How to Become a Certified Nervous System Coach

If you’re in the wellness industry or thinking of launching your own wellness-based coaching business, you may have noticed the upward trend of somatic work or nervous system balancing.

The truth is nervous system coaching is not just a trend, it’s on the verge of being one of the most impactful wellness tools in the industry. If you’re interested in becoming a certified nervous system coach, here are some key things to know…

What is a Nervous System Coach?

A nervous system coach is a wellness professional who specializes in helping individuals understand, regulate, and optimize the functioning of their nervous system. This type of coaching is grounded in the science of neurobiology and focuses on the ways in which the nervous system influences our physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

What is Nervous System Regulation?

Nervous System Regulation is what allows us to shift flexibly between different nervous system states in response to internal and external stressors. A balanced nervous system can “spring back” easily in response to stress just like a rubber band. A dysregulated nervous system often gets “stuck” in a state like fight or flight or shutdown.

A $500b + market opportunity

The mental health market is expected to grow to past $500B in the next few years -- with a recent uptick in widespread chronic stress as the root. Nervous system coaching and technology is uniquely positioned to claim this space, bringing an empowering fitness mentality to wellness and mental health:

How Will Nervous System Coaching Impact Client Results?

Nervous system coaching offers clients tangible tools to combat stress and allows them to live a more resilient and peaceful lifestyle. Coaching clients on how to unload the build up of stress in their nervous system helps them to increase emotional regulation, feel better in their body, and feel more confident in reaching their personal and professional goals.

“Nervous System regulation was one of the key pieces in my recovery, so I decided to go through the NEUROFIT Certification to integrate it safely in my coaching practice. I found all the information explained clearly, with real life examples, exactly what I needed! I've already used the method with my clients and it's amazing to watch how a shift in state can release mental blocks and open them up for creativity.” - Adribel, Business Coach

How Do I Become a Certified Nervous System Coach?

Despite what you may have been led to believe, becoming a certified nervous system coach does not require years of experience and previous education or training. The desire to hold space for client growth and to practice compassionate witnessing is the first step to becoming a high level coach.

The logistics of becoming a certified nervous system coach will mean finding a program that supports your unique business goals. There are numerous certification programs to choose from and you’ll want to ensure that the one you choose has the foundational tools you need to be successful. If you want to become a Certified Nervous System Coach, look for:

A foundational education of nervous system regulation
Information on how to facilitate client sessions both 1:1 and in a group setting
Training on somatic exercises to shift client nervous system states that are backed by data or evidence-based
Tools to support clients in and outside of sessions and to keep them accountable
On-going community and support after certification

How Long Does it Take to Become a Certified Nervous System Coach?

Becoming a certified nervous system coach varies by program. There are programs that take a few months all the way up to a few years to complete. Again, you’ll want to choose a program that fits in with the goals you have for your business.

At NEUROFIT, we’ve taken the time to explore all of the different elements and components of becoming a highly successful somatic coach and packaged it into a training program that can be completed within just a few weeks.

“[The NEUROFIT] course is exactly what I've been working to craft as part of my health and fitness coaching. The simplicity of it is proof of how much more involved our body is in shifting our nervous system. Very thankful for the insight this course has provided.” - Lacey, Health Coach

Become a Certified NEUROFIT Coach

Becoming a NEUROFIT Certified Nervous System Coach allows you to facilitate client breakthroughs with somatic exercises, in a trauma-informed manner. You’ll be equipped with industry-leading nervous system training and technology to support your clients during and after each session.

NEUROFIT is designed to work from the ‘bottom-up’ validated by the most current neuroscience research and thousands of data points within the NEUROFIT App. Once certified, you’ll gain access to a client dashboard that helps track client HRV readings and daily Balance Scores between sessions along with a full somatic exercise manual and Facilitator Manual to give you the tools and confidence you need to reach superior client results.

For more information on becoming a NEUROFIT Certified Coach, check out our website and testimonials HERE.