Theory and Practice of NLP Coaching : A Psychological Approach

Struggling with the complexities of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)? You have come to the right place. This book demystifies the popular view of NLP, providing a clear and practical guide to understanding the psychological theories and principles that form the basis of the approach. Packed with practical hints and tips, case studies and exercises, author Bruce Grimley introduces and explores: - What is NLP coaching? - What are the general theories and principles that underpin the NLP approach? - How does theory transition into practise? - What is the research evidence to say NLP coaching works? This book will provide an essential companion for trainees, coaches, psychologists and professionals from all walks of life wanting to develop and hone their knowledge and practical skills in this increasingly popular approach. ′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. PART ONE: THE DEVELOPMENT OF NLP AND COACHING PSYCHOLOGYIntroduction to NLPThe History of CoachingWhat Is NLP Coaching?PART TWO: UNDERSTANDING NLP AND SUPPORTING PSYCHOLOGICAL PRINCIPLESNLP Coaching Psychology: Theories and PrinciplesNLP PresuppositionsThe Meta ModelThe Milton ModelReframing: The Cognitive ElementAnchoring: The Behavioural Connection Eye Accessing CuesMeta-ProgramsModelingSystems ThinkingBasic NLP Coaching ModelsPART THREE: THE EVIDENCE FOR NLP EFFECTIVENESSMeeting Professional Coaching Standards Research: Who Says This All Works? NLP Resources Conclusion: Where NLP Goes from Here?Appendices Packed with practical hints and tips, case studies and exercises, this book demystifies the popular view of NLP, providing a clear and practical guide to understanding the psychological theories and principles that form the basis of the approach. Packed with practical hints and tips, case studies and exercises, this text demystifies the popular view of NLP, providing a clear and practical guide to understanding the psychological theories and principles that form the basis of the approach