Examining the self is at the heart of coaching and this book provides a comprehensive overview of knowledge on the Self from psychology philosophy and other disciplines. Developmental Coaching outlines a theory of individual development with practical applications for coaches. The Development of Self in Action (DSA) theory provides a credible explanation of the individual functioning desired changes and development that makes developmental coaching a rigorous theory-based approach to practice. Building on the influential first edition of this text Bachkirova enriches and refines the book with even further conceptual clarity and hands-on advice. These theoretical and practical approaches have been used and tested for over a decade not only in the actual delivery of developmental coaching but also in many teaching programmes numerous masterclasses and coaching supervision internationally. This new edition also offers an additional section on professional development and coaching supervision for coaches in the area.   This book will be an invaluable resource for students on coaching programmes and coaching practitioners who are keen to understand more about developmental coaching and why it works.   âœThis is the best book written so far about coaching in my humble opinion because it is so deeply considered so original and intelligent so relevant to practising coaches and so useful to those seeking practical wisdoms. â Dr Paul Lawrence Director Leading Systemically & Honorary Research Associate Oxford Brookes University UK âœTatiana masterfully interweaves a rich discussion of the scientific and philosophical foundations of her DSA model with practical tools and implications for coaches. â Angela Passarelli Ph. D. Associate Professor of Management College of Charleston USA âœTatiana Bachkirova greatly enriches our understanding of both client and coach. â Mary Watts Emeritus Professor of Psychology City University of London UK Praise from the 1st Edition: This book is a rare beast in the developmental area of coaching â intelligent articulate and accessible â Dr Bachkirovaâs work combines and extends many existing developmental approaches making previously opaque frameworks tangible and real. Anthony Grant Director of the Coaching Psychology Unit University of Sydney Australia Tatiana Bachkirova is Professor of Coaching Psychology and Co-Director of the International Centre for Coaching and Mentoring Studies at Oxford Brookes University UK. She is a recognised international speaker and her many publications include over 70 research and conceptual papers as well as edited volumes. . Language: English