Here, life coach donna pereira discusses anxiety and how coaching can help. A belief that underpins coaching is that we have the resources we need to overcome the problem we’re facing. This means the role of a coach is not to tell you what to do, but instead work with you to identify your own solutions and guide you towards your goals. When you first start coaching, it’s important to tell your coach about any diagnoses you have and if you are undertaking any other treatment for your anxiety (for example, counselling).
This will help inform your coach’s approach when working with you and can ensure you’re getting the best support.
In 2015, after a funny conversation with my mum on the telephone, i decided i wanted to get a greater understanding of the cbt practices and principles, to be better able to teach them and improve my coaching skills. The conversation was funny because, i brought up the fact that i was still waiting for my hormones to regulate themselves after having my second son, and with the lack of regular sleep and the unpredictability of a newborn plus a toddler etc. Etc. I was experiencing anxiety. No that’s not funny, but my mum’s reaction made me giggle, she didn’t get it, even when i brought up my panic experiences from the past she didn’t even remember me going through panic & i lived with her then.
How to Coach Clients With Anxiety
“i’ve worked with countless therapists – to varying degrees of success – but identifying one that is relatable and rooted in an actionable approach to changing both thoughts and behaviors has proved difficult. Amanda blends many of the most effective tenants of traditional therapy (including cbt), with the dynamic and spiritual elements of universal law to work with clients in a progressive and unique way. This blend of the rational and the spiritual are a breath of fresh air for anyone looking for a better, more holistic approach to mental health. ”michael grillo,
head of consumer products at calm, former ceo and co-founder of gravity blankets, and anxiety coaching client.
A social anxiety coach is a person who helps people with social anxiety manage their symptoms and improve their social skills. Social anxiety is a type of anxiety that is characterized by intense fear or discomfort in social situations, such as public speaking or meeting new people. People with social anxiety often avoid social situations altogether, or they may endure them with great distress. A social anxiety coach helps clients by teaching them coping strategies and providing support. A social anxiety coach may also help clients identify and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs about themselves. A social anxiety coach typically works with clients one-on-one, but may also work with groups of people.
In 2018 & 2019, i suffered terribly with my own anxiety and depression. I ended up leaving my full time job as my brain could not take the added pressure. Who would have thought this would turn out to be the best thing i have ever done! during this time, i contacted a hypnotherapist that i had been recommended, stuart thompson, and i went along for approximately 8 sessions with him. Well, that was life changing! i was now on a path that i was enjoying and i had learnt tips and techniques that i was able to use wherever and whenever.