Theory and Practice of NLP Coaching: A Psychological Approach

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SAGE, Dec 18, 2012 - Business & Economics - 232 pages
′Inspiring, stimulating, and immensely rich - Bruce takes NLP in Coaching to an entirely new dimension, building on the giants before him′ - Katherine Tulpa, Global CE0, Association for Coaching

′I recommend this book whole heartedly to any coach who wishes to update their knowledge and understanding of NLP and coaching′ - Prof. Dr. Karl Nielsen, IN President

′Immensely readable and well researched. No NLP practitioner wanting to develop the field further should be without it′ - Dr Jane Mathison, formerly research officer in NLP, University of Surrey

Are you struggling with the complexities of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)?

You′ve come to the right place. This book demystifies NLP, providing a practical guide to understanding the psychological theories, principles and research that underpin the approach.

Packed with practical hints and tips, case studies and exercises, the book introduces and explores:

- What NLP coaching actually is

- The general theories and principles that underpin the NLP approach

- How theory translates into practice

- The research evidence that says NLP coaching really works

This is an essential companion for trainees, coaches, psychologists and professionals from all walks of life - indeed, anyone wanting to develop their knowledge and practical skills in this increasingly popular approach.

Bruce Grimley is Managing Director of Achieving Lives Ltd, an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and the UK President of the International Association of NLP Institutes and Coaching Institutes.

 

Contents

Introduction
1
PART 1 The Development of NLP and Coaching Psychology
5
2 The History of Coaching
18
3 What is NLP Coaching?
27
PART 2 Understanding NLP and Supporting Psychological Principles
35
Theories and Principles
37
5 NLP Presuppositions
45
6 The Meta Model
52
12 Modelling
125
13 Systems Thinking
137
14 Basic NLP Coaching Models
149
PART 3 The Evidence for NLP Effectiveness
157
15 Meeting Professional Coaching Standards
159
Who Says This All Works?
163
17 NLP Resources
174
Where NLP Goes From Here?
184

7 The Milton Model
62
The Cognitive Element
74
The Behavioural Connection
87
10 Eye Accessing Cues
98
11 Meta Programs
110
Appendix
192
References
200
Index
208
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