Arts-Based Coaching

This book, written in an accessible way by leading experts in the field, offers a comprehensive exploration of arts integration in coaching through the lenses of positive and health psychology. Drawing together international experts and interdisciplinary perspectives including health and neuroscience, the book explores the intersection of positive psychology and the arts, offering insights and strategies for using art to promote personal growth. The chapters in this book weave theory into practice, condenses research and theoretical concepts into straightforward frameworks, and offers easily understandable ideas and examples. It provides a theoretical rationale for various art forms, including poetry, music, visual arts, dance, cinema, and photography. Each chapter includes case studies to present practical ways in which arts can enhance coaching conversations. Arts-Based Coaching is a practical guide that will interest coaching psychologists, coaches, dual practitioners offering therapeutic coaching, leaders, educators, and other professionals using coaching in their professional practice, as well as course leaders and students in coaching and coaching psychology.