Testimonials
Scroll down to read what my previous clients and workshop participants have to say…
“I'll be forever grateful to Joy, for helping me find myself again.”
LO, coachee
“This time with Joy me me understand myself, my needs and find my voice. I am a more confident woman.”
MS, coachee
“Working with Joy has given me insights and tools which are now improving my daily life. The Woman-focussed approach has, for me, been rewarding and powerful in understanding myself and getting the absolute best out of my life and those around me.”
MB, coachee
“I felt I was being invited on a journey with someone strong enough to walk alongside me through it. This is deep work, and as the mother of daughters it feels so so important.”
GG, coachee
“I started working with The Smiling Coach aka Joy early in 2023. I needed help aligning my values to my professional and personal life and had no idea where to start. I thought success looked like harsh and scary road and I would have to fit a certain stereotype in order to get there i.e work 60 hour weeks, put work first, rush, hustle, girl-boss-it, burnout!
Through our sessions Joy helped me tap into my inner clarity and confidence and enabled me to experience a profound transformation in how I thought about my work. I was able to identify what energised me, what triggered my procrastination and times and what brought me happiness and fulfilment. At work I was able to set stronger boundaries, felt more confident in my abilities and embraced my soft powered. At home I was able to be more present for my family and indulge (guilt-free) in hobbies and interests that filled my cup and made me feel like a whole person. Joy herself is a true craftswoman in her work and we built a strong and meaningful rapport. She was able to quickly identify my needs and prepares sessions around these with actual tools and plans on how to overcome my blockers and move towards a more meaningful and peaceful mindset. To this day I use many of the tactics and tools I learned during our sessions.
I am so glad Joy arrived in my life when she did and I would recommend Joy in a heartbeat to any woman who is facing overwhelm and is struggling with unclear boundaries whether those are personal or professional.”
Charlotte Joseph-Smith, coachee
“Joy's work does exactly what it says on the tin! At the time I reached out to Joy, I had come to a point of being so overwhelmed with EVERYTHING that EVERYTHING was suffering. There was a pivotal point when I realised I need support and guidance and when I found Joy's work, I knew that this would align with the outcomes I wanted and needed. The initial (free) chat showed me that I had 100% made the right choice and so committed to the shorter of Joy's courses. Within a couple of sessions, I knew that I wanted to explore the full length course and Joy was super flexible with this.
What I loved about our sessions was that I felt 100% heard, supported, validated. Joy has given me the tools to now do all off these things for myself and meet my own needs.
The focus of the work is person-centric however utilises Female Power types to define and align.
I am so grateful for our work together and it is seriously one of the best financial investments I have ever made.
100% highly recommend Joy and her Coaching Work!”
Melanie Burrows, coachee
“There is so SO much important in these sessions, and the overall feeling when you leave is so enriching and powerful to see yourself in a new light. Seeing a room full of women open their hearts and be themselves with zero judgement, is something unbelievably special.
I can not thank you enough for this experience.
I learnt so much about myself, but also about being a woman in business.”
Sophie Stokes, workshop participant
“I’m not going to lie, when I heard we were going to do a 90 minute embodiment session, I couldn't imagine anything worse. I was so so so wrong.
Firstly, Joy is an incredible coach/facilitator. So engaging and authentic and makes doing something that can feel quite uncomfortable really enjoyable.
If anyone is looking for a coach who can get you out of your head and into your body, give Joy a shout.”
Gemma Ellison, workshop participant
“It really was wonderful wasn’t it? The embodiment dance was SO special and magical. I want to do it every day! I felt proud to be in the room with you and all those beautiful women”
Julieann Daly Msc, workshop participant, Personal Brand Photographer
“Joy, I don’t even have the words. Your embodiment session cracked something wide open. I cried, I moved and I felt deeply connected to myself and the women around me.
It was one of the most unexpected and emotional things I’ve ever done, and I’ll never forget how it felt.
As someone who’s just coming out of their chrysalis, this was exactly the energy I needed. Being seen, moving, feeling and landing in a space where I felt completely safe to be myself.”
Lois, workshop participant
“I had the pleasure of being in a group session with Joy, at Sophie's Self Expression Retreat in London. And can I just say WOW, I was blown away by it! I didn't know what to expect from an embodiment class, but Joy made us all feel at ease straight away and eased us into some really powerful & thought provoking exercises.
Joy has this magnetic energy that makes you feel very seen and understood. One of the exercises reduced me to tears (in a good way!) which was unexpected, but really did show how powerful this work can be in tapping into parts of ourselves that make us feel vulnerable, but also powerful.
THANKYOU Joy, your session really stayed with me, and has made me want to explore more of this type of coaching in the future. You are wonderful!!”
Stella Edwards, workshop participant
“Joy gave an embodiment workshop at a recent event I attended and she took us on a rollercoaster of a journey! The work she does is important and can be confronting but I felt completely at ease doing the activities with her confident guidance. Book her now if you want a transformational experience delivered with her trademark smile.”
Sarah Silva, workshop participant
“I'm someone who spends a huge amount of time trying to 'out-think' problems and challenges. It's unusual for me to actually spend time in my body instead of being in my head. I spent time with Joy in an embodiment session and have to admit, I had absolutely no idea what to expect. What I can say is that even 90 minutes with Joy has changed how I approach listening to my own body, and being comfortable in my own power. I would highly recommend Joy to anyone and everyone.”
Gemma Ellison, workshop participant
“I experienced Joy at a retreat for women business owners in March, and lemme tell you, I was not at all comfortable. She hosted a session on embodiment and, ya know, feeling things with our full chest, and I was fully expecting to shrink into a corner because ABSOLUTELY NOT. But — a big but — I am so glad I went for it. It shifted something in me. I’m not sure what yet, because I am still thinking about things. But it shifted something. Joy understands, deeply, how our minds and bodies work together, and she’s an absolute wizard at unlocking openness in people who may be juuuuuust a tad reluctant. I’m so glad I met Joy. I’m so grateful she is in my world. And honestly, I hope she uses her powers for good because by Jove her powers are impressive.”
Vicky Quinn Fraser, workshop participant
“I went to an in-person business retreat recently and Joy headed up the first session. Holy. Hell. It was one of the most incredible things I've done in my business. We spent 90 minutes connecting with ourselves. With movement. With the physical and the deep expression within us. It was a safe space where we could go as far as we wanted to. Joy isn't just a coach - she's a woman who embodies humour, joy, excitement and wonder. She helps you to be your best. She celebrates who you are. I loved every single second of being in the room with her.”
Ashleigh Harvey, workshop participant
“I went to one of Joy's Embodiment Workshops at the weekend and it was EARTH SHATTERINGLY GOOD.
I didn't know what to expect. I was nervous. And a bit reluctant if I'm honest. But it revealed things about myself I wasn't aware of - bearing in mind this is after A LOT of self discovery and coaching over the past 10 years or so.
She held the space for us like a total pro. Leading my example and gently guiding us through the exercises. It was very emotional and freeing.
Book her for your in-person events. Book her for your self. Just book her!”
Janine Coombes, workshop participant
“On Saturday, I had the privilege of attending a women’s retreat in London, where we began the day with 90 minutes of embodiment dance led by the incredible Joy Borman, The Smiling Coach. And wow! what an experience!
From the moment we started, Joy created a space where we could truly express ourselves.
Joy’s energy was infectious, powerful, and deeply moving. I was truly in awe of her ability to guide us through such a transformative journey. The entire experience was beautiful, emotional, and empowering, a reminder of the magic that happens when women come together, let go, and truly connect.
If you ever have the chance to experience Joy’s work, take it. You will leave feeling lighter, stronger, and more in tune with yourself than ever before.
Thank you, Joy, for an unforgettable experience!”
Julieann Daly Msc, workshop participant, Personal Brand Photographer
“I got to experience Joy work her magic during a retreat day I attended (Self Expression: Taking Up Space) and I had the most awesome time. Joy ran a group embodiment session and for 90 brilliant minutes we laughed, connected, moved, cried!
I was a little aware of what we might do, a little unsure how much I'd get into it (and out of my head) but I was bowled over by how much I DID get from Joy guiding us. She took our (slightly hesitant) group and safely, calmly, gently helped us relax, focus and transform really! I had some strong emotional reactions with some of the exercises (tears streaming) but I never once felt uncomfortable and was allowed to explore and be 'in it'.
On the surface to say I spent the time embodying the spirit of a queen and a bird seems quite odd but I'm so so happy to have had this experience with Joy. She was wonderful (passionate, energetic and clearly very experienced) and led our time brilliantly, it was perfect to have at the start of the day - I would have loved another session to end as well!!
Would absolutely recommend, whether you're into these practices already or a complete novice/sceptic - there were a fair few uncomfortable women at the start of this session and we were all raving about our time afterwards.”
Katie Needle, workshop participant
“I was fortunate enough to experience Joy's Embodiment Practice sessions. It was a beautiful, powerful and enriching experience that I am still feeling the effects and processing days later.
In the session I got access to the truth that in order to take up space in the world and be the catalyst for changing others lives, we need to clear the stuff taking up space within us that we don't need.
This session really did that. The lightness and change in the way all of the participants held themselves at the end of the session was truly a beautiful sight and it was a privilege to be in the room when that happened and to experience that shift in myself. Thanks Joy - I cannot recommend this fabulous practice and Joy's gorgeous way of making everyone feel at ease and carried the session with grace and compassion.”
Marnie Nash, workshop participant
