S1 Episode 02: Ethics - Coaching and Safeguarding with Nicky Brownjohn

Claire Pedrick MCC talking to coach and safeguarding consultant, Nicky Brownjohn, about coaching, confidentiality and safeguarding.   Takeaways Coaches need to be aware of safeguarding issues and have a plan in place for how to handle disclosures. Confidentiality is important, but coaches have a responsibility to act if there is a risk of harm to themselves or others. Supervision is crucial in supporting coaches in dealing with safeguarding issues. Coaches should be prepared and proactive in addressing safeguarding concerns. Create a safe space for clients to disclose sensitive information Understand your role and boundaries when it comes to safeguarding Provide support and guidance to clients who disclose safeguarding issues Maintain accountability and follow-up after a disclosure Seek supervision and guidance when necessary Keywords ethics, safeguarding, coaching, disclosure, confidentiality, risk of harm, supervision, coaching, safeguarding, disclosure, support, boundaries, accountability, follow-up, supervision