The Coaching Inn

S1 Episode 04: Coaching in Health Care with Sam Walker

Sam Walker ACC joins Claire Pedrick MCC to talk all about using coaching in health for clinicians, social prescribers and link workers.

 

Takeaways

• Health coaching focuses on the whole person, not just their health.
• Coaching opens up different types of conversations and allows patients to share more about their lives and what is important to them.
• Power dynamics in healthcare can be shifted through coaching, creating a more equal partnership between healthcare professionals and patients.
• Behavioral changes and right-sizing the conversation are key to implementing coaching in healthcare.

 

Keywords

 

health coaching, whole person, power dynamics, behavioral changes, rightsizing

S1 Episode 03: Ethics - Coaching and Mental Health 1 with Dr Jenny Forge

Claire Pedrick MCC and Dr Jenny Forge ACC in conversation about coaching, ethics and mental health.

 

Check out other episodes on coaching and mental health with

• Anne Archer
• Verity Symcox
• Jenny Forge - on her new book Coaching in Mental Health Settings and Beyond

Takeaways

• Coaching should be safe enough for the coach, the client, and the world they inhabit.
• Awareness is key in coaching, both of oneself and of the client's cues and needs.
• Power dynamics can shift in coaching, and coaches need to be aware of when the client may be giving them power.
• Knowing when someone is not robust enough to handle their own issues is important in coaching.
• Confidentiality in coaching should be maintained unless there is a risk of harm to the client or others.
• Coaches should be aware of their own limitations and seek appropriate support and supervision.
• The stories we tell ourselves can impact our mental well-being, and coaching can offer an opportunity to challenge and rewrite those stories.
• When working with clients who have mental health challenges, coaches should be mindful of their own emotions and biases and seek appropriate referrals when necessary.

 

Keywords

coaching, ethics, mental health, safety, awareness, power dynamics, supervision, self-reflection, confidentiality, medication, psychosis

 

S1 Episode 02: Ethics - Coaching and Safeguarding with Nicky Brownjohn

Claire Pedrick MCC talking to coach and safeguarding consultant, Nicky Brownjohn, about coaching, confidentiality and safeguarding.

 

Takeaways

• Coaches need to be aware of safeguarding issues and have a plan in place for how to handle disclosures.
• Confidentiality is important, but coaches have a responsibility to act if there is a risk of harm to themselves or others.
• Supervision is crucial in supporting coaches in dealing with safeguarding issues.
• Coaches should be prepared and proactive in addressing safeguarding concerns. Create a safe space for clients to disclose sensitive information
• Understand your role and boundaries when it comes to safeguarding
• Provide support and guidance to clients who disclose safeguarding issues
• Maintain accountability and follow-up after a disclosure
• Seek supervision and guidance when necessary

Keywords

ethics, safeguarding, coaching, disclosure, confidentiality, risk of harm, supervision, coaching, safeguarding, disclosure, support, boundaries, accountability, follow-up, supervision

S1 Episode 01: Using Coaching with Groups in Churches with Su Blanch

Su Blanch PCC thinks out loud talking about using coaching with groups in the church. Some principles:

• Coaching with groups involves working with a collection of individuals rather than a team.
• The principles of coaching remain the same when working with groups.
• Contracting is important when starting a conversation with a group.
• The structure of the conversation provides a container for the discussion.
• It is valuable to have a good structure for a conversation with a group.
• The subject of the conversation is what we are here to talk about. Consider the time available for the conversation
• Reflect on the desired outcome of the discussion
• Understand the role of the facilitator
• Challenge assumptions and explore different perspectives
• Be aware of power dynamics and the impact on the environment The facilitator's role is to enable participants to think and contribute

Keywords
coaching, groups, church, PCCs,  conversations, colleagues, apply, contexts, time, outcome, facilitator, assumptions, power dynamics, environment, facilitator, group meetings, enabling participants, clarity, purpose, contribution, responsibility, engagement, productive meeting, facilitator, container, listening, exploration, moving, world, static, comfortable, awareness, process, outcomes, facilitator, boundaries, conversation, group, internal conflict, direction, thinking, sides, back of the room, noticing, time, reflection, accountability, challenge thinking, desired outcome, time management, productive landing, process questions, reflection, discussion, meetings, facilitators, coaches, meaningful conversations, ownership, learning, resources