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Shadow Work, WTF?
by Caitlin Clark | Shadow Alchemy Coaching Academy
Forget the love-and-light BS. Shadow Work, WTF? dives into the shadows we’d rather hide — shame, fear, boundaries, people-pleasing, and imposter syndrome — and shows you how to actually work with them in your life and with your clients. Through raw, messy, unfiltered conversations, we make shadow work human, practical, and sometimes laugh-out-loud messy.
Episodes
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Inside the MAFS Drama: Mean Girl Dynamics, Projection & Attachment Styles Decoded LIVE with Stella
Stella from MAFS sit's down with Caitlin to unpack her relationship and mean girl drama. You saw the dinner party chaos - now hear the psychology behind it. Stella sits down with Caitlin to unpack her relationship, the mean girl drama she was targeted by, and what was really happening beneath the...
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Ep. 119: Why 10 Years of Personal Development Didn't Work (Until Shadow Work): Student Spotlight with Lucy
In this episode, Caitlin and Lurinda sit down with Lucy, a mum of three who's been in the personal development space for a decade. Lucy gets honest about why all that mindset work and manifestation coaching helped her intellectually but never actually healed anything, and how Shadow Alchemy…
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Ep. 118: From Wedding Doubts to Deep Love: How My Avoidant Attachment Almost Sabotaged My Marriage
In this raw and deeply personal solo episode, Caitlin gets brutally honest about what really happened in the months leading up to her wedding - and it wasn't the fairy tale love bubble you see in movies. After recording this episode 35 times (yes, really), she finally lets it be messy and shares...
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Ep. 117: The Advanced Facilitator Training: Why This 12-Month Initiation Will Transform Your Coaching Forever
In this candid episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin sits down with support coach Lurinda to talk about the Advanced Shadow Alchemy Facilitator Training, and it's not the polished success story you might expect. Caitlin explains why she created this 12-month intensive that goes way beyond...
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Ep 116: Coercion, Control & the Dark Side of Coaching With SJ Chiovitti
In this powerful episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin sits down with SJ Chiovitti to unpack one of the most uncomfortable yet crucial conversations in the coaching industry: coercive control. With the recent introduction of coercive control laws in Australia, this conversation explores how these...
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Ep. 114: The Shadows That Are Sabotaging Your Coaching
Why Your Biggest Blocks Are Keeping Your Clients Stuck Too This week, Caitlin and support coach Lurinda dive deep into the most common shadows that plague coaches - and how these patterns directly sabotage their ability to create transformative client experiences. From burnout cycles and...
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Ep 113: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome & Build Confidence as a Coach
In this solo episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin is getting honest about one of the most paralysing experiences coaches face - imposter syndrome. That rising panic before a client call. The second-guessing after a session. The freeze when it’s time to sell your offer. The constant wondering…
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Ep 112: The Shadow Alchemy Immersion: Why This Rite of Passage Will Transform Your Coaching Forever
In this revealing episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin and Lurinda pull back the curtain on the powerful three-day immersion that stands at the heart of Shadow Alchemy Certification. They explore why this deeply transformative experience isn't just another coaching workshop, but a genuine rite…
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Ep. 111: Five Signs Your Coaching Isn't Going Deep Enough (and What To Do About It)
In this solo episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin addresses one of the most common frustrations coaches experience: knowing something's missing from their sessions but not understanding how to take clients deeper. If you've ever felt like you're having the same conversations with clients week...
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Ep. 110: STUDENT SPOTLIGHT Reclaiming Your Feminine Power: Breaking Free from Hyper-Independence
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin and support coach Lurinda sit down with Mads, a Shadow Alchemy Certification student whose journey from sceptical single mum to shadow work coach reveals the transformative power of embracing vulnerability. What started as judgment toward Lurinda's...
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Ep. 109: The Personal Development Trap: Why Fixing Yourself Is Keeping You Broken
In this thought-provoking solo episode, Caitlin explores the exhausting cycle of self-improvement that keeps many of us feeling perpetually broken. After a cyclone-delayed recording, she shares powerful insights about why our relentless pursuit of "fixing" ourselves might be the very thing…
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Ep. 108: Building Unshakeable Self-Trust: Why Your Coaching Success Begins Within
In this unfiltered episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin and support coach Lurinda dive into the messy truth about self-trust in coaching. What started as a completely unplanned chat becomes the perfect demonstration of their message: true coaching happens when you trust yourself enough to loosen...
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Ep. 107: The Shadow of Righteousness: How My Need to Be Right Was Blocking True Connection
In this vulnerable episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin shares her recent breakthrough around righteousness – a protective pattern she developed after narcissistic abuse that eventually became a barrier to authentic connection. She walks through her process of recognising, understanding and...
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Ep. 106: Revolutionising the Fitness Industry with Shadow Work: Student Spotlight
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, we’re diving deep into the world of fitness, self-discovery, and transformation with one of our incredible Shadow Alchemy Certification students, Kirraley. If you’ve ever felt like traditional approaches to fitness or mindset coaching don’t quite address the...
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Ep. 105: 10 Mistakes Coaches make with Shadow Work (and why they’re harmful)
In this solo episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin is pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest topics in the coaching industry: shadow work. With the rise of shadow work in recent years, there’s been a flood of coaches incorporating it into their practices—but without the proper tools,...
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Ep. 104: From Rock Bottom to Revolution: the journey to creating Shadow Alchemy Certification
What does it take to turn a hot mess life into a coaching empire? In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin teams up with her powerhouse support coach, Lurinda Vollmer, to pull back the curtain on how the Shadow Alchemy Certification came to life. This isn't just a story about starting a...
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Ep 103. Why limiting belief work isn’t fixing self-sabotage (and what to do instead)
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, Caitlin digs into a question so many coaches face: why aren’t your clients seeing results even after you’ve done all the limiting belief work? Turns out, there’s more to the story than just reframing thoughts—and Caitlin is unpacking what’s really happening...
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Ep 102. WTF is Somatic Shadow Work?
Coaches. Let’s talk about that moment when your client knows exactly what they need to do but can’t seem to follow through. Maybe they avoid the hard conversation, backtrack on boundaries, or stay stuck in the same self-sabotaging patterns. You’ve given them all the tools, yet nothing seems to...
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Ep 101. I spiralled after episode 100. Here’s what it showed me
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really happened after episode 100 left me in a full-on spiral. I thought I had it all together, until old shadows I thought were long gone reared their heads. Chaos, guilt, people-pleasing… they all came flooding back,...
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Ep 100. Shadow Work Confessions: Petty grudges, hilarious regrets, and unfiltered truth with Caitlin & Co.
In this milestone episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I’m celebrating 100 episodes the only way I know how—bringing in some of my favourite biz besties to share their deepest secrets, play twisted truth-or-dare games, and sip (okay, chug) drinks as we bare it all. Expect the unexpected in this special,...
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Ep. 99 How to Master your ADHD brain and become wildly successful w/ The Tough Love Coach
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, we’re flipping the narrative on ADHD and showing you how to not just manage it—but thrive with it. If you’ve ever felt like your brain was working against you, especially in the world of business, this episode is here to prove that your ADHD brain might just…
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Ep. 98 Is your Shadow Work holding you back? Here’s why you’re not seeing results
Ever feel like you’ve been doing all the work—deep diving into shadow, emotional release, manifestation—yet something still feels off? Maybe you're crushing the hard stuff, facing your shadows head-on, but joy and light seem elusive. Or, perhaps you're riding high on positivity and manifestation...
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Ep. 97 What to do when you want to quit
In today’s episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I’m getting real about those moments when you just want to quit. You know the ones—when you’ve done everything you can think of, followed all the steps, and yet nothing seems to be working. Whether it’s in business, fertility, or any other area of life…
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Ep. 96 Coaches Aren’t Supposed to Say This… But We Will – A Chat with Breanna May
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I’m joined by my friend, student, mentor, colleague—and occasional co-conspirator—Breanna May, for a no-holds-barred chat about the messy, chaotic, and weirdly beautiful parts of life and business. You know, the kind of conversation where you’re halfway…
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Ep. 95 Unlock Your Creativity: Breaking Through Social Media Blocks
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I’m cutting through the noise and getting real about why so many of us feel blocked when it comes to showing up on social media. If you've ever stared blankly at your screen, overthinking every word, or felt like you're just imitating others instead of being...
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Ep. 94 Why Authenticity Beats Perfection
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I’m dropping the filters and getting brutally honest about the realities of running a business when things are far from perfect. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to maintain a flawless facade while silently struggling, this episode is your permission slip to...
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Ep. 93 How to deal with criticism and negative feedback in biz: A personal story
In this episode of Shadow Work: What the F***, I take you on a raw, unfiltered journey through a recent experience in my business that hit hard. I'm sharing the nitty-gritty details of a triggering anonymous message and how it brought up deep-seated fears about my business's authenticity. I…
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Ep. 92 How trauma is secretly screwing with your business
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I'm diving deep into a critical topic: how trauma impacts your business. Whether you're an overachiever or someone struggling to get your business off the ground, your past experiences might be subtly or blatantly influencing your current reality and business...
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Ep. 91 Navigating Motherhood, Business & ADHD with Lurinda
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I'm thrilled to have one of my incredible clients, Lurinda, join me in person! We've been working together for over a year, and today we're diving deep into her incredible journey as a shadow work coach, mother, and business owner. Lurinda has faced numerous...
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Ep. 90 Understanding WTF the ‘Receiving Capacity’ so you can make more money
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF? I'm breaking down the concept of understanding your ‘receiving capacity’ and uncovering how it impacts your relationship with money and your nervous system. I’ll be diving deep into my own journey with this idea, spilling all the juicy details, and giving you...
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Ep. 89 What I’ve learned about business from trying to get pregnant
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?I'm diving into a deeply personal journey that's been unfolding in my life—my (almost) year-long attempt to get pregnant. I'm diving into the emotional journey of trying to get pregnant and how it mirrors the ups and downs of running a business. From intense...
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Ep. 88 Unlocking Self-Expression: Beyond the Teacher Persona
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I'm taking you on a wild ride through my journey of stepping out of my comfort zone, breaking past the teacher persona, and embracing self-expression in my business. We’re diving deep into my struggles with perfectionism, the pressure to always be the expert,...
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Ep. 87 Managing Scarcity: A Quick Fix While Doing the Deep Work
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, we're diving into the gritty reality of scarcity and how it messes with your business and mindset. If you’re still reeling from last week's deep dive into scarcity, you’re in the right place. This episode is packed with practical tips to help you manage...
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Ep. 86 6 signs you’re stuck in scarcity and what to do about it
In this episode of Shadow Work, WTF?, I'm taking you on a wild ride through the shadows of scarcity, uncovering how this sneaky mentality is holding back your business and personal growth. We're diving deep into my own tumultuous journey with scarcity, spilling all the juicy details, and giving…
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Ep. 85 7 of my biggest mistakes (learnings) in biz
Running a business, honestly, what a RIDE. hahah. I’ve had so many ups, downs and all rounds throughout this time. And with that, I’ve learned a LOT about biz. Today on Shadow Work, WTF? I want to share my 7 BIGGEST lessons in my biz with ya’ll. This episode is filled with juicy insights that…
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Ep. 84 Fear of being cancelled? Here’s what to do
One of the most prevalent fears I hear from online biz owners, is that they are scared of being cancelled or publicly criticized. And look, that’s a very legitimate and valid fear. BUT, it’s also one that may be holding your biz back from more visibility, scaling and impact that you want. In this...
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Ep. 83 What to do when your launch feels f*cked
We’ve all been there - you launch your exciting program to the world.. And…. get a few bites off the bat.. Then crickets *ugh* Today’s episode is all about that crucial middle phase of your launch, when everything can feel a bit f*cked. If you’re ready to stop having dead launches, this one's for...
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Ep. 82 How to shift your identity and quantum leap your biz
Today, let's talk about stepping into your CEO energy to quantum leap your business. I'll be spilling the tea on my own journey, from my best friend moving out and the grief that followed, to balancing human emotions while still showing up as a badass business owner. In this episode I’ll be...
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Ep. 81 The #1 reason people aren’t buying your coaching package
This no-holds-barred episode slices through the fluff to hit you with the hard truth to why people aren't snapping up your coaching services. Whether you're selling coaching or capybaras, the principles are the same. It's all about cracking the code of human psychology to make your offer...
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Ep. 80 Messy Growth and Real Talk in Business W/ Caitlin & Ro
Get ready for an chaotic episode where we dive into a whirlwind of laughter, business blunders, and the art of embracing chaos with this entertaining AF conversation. From setting dog tails on fire in sacred ceremonies to reverse crashing into garages, this episode covers the spectrum of 'what…
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Ep. 79 From Abusive Relationships to a Thriving Biz & Personal Life. A Shadow Work Fairytale with Cat Dunn
This insightful & inspiring episode features Cat Dunn in a dynamic conversation with Caitlin, showcasing Cat's incredible journey from a challenging abusive relationship to thriving in personal and business growth. Cat dives deep into how shadow work, embracing her uniqueness, and the unwavering...
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Ep. 78 Why you’re struggling to “just do it”
One of the things that shits me the most, is when people just tell you to ‘just do it’ when you KNOW you need and want to do it, but you feel like you’re completely frozen and unable to. Today I want to talk about that struggle and how you can actually shift it and start moving forward. Tune in…
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EP. 77 Hate selling? Here’s 5 reasons why..
As a business owner.. You need to sell. It’s like.. The whole point of being a business owner. One of the things I hear the most in service based business is how much selling gives people the ick. After being in sales for 7 years, I can tell you that selling gets to be FUN and ETHICAL. So, in…
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Ep. 76 The 3 things I see coaches struggle with the most (and what to do about it)
After being in this industry for over 6 years, I’ve seen a lot of people come and go. What I am bringing to you, is the 3 things I see coaches struggling with the most that impacts their business - because then you can do something about it, and not just survive but thrive in this industry. Tune…
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Ep. 75 Healing your relationship with food & your body w/ Caitlin & Crystal
Do you struggle with your relationship with food? Maybe you find yourself struggling with stress eating, binge eating, trying to ‘diet’ only to go back to binging afterwards, or maybe you need to be so strict with your food that the thought of not having control over it gives you severe anxiety.....
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Ep. 74 Shadow work, money and your wealth identity with Melissa Moffet
There is so much stigma, guilt and tabooness around being wealthy and holding money that keeps us stuck in self sabotage and playing small in our life and business. As women, we hold ancestral and collective trauma around money and power that impacts our ability to ask for what we really want…
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Ep. 73 How to burn the rules and become unapologetically yourself with Amy Rushworth
On this episode, I have the amazing Amy Rushworth - coming from a background of always needing to be perfect, ‘good’ and put together, to ending up in therapy after ongoing panic attacks, that lead to deep somatic healing and her learning how to burn the rules of who she thought she should be and...
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Ep. 72 Navigating Life Changes & Business while staying true to yourself with Breanna May
You will NOT want to miss this chat with Breanna - coming from a background of being a high achiever and high school teacher, Breanna has navigated the shadows of being an overachiever and also a deep understanding of how the education system is producing women who experience crippling...
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Ep. 71 Q&A Advice Column - Why you might not be achieving your health goals, and how to know if you should stay or leave a relationship.
Today is the FIRST Q&A Advice column episode! And to make it extra awesome - I invited my bestie, colleague and retreat co-facilitator Crystal Angwin here to add in her wisdom. In this episode we answered 2 questions: Q1: “Why can’t I stick to my health goals?” Q2: “I question my relationship…
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Ep. 70 8 steps on how to show up for your big goals, even when there is doubt & scarcity
THIS is a great episode coming into February. One of the biggest patterns we see is the new year's resolutions coming thick and fast for the 1st of Jan, and often by the 1st of Feb, the action and certainty starts to wane. If you’ve set yourself bigger goals for this year (or at any point) and...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Forget the love-and-light BS. Shadow Work, WTF? dives into the shadows we’d rather hide — shame, fear, boundaries, people-pleasing, and imposter syndrome — and shows you how to actually work with them in your life and with your clients. Through raw, messy, unfiltered conversations, we make shadow work human, practical, and sometimes laugh-out-loud messy.
HOSTED BY
Caitlin Clark | Shadow Alchemy Coaching Academy
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Forget the love-and-light BS. Shadow Work, WTF? dives into the shadows we’d rather hide — shame, fear, boundaries, people-pleasing, and imposter syndrome — and shows you how to actually work with them in your life and with your clients. Through raw, messy, unfiltered conversations, we make shadow...
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