Navigating Client Defenses and Resistance: Advanced Coaching Skills for the Emotional Dynamics of Change

Center for Applied Psychodynamics - Percepta Leadership ICF Accredited

10h

Total CCE

6h

Core CCE

$

$35/hr

Per CCE Hr

Self-Paced

Delivery

About this programme

This programme teaches coaches how to recognize and work with client emotions, unconscious defenses, and resistance patterns that emerge during coaching conversations. Drawing on psychodynamic theory and neuroscience, it examines the psychological mechanisms underlying client resistance and shows coaches how to respond in ways that strengthen the coaching relationship. The course is designed for coaches working with business leaders and executives who operate in high-pressure environments requiring them to navigate constant change, manage diverse teams, and make complex decisions. The programme uses Coaching Labs with practical client scenarios to help participants develop their capacity to work with the deeper emotional and defensive dynamics that shape leader behavior and decision-making. Peer-reviewed content and supplementary self-study resources support coaches in building competence in this psychodynamically informed approach.

Programme highlights

  • Recognizes and works with client emotions, unconscious defenses, and resistance
  • Drawing on both psychodynamic theory and neuroscience
  • Coaching Labs with practical client scenarios
  • Strengthens coaching alliance
  • Helps clients use insights as turning points for growth
  • Rigorous peer review for high quality and alignment with professional best practices
  • Additional resources included to support deeper self-study

Programme structure

OtherCoaching Labs providing practical client scenarios; course content developed with additional resources for deeper self-study; peer review completed for quality assurance

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Key details

Total CCE10 hours
Core CCE6 hours
Resource Dev4 hours
Investment$350
DeliverySelf-Paced

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