This is a two-part assignment that explores how psychology theories support coaching techniques and practices. The knowledge is intended to include the development of your personal coaching philosophies based on these theories. You will need to submit Part 1 and Part 2 together. Once you have created the timeline in Canva, you can either download a PDF copy of the document or include a link to the document in Part 2.
Part 1 – Describe the historical development of coaching based on psychology research. Use the attached History of Coaching notes as reference to help you create a timeline using Canva that shows the path from psychology to the development of the coaching field. Show the historical steps using the free online tool Canva. Link is here: https://www.canva.com/create/infographics/timeline/
Research two to three different psychology and counseling theories.
Explain how psychology and counseling theoretical perspectives have been adapted to coaching.
Which psychology and/or counseling theory are you drawn to? Then describe how the psychological theories apply to your personal coaching philosophy.
Discuss what strategies you would take to ensure your philosophy aligns with client needs.
