ABSTRACT

This chapter sets out an outline a six-session protocol for use in coaching settings. This is a practical and structured method to use the strategies to help readers think about how to rapidly assess, formulate and design an intervention package. This includes:

Session 1: Assessment, formulation and values-based goal setting

Session 2: Offering a new, mindfully aware perspective – the Matrix

Session 3: Practising mindful aware skills and unhooking from thoughts

Session 4: Working skilfully with emotion and developing resilience

Session 5: Revisiting values and focusing on “success beyond success” performance

Session 6: Review and planning for the future