What to expect
This is me in my cosy coaching corner.
Our sessions will take place online so this is what you will see when you join the meeting. I’m always surrounded by books and there is usually some sort of bird in the background. Blankets and a brew on cold days.
I want you to be comfortable in this space too so when we have our Curiosity Call, we can discuss the things that make you feel relaxed and able to talk. You may prefer a simpler background or lower light levels. You might want to schedule our calls at a time when you know you won’t be disturbed by others. You might need to bring a cup of tea or a snack. Whatever you need we will talk about it up front, so you are ready to start your coaching sessions in comfort.
Our first session
In our first session we will spend some time discussing how to work together. We will start to think about what you might want to focus on, any areas or issues you would like to explore, and agree some ground rules for our coaching relationship.
When you start coaching it’s good to have an overall number of sessions in mind as this helps to keep us on track. In this session we will agree the number and frequency of sessions and when they will take place. We will leave the ending open so you can cease coaching when you feel ready.
At the end of this session, I will send you a coaching agreement to sign. This will cover the areas we have discussed so you don’t need to worry about remembering everything.
Subsequent sessions
We will start with a check in, then move on to the topic you want to discuss and then use the final 5 minutes to wrap up the discussion and decide on any next steps.
You don’t need to prepare for a session; we will explore whatever is meaningful for you on the day.
The coaching environment is a safe and non-judgemental space. If at any point we are heading in a direction you do not feel comfortable with, we will pause, change direction, or end the session if needed. It is vital you feel comfortable and safe in our sessions.
IMPORTANT:
I cannot provide crisis coaching. If you were in crisis, I would signpost you to an appropriate source of support.