The Living Upward Professional Path
An innovative and multidimensional training for coaches and counselors designed to transform the way you live and work.
Become a Living Upward Coach
The Living Upward Training Program is an innovative and multidimensional pathway for coaches and counselors designed to transform the way you live and work.
With two resource books, 33 meticulously crafted Living Upward themes and a specialized 100-word dictionary, participants develop a deep and nuanced set of skills for fostering well-being, actualizing potential, and meeting life’s challenges.
Susan combines her wisdom and expertise to create strategies that include in-depth prompting, guided meditations, and transformative life practices. Practitioners will emerge as conscious and caring professionals who are equipped with the tools, language, and vision to create meaningful, empowering, and lasting change.
Professional Training
Level One:
The Living Upward Practioner:
15 hours in 6 sessions
Together we will explore the basic tenets of Living Upward, utilize the myriad resources available in The Guide to Living Upward, and find their value in our own personal growth and in client interactions as we:
- Build a framework for self-discovery.
- Nurture self-compassion and forgiveness.
- Create new pathways to thriving.
- Foster community and connection.
- Open to endless possibilities for meaning, enjoyment and belonging.
Level Two:
The Living Upward Guide:
18 hours in 6 sessions
We will further investigate the principles of Living Upward through the use of experiential learning modules and acquire the skills to apply them effectively in guiding our clients to:
- Become more present and aware.
- Make true choices that align with our well-being.
- Explore the neuroscience of survival and thriving.
- Question our beliefs, judgments, and expectations.
- Recognize and release the victim roles we play.
- Develop an abundance consciousness.
- Welcome back our creative and warrior selves.
Level Three:
The Living Upward Coach:
24 hours in 6 months
In this intensive practicum, we’ll focus on deepening our client interactions using the Living Upward resources and tools. We will:
- Explore the meaning of being in service to others.
- Integrate Living Upward techniques using current case studies.
- Receive feedback one-on-one and in a supportive group setting.
- Create a unique service model and intention that will guide your practice.
Optional Mentorship Meetings – Small group sessions for case studies, offered quarterly.
Certificates are awarded at each level and entitle graduates to:
- Recognition of excellence in the principles, practices and service of Living Upward
- Access to the Mentorship program
- Discounts on the two resource books, After Rain and The Guide to Living Upward, for use with clients
- Discounts on participation in the Spirit Path Retreat and Stay True programs
- Coaches and Guides may be granted permission to use the Living Upward logo
- Coaches may apply for leadership roles in future Living Upward events
“The Living Upward Experience supported me through a profound period of change in my life. Through readings, journaling, group discussion and guided inner work, I “re-membered” who I truly am. I discovered magic in everyday moments, greater love in my relationships and the courage and know-how to address big life challenges. Then I dove deep into the practice of helping others do the same.
Now as a certified Guide to Living Upward, I have the skills and insight to support my clients on their journeys of personal growth and self-discovery. Whether in a coaching session, at a retreat, or on a Rocky Mountain trail, I help others quiet the expectations of the external world. Together we nurture their inner pilot light, and fan the flames of micro and transformative change.”
Katie – Wellness Coach and Living Upward Coach
Connect with us to receive periodic information on the movement to Live Upward.