I use The Co-Active Coaching method i of coaching that emphasizes collaboration and partnership between the coach and the client. It was developed by the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI) and is one of the most widely recognized coaching approaches globally. The model is built around the belief that clients are naturally creative, resourceful, and whole, and that the coach’s role is to help them unlock their potential rather than providing solutions or advice.

Here are the key elements of Co-Active Coaching:

The Co-Active Relationship:

At the core of the Co-Active model is the relationship between the coach and client, which is seen as a partnership. Both coach and client are active participants, and the relationship is based on mutual respect, trust, and openness. The coach provides a safe space for exploration and transformation.
Balance Between Being and Doing:

The Co-Active model emphasizes a balance between the client’s “being” (internal self-awareness) and “doing” (external actions and behaviors). This dual focus ensures that clients not only achieve tangible goals but also deepen their self-awareness, leading to more sustainable and meaningful change.
Core Principles:

Fulfillment: Helping clients identify and live according to their values and sense of purpose.
Balance: Supporting clients in making conscious choices and exploring new perspectives and possibilities.
Process: Encouraging clients to be present with their experience, embrace change, and learn from both challenges and successes.
Co-Active Coaching Skills:

Listening: Deep, active listening to what the client is saying and not saying.
Powerful Questions: Asking questions that provoke reflection and insight, rather than seeking specific answers.
Acknowledgment: Validating the client’s progress, strengths, and growth.
Curiosity: Approaching the client’s experience with curiosity, free from judgment.
Empowering Clients:

Co-Active Coaching is rooted in the idea that clients are inherently capable of solving their own challenges. The coach’s role is to draw out the client’s inner wisdom, helping them uncover insights, overcome obstacles, and create the changes they desire.
Action and Learning:

Co-Active Coaching focuses on both action (moving forward with goals) and learning (gaining insights from experiences). This approach ensures that the coaching process is both practical and transformational, addressing both short-term objectives and long-term growth.
In essence, Co-Active Coaching is about empowering clients to take ownership of their lives through a collaborative and dynamic coaching process.