When Helping Becomes a Defence
As coaches we love to help people. It’s what we joined the profession to do, surely? If we didn’t want what we do to be of benefit to others, then…
What are Defence Mechanisms? (And why coaches need to understand them)
Defence mechanisms… The term itself sounds like something straight out of a Harry Potter novel/ film (pick your medium), and straight away we think it refers to things that we…
Why Insight Isn’t Enough
Picture the scene… You’re working with a client who is incredibly self-aware. They know their patterns and their motivators, they understand why they behave the way that they do, and…
Why Understanding Psychodynamics Doesn’t Turn You Into a Therapist
One of the most common reactions I hear when coaches first encounter psychodynamic ideas is “This is fascinating… but aren’t we in therapy territory?” Psychodynamics… it’s a long word and…
What is Psychodynamic Coaching?
Why Psychodynamic Thinking Matters in Coaching There are a million and one misconceptions about coaching, and even more when it comes to the world of Psychodynamics. Squish them together and…