Take the plunge
Are you afraid of crossing the line between coaching and therapy? There's no need to be so squeamish, argues Jenny Rogers
A doctor wishing to re-enter work after a severe episode of bipolar disorder; a chief executive whose presenting issue was her marital problems; a banker whose misery at work meant he was upset through most of the session: these are just some of the situations I've encountered recently in my executive coaching practice.
Less experienced coaches may view such clients with dread: surely they should refer the client to a therapist? I disagree. I...