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 Guest Mary Anna Wright, Ph.D., MCC
In this episode of The Coaching Studio, Lyssa deHart hosts Mary Anna Wright, PhD, MCC—a distinguished leadership coach, communications expert, and former ICF Ireland president. With an eclectic background spanning from marine biology to rave culture and public relations, Mary Anna brings a unique perspective to coaching, deeply informed by her studies in cultural and behavioral change. The conversation dives into her journey into coaching and her transition from academia and communications into a career dedicated to supporting others in realizing their potential.
Mary Anna shares the importance of connection as the cornerstone of her coaching philosophy, describing it as a commitment to help clients connect deeply with themselves, their environment, and their personal ecosystems. She discusses the concept of “the seven-eyed model” from supervision, which encourages coaches to consider the larger systems impacting their clients. This systemic perspective, she notes, helps coaches and leaders navigate the unknown and often complex dynamics of their environments, promoting resilience and adaptability.
A key theme in the conversation is the power of presence in coaching. Mary Anna reflects on the evolution of her approach, emphasizing how letting go of the need to “solve” for clients allows a true partnership to emerge. She highlights the journey to mastery as a continuous process of self-awareness, humility, and the practice of holding space for clients without the interference of ego. In addition, she shares insights into the growing influence of AI in coaching, recognizing the human connection as irreplaceable in creating meaningful transformation.
This episode offers listeners a profound exploration of coaching’s potential to impact lives, both for clients and coaches alike, encouraging coaches to embrace the journey of learning, self-reflection, and connection. Tune in to hear how Mary Anna combines her love for coaching with respect for the vast complexity of human experience.
Learn more about Mary Anna on her Website
And connect with her on LinkedIn
Or watch her on YouTube
Host: Lyssa deHart, LICSW, MCC, BCC
Music: Frolic by Harrison Amer
Production Editing: Lyssa deHart
Social Media and Communications: Michele Logan
