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We have a powerful need and desire for coupling that drives us into and out of relationships. In recent times we seem to have developed a "need" to be happy and have a decreasing tolerance for delayed gratification. When we are single, we want to be in a relationship. When we are in an unhappy relationship most of us attempt to improve it and eventually leave if it doesn't get better. A … [Read more...] about The Case for Relationship Coaching

Originally published by David Steele, May 1997 "Opportunity misses those who view the world only through the eyes of their professions" ~Gerald Celente Change is a necessary part of our life, and our profession. It has been over 30 years since the establishment of marriage and family therapy as a health-based method of mental health treatment by pioneers who departed from the medical model. In … [Read more...] about Professional Coaching and the Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)

Relationship Coaching is not consulting or therapy. Coaching empowers by assuming our clients are the experts, fully capable of achieving their goals, and focuses on supporting them into action. Consulting typically provides advice and solutions, while therapy typically focuses on insight and emotional issues. Because these approaches are so different, the coach should be clear about these … [Read more...] about Top Ten Guidelines of Relationship Coaching

by David Steele A common question of our coaches is "How do you know when an individual or couple needs therapy instead of coaching?" Since coaching, and particularly relationship coaching, is in it's infancy, it is not my intention or ability in writing this article to present comprehensive guidelines on this topic, but I will share what I have learned so far. Most coach training … [Read more...] about Screening for “Coachability”