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Explain two main theories of psychology that helped develop the field of coaching. What are two differences and similarities between Positive Psychology and Coaching?

Post number 1

Areatae

The first theory that developed the field of coaching is Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs this is the base on hi studying self-actualization which is based on the view and growth of a human and their need for fulfillment in life. The second theory is Ericksonians’s theory of technique “When people use hypnosis to change habits, they are given new messages that become filtered through their unconscious. These create positive habits that replace unhealthy or unwanted behaviors. So, designing a life can be trance-formational in the most positive sense (Menendez & Williams,2015 )”.

Differences

Coaches work with clients to identify better behaviors that will in turn create better choices in life. Also, they work with clients to visualize a new outcome using the resources they have. Work on specific needs and brainstorm different ways using techniques to assist in the process. Positive Psychology “finds the strongest route to authentic happenings’ is to use ones signature of strength in service or something greater for oneself (Menendez & Williams, 2015)”.

Similarities

Work on using ones strengths to identify ways to make better choices. Supporting clients to see themselves in a better light. Focusing on opportunities from their past that can used in the present to strategies positive outcomes. Positive psychology is really the study of happiness.

Reference

Menendez, D. M., & Williams, P. (2015). Becoming a professional life coach: Lessons from the Institute of Life Coach Training (2nd ed.). New York, NY: W. W. Norton.

Post number 2

Stan

I noticed that the bulk of discussions for this topic are centering around humanistic and transpersonal psychological theories. After doing the research for my discussion, I can completely understand why these two theoretical models make up the predominance of talking points. So, for that reason, I have chosen to diverge from the obvious, and regale you all with tales of Cognitive Behavioral Psychology and the Goal Focused Approach.

The first to be submitted for your consumption is the influences of Cognitive Behavioral Psychology (CBP) on the field of Coaching and the emergence of Coaching Psychology. CBP’s primary focus is on how flawed reasoning affects the perception of the reality of events. Allen (2016) discusses that faulty beliefs and irrationality of reality can cause distortions in how events are perceived, resulting in negative impact on choices and performance. It is the relationship to this flawed way of thinking, which engenders this field to the realm of coaching. It enables coaches to understand how distorted beliefs effect personal choices.

The second theory is one whose mere name calls to the field of Coaching to be used; Goal Focused Approach (GFA). The obvious emphasis of the GFA is the setting of goals. Allen (2016) describes this as centralizing solutions to aide clients in the formation and arbitration of future goals. As I stated moments ago, this is obviously an influential theory due to the goal setting nature of coaching.

Another psychological field that has exerted influence over the profession of Coaching is Positive Psychology. While both are similar in nature, there does exists differences in principal. One of these differences is the perception of the client. According to Asif Dhanani (2017) clients of the Positive Psychologist are individuals seeking treatment for psychological abnormalities through therapy, while those who seek the services of Coaches are psychologically sound individuals seeking change within their lives to obtain professional and personal enrichment. From this, the most obvious difference can be surmised that psychologists are matriculated from that of higher education, requiring licensure through the State from which they practice, while coaches are unregulated, and do not require any special education to practice. But despite these glaring differences, the does exist similarity between the two fields. Dhanani (2017) goes on to explain that both Positive Psychology and Life Coaching believe that there is an inherent value to negative emotion in personal growth, and both fields attempt to enhance the individual’s self-awareness to achieve greater fulfilment.

Reference

Allen, K. (2016). Roots of coaching psychology. Theory, Research, and Practical Guidelines for Family Life Coaching. Retrieved from: Https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&ved=0ahUKEwi3jarDvcjbAhUDuhQKHX5fBcQQFgg4MAI&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.springer.com%2Fcda%2Fcontent%2Fdocument%2Fcda_downloaddocument%2F9783319293295-c2.pdf%3FSGWID%3D0-0-45-1566870-p179447883&usg=AOvVaw33rRslQlyO9AUqsg85q6DX

Dhanani, A. (February 15, 2017). Positive psychology coaching and life coaching: How do they differ? Positive Psychology Program. Retrieved from: Https://positivepsychologyprogram.com/positive-psychology-life-coaching/