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The Coaching Psychology Handbook
Integrating Psychological Theory, Practice and Research

Jonathan Passmore (Edited by), Passmore (Author), Andrea Giraldez-Hayes (Edited by), Andrea Giraldez-Hayes (Author)

9781394292776, Wiley

Hardback, published 4 June 2026

928 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm, 0.68 kg

Presents a comprehensive guide to evidence-based coaching psychology for students and advanced practitioners

Coaching psychology has transformed into a thriving discipline that merges psychological theory with practical application, yet many existing resources no longer reflect the field’s rapid evolution. The Coaching Psychology Handbook addresses this gap by providing an authoritative, research-driven exploration of the key psychological principles that underpin effective coaching. Demonstrating how evidence-based psychological frameworks can be applied in coaching to create meaningful, lasting change, this practical resource equips readers with a deep understanding of human development, motivation, behavior change, cognition, self-reflection, and attachment.

With contributions from internationally recognized scholars and practitioners, the Handbook is both comprehensive and practical, offering a structured, integrative approach to coaching psychology. Each chapter connects theory directly to real-world practice, incorporating cutting-edge research and contemporary challenges, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and the impact of AI and other technologies. Blending diverse perspectives with rigorous analysis, the book invites readers to engage critically with the field’s most influential ideas while preparing them to contribute to its ongoing development.

A vital resource for those seeking to expand their understanding of coaching psychology and apply these insights to diverse professional contexts, The Coaching Psychology Handbook:

  • Features over 40 chapters covering both foundational and advanced coaching psychology concepts
  • Integrates core psychological theories with practical coaching frameworks
  • Offers insights into motivation, behavior change, goal setting, and self-efficacy
  • Connects positive psychology principles to real-world coaching practices
  • Explores creative, arts-based, and systemic approaches to coaching
  • Links theory to practice with applied case examples and evidence-based methodologies

The Coaching Psychology Handbook: Integrating Psychological Theory, Practice and Research is ideal for postgraduate students and advanced practitioners in coaching psychology, positive psychology, and organizational development. It is well-suited for courses such as Coaching Psychology, Evidence-Based Coaching, and Leadership Coaching, and is an essential resource for academic programs in psychology, business, and education.

Notes on Contributors ix

About the Editors xv

Introduction 1

1 Coaching Psychology Defined and Explored 3
Yi Ling Lai

2 The Need for Evidence- based Psychologically Informed Practice 20
Jonathan Passmore and Natalie M. Michalik

3 The Critical Mindset in Coaching Psychology 39
Holly Andrews

4 Ethics in Coaching Psychology 55
Rodney L. Lowman

5 Coaching Efficacy in the Workplace 73
Lana Delic and Jonathan Passmore Copyrighted Material

6 Our Mind: Cognitive Psychology 97
Jemma Harris Bawden

7 Emotions and Emotional Intelligence in the Coaching Process 114
Robert J. Emmerling and Jenny C. Lee

8 Our Decision- making 136
Babett Helen Lobinger and Markus Raab

9 Personality and Psychometrics 152
Nikita Mikhailov, Olga Vysotska, and Georgi Yankov

10 Strengths Theory 171
Roger Bretherton

11 Coaching Behaviour and Other Changes Through Intentional Change Theory 194
Richard E. Boyatzis

12 Supervision in Coaching Psychology 215
David A. Lane

13 Self- Actualisation Coaching 231
Roger Irwin, Scott Barry Kaufman, Lisa Sansom, Jordana Cole, Joshua Steinfeldt, and Jordyn Feingold

14 Goal Setting Theory 248
Nichole Francisca and Tom Runesson

15 Harnessing Hope Theory in Coaching: A Meta- Intervention for Goal Attainment and Wellbeing 266
Suzy Green and Aylin Dulagil

16 Self- efficacy for Coaching Psychologists 286
Kantz Misra and David Tee

17 Self- Determination Theory in Coaching 304
Irmgard Mausz and Sandra J. Diller

18 Reflective Practice for Coaching Psychologists 325
Iain McCormick

19 Social Psychology Theory in Coaching 341
Kirsty Gardiner

20 System Theories and Coaching 359
Claude- Hélène Mayer

21 Group and Team Coaching Psychology 381
Ana Paula Nacif

22 Human– Machine Interaction and AI Coaching 399
Bergsveinn Olafsson, Jonathan Passmore, and Nicky Terblanche

23 Coaching in Relationships: Leveraging Self- Awareness to Achieve Success 422
Yossi Ives

24 Wellbeing Critical Perspectives 440
Jolanta Burke

25 Flow Theory 452
Giovanni B. Moneta

26 Theories of Resilience: What It Means for Coaching 478
Kenneth Nowack

27 Mind– Body and Body– Mind Interventions in Coaching 510
Tim Anstiss

28 Outdoor Coaching 531
Jonathan Passmore and Valentina Canessa- Pollard

29 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Coaching 548
Salma Shah

30 Coaching LGBTIQ+ Individuals 563
Issome Ghama

31 Neurodiversity Coaching 579
Almuth McDowall

32 Ageing 601
Tatiana S. Rowson

33 Person- Centred Approach 619
Stephen Joseph

34 Cognitive Behavioural Coaching 635
Rob Willson

35 Solution- Focused Coaching: Dialogic Practices for Curating Progress 654
Haesun Moon

36 Mindfulness Coaching 675
Ben Van Den Assem and Jonathan Passmore

37 Compassion- Focused Coaching: A Framework for Personal and Professional Growth 692
Chris Irons

38 Acceptance and Commitment: Coaching for Improved Psychological Flexibility and Better Client Outcomes 707
Tim Anstiss

39 Narrative- collaborative Coaching 728
Reinhard Stelter

40 Systemic Coaching 746
Paul Lawrence

41 Motivational Interviewing 763
Tim Anstiss

42 Existential Coaching 788
Yannick Jacob and Monica Hanaway

43 Creative and Arts- based Coaching Psychology 812
Andrea Giraldez- Hayes

44 Psychodynamic Coaching 830
Julian Humphreys

45 The Future of Coaching 848
Jonathan Passmore and Andrea Giraldez- Hayes

Index 860

Subject Areas: Psychology [JM]
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