The Coaching Studio with Lyssa deHart
Where Psychology Meets the Art of Coaching
Welcome to The Coaching Studio! This is the place where transformational conversations unfold. Hosted by Master Certified Coach and author Lyssa deHart, this podcast dives deep with the brightest minds in Coaching, Psychology, Positive Psychology, Somatic Awareness, and Trauma-Informed Practice.
In each episode, you'll hear intimate, thought-provoking dialogues with trailblazers like Dr. Richard Boyatzis, Dr. David Drake, Marcia Reynolds, and Michael Bungay Stanier, alongside rising and established voices shaping the future of human development. These are not surface-level interviews. Expect real stories, bold ideas, and practical insights you can use to expand your coaching and leadership impact.
Whether you're a coach, therapist, leader, or lifelong learner, you'll leave each episode with new tools, new questions, and renewed inspiration.
🎙️ New episodes drop twice a month during the Season. Come for the wisdom, stay for the transformation and lively conversations.
The Coaching Studio with Lyssa deHart
the Coaching Studio with Guests Amy Warshawsky, MCC and Betsy Salkind, PCC
In the latest session of ‘The Coaching Studio,’ Betsy Salkind, PCC, and Amy Warshawsky, MCC, explore the depth of their coaching relationship, emphasizing the importance of being fully present and the art of deep listening to nurture a professional partnership focused on growth. They share their journey, highlighting the significance of adaptability and the interplay between coaching and real-life challenges. The episode also celebrates the transformative power of humor and improvisation in coaching, with Betsy, Amy, and Lyssa discussing how a playful and engaging atmosphere can help clients shed inhibitions and embrace possibilities. This approach has guided clients to a space of spontaneity and curiosity, showcasing the strength of laughter and play in navigating life’s complexities.
The trio further delves into the role of playfulness and presence in coaching, advocating for a style that embraces adaptability, keen listening, and meeting clients in their unique narratives. They propose a blend of light-hearted engagement and serious learning, highlighting the nurturing influence of humor and the therapeutic power of play, especially when facing adversities. The session also focuses on the core skills of effective coaching: attentive listening and non-judgment. Betsy Salkind shares insights from her improv background, underscoring the importance of these skills in coaching. In the discussion both Betsy and Amy pay tribute to influential literary works that have shaped their coaching philosophies, from Steven Nachmanovitch’s “Improv in Life and the Arts” to Richard Boyatzis’s work and ideas on the Positive Emotional Attractors, and the captivating performances of Robin Williams.
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Host: Lyssa deHart, LICSW, MCC, BCC
Music: Frolic by Harrison Amer
Production Editing: Lyssa deHart
Social Media and Communications: Michele Logan
