Becoming a Coach with Todd Roach: From Musician to Transformational Energy Work and Coaching

In this episode of "The Making of a Coach," we delve into the journey of Todd Roache, a UK-based practitioner specializing in energy work coaching and mentoring. Todd shares his transition from a musician to a coach, highlighting his experiences with the Animas Coach Academy and his unique approach to transformational coaching. The conversation explores Todd's diverse roles, including his private practice, corporate coaching, and his work as a Coach Development Facilitator. Listeners will gain insights into Todd's methods, including his use of energy work and his philosophy on pricing and client acquisition.Key Learnings:Embrace diversity in your coaching practice to maintain personal and professional balance. Todd emphasizes the importance of having varied roles to keep his work dynamic and fulfilling.Understand the significance of holding space for clients without trying to fix them. This approach allows clients to explore their own paths and transformations authentically.Building a coaching business requires patience and adaptability. Todd advises new coaches to find a balance between external gigs and private practice to ensure financial stability and personal growth.Chapters & Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Reflective Spaces01:02 – Transition to Coaching and Mentoring03:55 – Todd’s Journey from Music to Mental Health05:58 – Lessons from Working with Trauma Survivors08:07 – Discovering Coaching through Animas11:10 – Navigating Coach Education and Business Building15:07 – Branching into Energy Work17:12 – Teaching and Training at Animas23:16 – Presence, Stage Comfort, and Authenticity24:15 – Evolving Private Practice and Pricing30:00 – Personal Retreats and Energy Sessions32:32 – The Role of Supervision and Continuous Learning34:00 – Advice for Aspiring Coaches39:10 – Role Models and Inspiration41:16 – Final Reflection and Closing QuestionResources:Connect with Todd: https://www.toddroache.com/Connect with Todd Roache on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/todd-roache-pcc-144b0a16bAnimas Coaching School - https://www.animascoaching.com/ICF PCC Accreditation - https://coachingfederation.org/credentials-and-standards/credentials-paths/pcc-credentialJoin our WhatsApp Community: https://metaFox.eu/community