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The Self-Made Coach: How Jonny Built a Coaching Practice from Rock Bottom

The Self-Made Coach: How Jonny Built a Coaching Practice from Rock Bottom

Update: 2025-06-26
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How do you go from depression, addiction, and even suicidal ideation… to building a thriving 6-figure coaching practice, marrying the love of your life, and raising two beautiful daughters? 

That was Jonny Roman’s path. 

In this episode of The Deep Coach, Jonny opens up about: 

  • His journey through mental illness and addiction 
  • Hitting financial rock bottom—and climbing out of debt and shame 
  • Building a real business rooted in service and integrity 
  • Fatherhood, healing, and learning to let love in. 

Whether you’re in the midst of a dark night of the soul or rebuilding from one, Jonny’s story offers a powerful reminder of what’s possible. 

Timestamps: 

  • 00:34 Early Struggles with Mental Health 
  • 02:52 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms 
  • 03:41 First Steps into Personal Development 
  • 07:04 Discovering Coaching and Mentorship 
  • 10:56 Deep Healing and Transformation 
  • 15:07 Financial Turmoil and Awakening 
  • 19:01 Climbing Out of Financial Debt 
  • 23:08 Pivotal Decisions and Investments 
  • 24:06 The Turning Point: CFJ Coaching School 
  • 29:43 Support and Belief from Loved Ones 
  • 30:57 Becoming a Professional Coach 
  • 31:28 Struggles with Consistency and Discipline 
  • 32:49 Permission to Get Messy 
  • 33:49 Building a Mature Coaching Business 
  • 37:16 The Importance of Getting Coached 
  • 46:45 Balancing Family and Business 
  • 54:49 Reflections on Personal Growth 

 🔗 Connect with Jonny: 

  • Website: https://www.jonnyroman.com 
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonny.roman.667280/ 
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonny-roman-6542921a/

Learn More About Our Work at the Center: 

  • Website: https://www.centerfortransformationalcoaching.com/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedeepcoach
  • Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedeepcoach

➡️ Download our Free Guide:  "How to Make a Living as a Transformational Coach"

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The Self-Made Coach: How Jonny Built a Coaching Practice from Rock Bottom

The Self-Made Coach: How Jonny Built a Coaching Practice from Rock Bottom

Jonny Roman, Jonathan Hermida