Becoming mBODYed
Coaching
BECOMING WHO YOU ARE!
BECOMING mBODYed COACHING is designed for anyone who is looking to embrace their authentic self while navigating the complexities of daily life.
You don’t have to go at this alone. You deserve this support; you don’t have to earn it, nor do you need to achieve a certain amount of success before you seek this out.
For musicians and non-musicians, educators, business owners, and organizations, this is a pathway to achieving authentic, sustainable transformation.
Together, we will develop your mental fitness, and tools to "feel" your way back to listening to, and trusting your intuition.
We offer personal 1:1 Somatic Coaching, Personal Performance Coaching, Professional Development for those of you who are just starting in our practices or wish to grow your existing practice, and finally, Group/Organization Facilitation and Consulting.
Why coach with Shawn when there are so many coaches out there?
My heart is still in music; believe me, if my body would allow it, I’d still be playing every day and teaching. That was always the expectation, but life had a different plan. It’s true, a lot of this sounds woo-woo. I get it, and I feel you! I thought so, too, and I still approach many new things with that same skepticism. That’s why I went so deep into the psychology and neuroscience behind somatic work. I’m interested in techniques you can feel; techniques that have tangible, measurable, and sustainable results. These techniques will help you now and develop with you as you grow.
“Shawn is the Artist’s Artist, the Artist’s Coach! He’s an arts-oriented, accomplished educator (tenure track, studio professor) who understands the demands and stress of the academic environment, who has done the freelancing hustle (14+ years of adjunct positions in three states, numerous regional symphony positions, marketing himself as a performer), and this is all in addition to his Somatic Wellness training.“
-Dr. Amy H. Tully, Dean of the College of Fine Arts, Texas Christian University
Which Coaching is Best for Me?
Becoming mBODYed Somatic Coaching
For Life Coaching, Mindset Coaching, and Insight Coaching
Come as you are; I will meet you. Together, we will step into the unknown of a more unified you.
We connect body, mind, and spirit so that your work aligns with your integrity, turning your efforts into a deeper, authentic expression of you!
We examine how mindsets, habits, and beliefs may limit our potential while fostering healthy, sustainable tools for change.
Becoming mBODYed Coaching utilizes Body Mapping, the Alexander Technique, Integrated Somatic Awareness Principles, Neuroplasticity, and best practices for Injury Prevention and Education to help you access your body’s ancient wisdom.
“After a few short months of Becoming mBODYed, I have already had major breakthroughs in my musicianship. Many of these breakthroughs are mental and physical walls that go back as far as I remember. I am finding more joy then ever participating in the creation of music. I am extremely excited to continue this program, and I highly recommend it.”
Becoming mBODYed Performance Coaching
For Musicians and Performing Artists who are looking for the Alexander Technique and Body Mapping with current advancements in neuroplasticity
Pain, tension, injury, and recovery: Are these holding you back from reaching your performance potential?
Do you work for hours in the practice room but still arrive to a lesson or rehearsal feeling like you aren’t advancing?
Are you looking for more ease and freedom in your performance work?
Let’s find you the freedom and joy that you deserve!
“Using the techniques I have learned through Becoming mBODYed, I had an incredibly successful performance with none of the tension and finger misfires that normally occur in my right hand. I am looking forward to the day that I can say that I am no longer affected by focal dystonia.”
Professional Development Consulting
For new graduates and young professionals
Are you at the beginning of your professional music or somatic practice and looking to establish your brand and voice?
Are you mid-career and looking to establish greater financial freedom or build a new website?
Are you looking to develop and launch a new product or service?
To get a doctorate or not?
Our consulting program offers 3-, 6-, and 12-month programs to help bring your practice to the next level. We offer client-specific, result-driven support tailored to your needs. In each program, you’ll receive the time and attention to not only learn how to make these changes but also support through implementation with benchmarks to measure success.
Group: Coaching - Facilitation - Consulting
For Organizations and Academic Departments
Do you have a group, department, or organization that is looking for a new vision?
A path forward that honors the past, while looking to grow, change, or become something new?
Are you working towards more inclusion and belonging?
Interested in a leadership change that is rooted in somatic principles?
Let’s discuss working together to accomplish your goals.
“My work with Shawn this past year was transformational. My ability to spot the connection between my students’ playing and the dynamics of their movements gave me an entirely new teaching toolbox. Over and over again, I come back to Shawn’s idea of focusing on learning organic movements rather than learning correct notes. This concept helps my students internalize piano music in a more intuitive, fluid way.”
— Dr. Tali Morgulis - Associate Professor of Piano, University of Houston
“I have gained valuable physical and practical knowledge, countless insights into my own practices, thinking, and proprioception, and a wealth of amazing tools for teaching. At the heart of Shawn’s mentorship is his unwavering commitment to creating deep, personal, unique body connections combined with a sincere trust of one’s instincts. My mBODYed work has translated into profoundly impactful teaching moments and deeply fulfilling performances- what a transformative gift for my body and soul!!”
— Dr. Kirsten Yon - Associate Professor of Violin, University of Houston