Disabilities: Strategies for Coaches and Clients

Individuals with disabilities often face unique challenges and barriers in their personal and professional lives, impacting their overall well-being and success. Coaching is an effective tool for individuals seeking to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. This hands-on interactive workshop presents a framework for enhancing the coaching experience for individuals with disabilities.

Drawing on existing research, best practices in coaching and disabilities, and utilizing real-life case studies, the facilitators will introduce critical strategies for coaches to consider when working with individuals with disabilities. These strategies include building trust and rapport, considering neurodiversity and accommodations, focusing on strengths and abilities, and adopting a collaborative approach. By incorporating these strategies into coaching practices, you can provide more effective support to individuals with disabilities and help them achieve their goals and aspirations. Join Jennifer Mitchell, EdD, and Aikyna Finch, PCC, DM, for this three-hour workshop about “Disabilities: Strategies for Coaches and Clients.”

Space limited to 36 participants.

Section 1 (Foundation): 45 mins
1. Understanding Disabilities and Inclusive Coaching
2. Communication and Building Rapport
3. Activity – Mentimeter Quiz and Team Building

Section 2 (Toolkit): 60 mins
1. Adaptive Coaching Techniques and Equipment
2. Goal Setting and Progress Tracking for Individuals with Disabilities
3. Activity – Inclusion/Adaptive Coaching Exercise

Section 3 (Expansion): 75 mins
1. Inclusive Group Coaching and Team Building
2. Building an Inclusive Coaching Practice
3. Activity – Group and Team Work