Description
Book SynopsisPositive psychology moves psychology from a medical model toward a strengths model to help clients shore up their strengths and thereby lead happier, more fulfilling lives.
Positive Psychology Coaching: Putting the Science of Happiness to Work for Your Clients provides concrete language and interventions for integrating positive psychology techniques into any mental health practice.
Trade Review"This is definitely a book I would keep" (
Human Resources, March 2008)
"…it contains some interesting ideas which challenge standard psychoanalytic theory…" (Journal of Analytical Psychology, 2008)
“…designed to teach how to put [positive psychology]…into practice and empower others to set and meet their personal goals” (Human Givens, Vol. 15, #1)
"…it contains some interesting ideas which challenge standard psychoanalytic theory…" (Journal of Analytical Psychology, 2008)
"This is definitely a book I would keep." (Human Resources, March 2008)
"Reading it was like getting that introduction from two very helpful, enthusiastic and knowledgeable friends." (People Management, Thursday 12th July 2007)
"…designed to help you learn how to put positive psychology into practice…" (Personnel Today, September 2007)
"This book is packed with erudite and reputable references." (Training & Coaching Today, October 2007)
Table of ContentsIntroduction vii
Acknowledgments xiii
Chapter 1 The Coaching Paradox and the Positive Psychology Solution 1
Foundation I Happiness and Positivity
Chapter 2 Happiness: The Goal We Rarely Talk About 25
Chapter 3 Choosing Happiness: Goals, Relationships, and Positive Thinking 59
Chapter 4 Solid Happiness Interventions 89
Foundation II Character Strengths
Chapter 5 Strengths Coaching 117
Chapter 6 Coaching to Personal Strengths 143
Chapter 7 Coaching to Social Strengths 165
Special Topics in Positive Psychology Coaching
Chapter 8 Helping Clients Craft the Perfect Job 189
Chapter 9 The Future of Positive Psychology Coaching 209
Appendix: Planning Positive Psychology Coaching Sessions 221
Notes 231
Index 251
