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20. Coaching for Wellbeing & Growth in Education with Christian van Nieuwerburgh
Dr. Christian van Nieuwerburgh is a Professor of Coaching and Positive Psychology at the Centre for Positive Health Sciences at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), University of Medicine and Health Sciences. He is the Global Director for Growth Coaching International which offers coaching, courses and consultancy services to enhance the quality of conversations in educational communities worldwide. Christian is also an accredited executive coach and has written many articles and books on coaching and positive psychology, including From Surviving to Thriving: A Student’s Guide to Feeling and Doing Well at University. His work reflects a passion for wellbeing, and an optimism and trust in the inherent strengths already present in both individuals and school systems.
In this episode, Christian speaks with co-hosts Dana Fulwiler Volk and Elizabeth Tingle about the positive impact coaching can have in the school setting. He shares examples of how coaching can influence school cultures and outcomes, highlighting inspiring stories from the field. In particular, he focuses on how coaching supports both student and teacher wellbeing.
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Connect with Christian:
- Twitter: @ChristianvN and
- Instagram: @coachonamotorcycle
Learn more about Christian’s work:
Books (3 of many!):
- From Surviving to Thriving: A Student’s Guide to Feeling and Doing Well at University
- An Introduction to Coaching Skills: A Practical Guide
- Coaching in Professional Contexts
Research mentioned in the episode:
- Ripple effects and coaching by Shawn O’Connor: The coaching ripple effect: The effects of developmental coaching on wellbeing across organisational networks
- Christian’s study with Chloe Tong: Exploring the benefits of being a student coach in educational settings: A mixed-method study
- Educator wellbeing and coaching by Brittany Rehal and Christian: Understanding the factors that contribute to Educator Flourishing
