What’s Your Coach Approach?

Published: October 23, 2020

Coaching isn’t one-size-fits-all—in fact, there are as many effective coaching styles as there are coaches!

Great coaches come from every professional background, including psychology, business, communications, education, sports, real estate, healthcare, and more. As each coach’s background differs, so does their approach to coaching. The unique qualities and experiences each coach brings to their practice help to define their coaching style.

Here are 3 examples of popular approaches to coaching: 

1. Mindfulness Coaching

Mindfulness is the practice of bringing awareness to the present moment calmly and without judgment. Mindfulness coaching draws from this philosophy to help the client pay attention to their feelings and thoughts in the moment. Coaches following this approach can help their clients practice mindfulness to change the way they respond to stress and anxiety. 

This coaching style encourages the following for the client:

• Acceptance
• Peace of mind
• Clarity
• Harmony
• Awareness

 2. Developmental Coaching

Developmental coaching involves helping clients identify their learning opportunities, and supporting their growth along the way. A developmental coach acts as a client’s thought partner as they reflect and work towards their goals.

This coaching style encourages the following for the client:

• Long-term development
• Learning opportunities
• Self-actualization
• Enhanced growth

 3. Intuitive Coaching

Intuitive coaching takes more of a spiritual approach by encouraging clients to develop and trust their inner perspectives as they seek personal fulfillment. Intuitive coaches will help a client listen to their inner voice in order to identify the essential ingredients needed for their own fulfillment.

This coaching style encourages the following for the client:

• Self-efficacy
• Self-trust
• Creativity
• Clarity
• Introspection
• Discovery of true passions

These are just a few examples of the wide variety of approaches to coaching. At The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, we embrace that diversity! Every client is unique, just as every coach is. Our program is designed for students of all backgrounds, and helps students tap into their strengths and experiences to define their own coaching style.

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