The psychology of executive coaching : theory and application / Bruce Peltier.

Includes index.

Assessment -- Developmental psychology and adult development -- The psychodynamic view -- Behavioral concepts -- The person-centered approach / Alan Hedman -- Cognitive psychology and cognitive therapy -- Family therapy and systems thinking -- The existential stance -- Social psychology and coaching -- Hypnotic communication -- Emotional intelligence -- Lessons from athletic coaches -- Coaching women -- Psychopathology -- Leadership -- Workers, managers, and leaders -- Ethics in coaching -- Making the transition.

Coaching has become an important way for psychotherapists and other mental health professionals to adapt their skills to a changing environment. This book provides a comprehensive translation of psychotherapy theory and skills for the would-be executive coach.