What can coaching offer me?

Coaches provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This enables them to gain clarity and insight into their situation.

• Coaches ask probing questions that encourage individuals to delve deeper into their thoughts and feelings, helping them uncover underlying issues and motivations.

• Coaches can help individuals examine their core values and beliefs, which can be pivotal in understanding their actions and choices.

• Coaches can assist in recognising recurring patterns of behaviour, thought, or emotion, enabling individuals to break unhelpful cycles.

• Reflecting on one's current situation often leads to a clearer understanding of what one wants to achieve. Coaches help individuals set meaningful and achievable goals.

Reframe

Coaches encourage individuals to question and challenge their assumptions and limiting beliefs, helping them see situations from different perspectives.

• Through cognitive techniques, coaches can assist individuals in reframing negative thought patterns and replacing them with more constructive and empowering ones.

• Coaches help individuals explore alternative solutions to problems or challenges, promoting creativity and adaptability.

• Coaching can allow individuals to learn their own strategies for developing resilience and coping with setbacks, enhancing their ability to bounce back from difficult situations.

Coaches support individuals in creating concrete action plans to achieve their goals. This includes breaking down larger objectives into manageable steps.

• Coaches hold individuals accountable for their commitments and progress, helping them stay on track.

• Individuals can regain their sense of purpose and direction by continuously monitoring their progress and making adjustments as needed. Coaches can guide this process.

• Coaches can assist individuals in boosting their self-confidence, which is crucial for regaining a sense of control and purpose.

• Coaches provide ongoing support, encouragement, and feedback, which can be essential in helping individuals regain their motivation and determination.

If you wish to work with a coach we recommend starting with our Community of Coaches. If you feel you face barriers to coaching you may be able to access free support through the Coaching Bank.