Raising the standard of what it means to be a life coach.
Right now, the coaching industry is completely unregulated — meaning anyone can get “certified” in a weekend. We created the birch & stone certification to offer something different: a grounded, high-integrity path that transforms not just your coaching, but you.
Who’s behind birch & stone certification?
Hi, I’m Emily Brower, founder of birch & stone coaching collective — and the creator of this certification program.
Before I became a full-time life coach, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Education and my Master’s degree in Curriculum Design and Implementation. I’ve spent years teaching — from preschool to fifth grade to college-level students — which means I understand how people learn, grow, and apply new concepts in real life.
I’m also a professionally certified life coach with years of hands-on experience coaching individuals and groups. I’ve led six-week programs, ongoing mastermind memberships, and private coaching sessions, as well as large-scale live coaching calls with up to 300 participants, where each person gets a few focused minutes of personalized support.
My teaching and coaching experience blend to form the foundation of birch & stone’s certification. It’s not just theory — it’s lived experience, curriculum expertise, and a deep understanding of human behavior.
Over the years, I’ve helped hundreds of women learn how to self-coach, set boundaries, manage time, heal relationships, and build confidence in their own voice. I’ve also collaborated with a team of talented coaches and built a full membership community that blends mind, body, and spirit development.
What qualifies me to certify others is simple:
I’ve built this work from the inside out — as an educator, as a coach, and as a human who practices what she teaches.
Track 01 — Life Coaching Skills for Self
Duration: 6 Months
Focus: Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Mindset Mastery
Overview:
A foundational program designed for your own transformation. Develop a grounded understanding of coaching principles, emotional awareness, and self-leadership.
Includes:
-
Small-group sessions
-
Practice coaching labs
-
One-on-one guidance from birch & stone certified coaches
Perfect for:
Those seeking deep personal development, not necessarily a coaching career.
Track 02 — Life Coaching Skills for Self & Others
Duration: 8 Months
Focus: Professional Coaching, Leadership, and Facilitation
Overview:
Everything from the Self program — plus advanced training in leadership, group facilitation, and private coaching skills.
You’ll complete a guided practice phase where you’ll lead your first real coaching sessions (free or paid) under mentorship.
Includes:
-
Leadership & facilitation training
-
Supervised coaching practicum
-
Feedback from certified birch & stone coaches
Perfect for:
Aspiring or current coaches ready to launch or refine their practice.
Built on Integrity and Depth
This is not a surface-level certification. It’s a journey — one that changes you from the inside out.
Both tracks conclude with a final exam and an implementation project, ensuring you leave with confidence, competence, and clarity in your coaching.
Be the first to know
Get started today before this once in a lifetime opportunity expires.
