Question 1

What is the Clear Beliefs Method?

Accepted Answer

The Clear Beliefs Method is a proprietary trauma-informed therapeutic coaching approach created by Lion Goodman, PCC. It uses structured techniques — most notably the BeliefCloset Process and the BodyWisdom process — to identify limiting and negative beliefs held in the subconscious mind, delete them permanently, and replace them with empowering alternatives. The method is designed for coaches and therapists to use with clients, not as a self-help tool.

Question 2

What does a Certified Clear Beliefs Coach credential mean?

Accepted Answer

It means the coach has completed the Clear Beliefs Coach Training — a multi-week, cohort-based program taught by Lion Goodman and the Clear Beliefs Institute. Graduates have been trained and supervised in the Institute's belief identification techniques, the BeliefCloset Process, and the BodyWisdom process, and have completed more than 30 supervised practice sessions before certification.

Question 3

Is the Clear Beliefs Coach Training ICF-accredited?

Accepted Answer

The program is approved by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for 40 hours of Continuing Coach Education (CCE) credits, which count toward ICF credential renewal. It is not an ICF Level 1 or Level 2 accredited program for initial coach training, so completing it alone does not qualify you to apply for an ICF credential. It is also approved by the Association for Coaching for CCE credits.

Question 4

How long does the training take?

Accepted Answer

The full two-level program runs approximately 20 weeks. Level 1 (Belief Transformation Mastery) consists of 8 weekly three-hour live teleclasses; Level 2 (Advanced Healing and Transformation) adds 12 more. Beyond the live sessions, students commit 8–12 hours per week to peer practice, reading, video study, and written reports.

Question 5

What is the BeliefCloset Process?

Accepted Answer

The BeliefCloset Process is the Clear Beliefs Method's signature technique. Using guided imagery, a coach leads a client into a symbolic interior space — the 'belief closet' — where a limiting belief can be examined and permanently deleted, then replaced with an empowering one. It works without requiring the client to relive trauma directly. The process is a registered trademark of Lion Goodman.

Question 6

Who is the training designed for?

Accepted Answer

The program is aimed at coaches, therapists, healers, and other change agents who want to add a subconscious belief-change methodology to their existing practice. Most graduates enter with prior coaching or therapeutic training. Prerequisites are not published formally, but the program recommends speaking with Lion Goodman directly to assess fit before applying.

Question 7

Is the training delivered in person or online?

Accepted Answer

The training is delivered entirely online as live virtual teleclasses on a fixed weekly schedule (Tuesday mornings Pacific Time). Peer practice sessions are arranged between students at mutually convenient times. All live classes are recorded for participants who cannot attend live.

Question 8

How many graduates does the program have?

Accepted Answer

More than 650 coaches, therapists, healers, and change agents in 45+ countries have graduated from the Clear Beliefs Coach Training, according to figures published by the Clear Beliefs Institute.

Question 9

Where is the Clear Beliefs Institute based?

Accepted Answer

The Institute is based in Sonoma County, California, United States. Lion Goodman, the founder, is also based there. The program is taught entirely online and draws students internationally.

Question 10

How does a Clear Beliefs Coach differ from a therapist?

Accepted Answer

Clear Beliefs Coaches are trained in a specific belief-change methodology — not in clinical diagnosis, psychotherapy, or mental health treatment. The method is described as 'highly therapeutic but not therapy.' Coaches work within the scope of coaching: supporting clients in changing beliefs and patterns. They are not licensed to treat mental health conditions. Some practitioners hold dual credentials as therapists and Clear Beliefs coaches.

Question 11

Does the Clear Beliefs approach work for any type of coaching issue?

Accepted Answer

The method is most useful when a client's challenge is rooted in persistent subconscious patterns — self-sabotage, recurring emotional reactions, relationship blocks, or professional limitations that resist insight-based approaches. It is less focused on skills development, career transition logistics, or organizational coaching, which may call for different modalities.

Question 12

Can a client use the Clear Beliefs approach without the coach being certified?

Accepted Answer

No. The BeliefCloset Process and associated techniques are taught only through the Clear Beliefs Coach Training. Lion Goodman does offer a seven-part client-facing course, Clear Your Beliefs, which certified coaches may provide to their clients — but the course is designed to be used alongside sessions with a trained coach, not independently.

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