About this episode

This episode explores the concept of presence in professional coaching and Christian formation, emphasizing its importance in engaging with clients and oneself.

Presence lies at the center of both professional coaching and Christian formation. This episode explores presence not as a technique or coaching skill alone, but as a disciplined way of being. For Christian coaches, presence is where ICF-aligned professionalism and faith come together rather than compete. In coaching, presence means being fully engaged, comfortable with not knowing, able to work with silence, and responsive rather than reactive. Spiritually, Scripture reveals God as a present God. From the burning bush to the ministry of Jesus, transformation flows from attentive presence, not hurried action. The conversation addresses a key truth: we cannot be present with clients beyond the level we are present with ourselves. Stillness, surrender, and self-awareness shape our ability to hold space for others. Practical reflections highlight what Christ-centered, client-centered presence looks like in real sessions, including honoring boundaries, resisting advice-giving, trusting the process, and allowing insight to emerge in its own time. --- Start your journey to become a Professional Christian Life Coach! Connect with an Academic Advisor…

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris McCluskey, Kim Avery

Topics covered

• coaching presence
• Christian formation
• self-awareness
• client-centered coaching
• spirituality
• professionalism

Keywords

• coaching
• presence
• Christian coaching
• self-awareness
• spirituality
• ICF
• client-centered

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ICF, PCCI

Books & works: The Ultimate Christian Coaching Bundle

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