Tension shows up in many ways; within the client, within you as a coach, and between the two of you. This session will focus on the central role of working creatively with tension in the coaching relationship. Learning to skillfully hold tension and manage discomfort, is necessary in order to support a powerful shift in the client. Used wisely, tension is a vital, powerful tool for transformation.
In this session you will:
- Learn a new way to view holding and releasing tension
- See the role of creative tension in managing reactivity.
- Learn a 3-Step process for staying present and grounded while holding tension
Speaker Barbara Bouchet will demonstrate how necessary and beneficial it is to hold an appropriate amount of tension, not too much, not too little, and give examples and illustrations. You’ll be able to apply what you learn in this session immediately, in any relationship.
This session draws from Chapter 10 in Barbara's book, The Enlightened Edge for Leaders: Ignite the Power of You. The information offered has been tested over time by colleagues, many other authors, and in Barbara's work as a psychotherapist for 25 years and as a coach for the last 13 years.
ICF CCEs available for attending this event. Be sure to register online and check in at the event in order to receive them.
About Our Speaker
Barbara Bouchet
Barbara Bouchet, MEd, President of Contact Point Associates LLC, is the author of The Enlightened Edge for Leaders: Ignite the Power of You. She brings over 25 years of experience in leadership coaching, change facilitation, relationship management, counseling, and adult education to her work with clients and organizations.
She has rich experience and training as a coach, counselor, mediator, group facilitator, and trainer. She has worked successfully with professionals, and leaders of small businesses and large corporations including Philips Healthcare, Amazon, Microsoft, and Costco.
Barbara is a Board Certified Coach and a licensed counselor, with degrees in Psychology, Sociology, and Educational Psychology. She has supervised and trained hundreds of professionals both privately and through university graduate programs.
Barbara is abundantly creative and committed to linking what is deep and wise with what is practical. She is the author of The Contact Zone™: Power & Influence board game and training workshop, the Work-Life Effectiveness assessment for individuals, the Performance & Balance training for organizations, and the Clear Communication: How to Prevent Miscommunication training program.
She lives in Seattle with her husband, where they enjoy their kids, grandkids, and the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
