Telephone Life Coaching with CBT

I provide a telephone life coaching service to clients across the world and have successfully coached people from the North America, Africa, Europe, Asia and the UK for. The telephone coaching service provides a unique combination of traditional life coaching techniques and cbt (cognitive behavioral therapy) techniques. The service is helpful for issues such as:

Assertiveness and self esteem problems
Stress and anxiety
Relationship issues such as jealousy
Career and life changes

CBT - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

One of the main coaching models that I use in coaching is CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).

Despite its technical sounding name, CBT is a simple practical set of techniques for helping people to deal with negative or difficult thoughts and feelings. It helps you to clarify for yourself when your negative thinking patterns are generating anxiety or stress or impeding your ability to act positively and then to train yourself to think in more positive and constructive ways so that you can increase your effectiveness in life or relationships.

You can find out some more about my background and other coaching models that I use at: Life Coach David. I have also written a number of coaching ebooks which provide practical exercises and tools for coaching yourself and give an idea of some of the techniques that I use in coaching and the practical nature of my approach. You can find out more about these ebooks at: My Life Coaching Books.

Does Coaching Work?

The techniques that I use to help people progress are based on research into the methods and strategies that are most helpful for people to make positive and real changes. I also ask clients to evaluate their progress in terms of increased satisfaction levels after a short period of coaching (5-6 coaching sessions in most cases) compared with satisfaction levels before the coaching.

Some of the results achieved for clients in terms of increased satisfaction levels include:

400% increase in feeling in control of your own life
500% increase in feeling relaxed and in good mental health
200% increase in satisfaction with nature of work/daily occupation
150% increase in satisfaction with quality of relationship with partner
250% increase in satisfaction with use of leisure time

How Does Life Coaching differ from Counselling?

I am a life coach who specialises working with people suffering from stress, anxiety, low self esteem or related difficulties, so there is some overlap with counsellors in the client group that I coach. Nonethelss there are significant differences between the service that I offer and that offered by traditional counsellors or psychotherapists. In fact a number of clients have come to me after having counselling who did not find the counselling to be particularly effective but have then found the life coaching that I provide to be both constructive and productive.

Traditional psychoanalytical counselling delves at length into a person's past and comes up with explanations of why a person acts in a certain way often to fit preconceived theoretical assumptions of the counselling model. By contrast:

Life coaching has a practical focus. I teach relatively simple effective strategies to help you solve problems and overcome negative thought patterns which can leave you feeling under pressure.

I use techniques for problem solving and helping people which have been shown by research to produce results. I have been trained in cognitive behavioural techniques which research confirms are effective in dealing with stress, anxiety, panic and depression. These techniques are also proven to be helpful in dealing with negative thought patterns.

I work in a pragmatic way, helping clients to move forward, focusing primarily on how to create a brighter future for you rather than delving into a painful past or difficult emotions.

Some counsellors and psychotherapists have an indefinite number of sessions with clients stretching over a long period, sometimes years. This may not be cost effective. By contrast, I offer the option of a short series of focused life coaching sessions or even a one-off coaching session where this is appropriate.

Counselling and psychotherapy are usually carried out face to face, whereas life coaching has the benefit of being done over the phone usually. Advantages of telephone coaching sessions are:
- If you are meeting someone face to face, there are potential risks to your security which are not present over the telephone.
- It is important for the effectiveness of work that professional boundaries are maintained between professional adviser (whether counsellor or coach) and client. Telephone coaching sessions facilitate the setting of effective boundaries as there is no need to address boundaries issues that can arise from the physical proximity involved in face to face sessions.
- Telephone coaching sessions are not so time consuming as face to face meetings because no travel to and from the session is required
- Geographical distance is not an issue with coaching by phone- a service can be provided internationally.

How Does a Life Coaching with CBT Session Work?

Before the first telephone life coaching session I email you a short questionnaire which gives you the opportunity to describe the issues that you would like help with and also asks you to assess your satisfaction across a number of different areas and rate their importance to you. We use your responses on the questionnaire as the starting point for our discussion in the coaching session.

For the coaching session you call me at an agreed time (you call the phone number at the top of this page or my Skype details can be provided on request if you prefer to use Skype). In the coaching session:

You get the opportunity to express how you are feeling, the concerns or goals that you would like help with and any of your own thoughts as to your options
I will talk through your options with you and introduce to coaching exercises or techniques that may help in your situation
At the end of the coaching session we will agree specific actions for you to try out to help you to move forward on the issues and I may provide 'homework' assignments for you to complete to help you deal with specific problems if appropriate
Depending on which coaching option you include I may provide you with a Project Plan setting out your desired outcomes and the actions that we agree you will try out before the next coaching session - we can then review your progress at each coaching session.

What People Have Said About my Coaching Service

Below are some of the comments of people who have experienced the telephone coaching service that I provide:

"I feel lighter and more in control...I have a greater sense of achievement..."

"Since starting the coaching, I feel lighter and more in control. In a better position to make choices. Rather than always feeling in the dark.... I have a greater sense of achievement and feel pleased with myself... I have more room emotionally and mentally to cope and enjoy/contribute in my relationships. I have more defined boundaries which make me feel more secure. I sleep better. I enjoy life more. I worry less." - Claire

"The life coaching service would be suitable for anyone who needs some structure and support in areas of their life where they want to make changes..."

"Since working with David I have been able to take the time to define my goals and start to work towards them. It really helps my process to talk things through with someone else and he has been great. Breaking my goals down into achievable steps has been very useful. In all areas my life have improved. I’ve designed my website, have been working in my target businesses, increased my income, started socializing more, creating artwork, proceeding on course work and am generally more hopeful and focused...

...David sees to the heart of a matter, is supportive and encouraging. His patience, his willingness to help me stick with the programme and his ability to assist in my progress have been really helpful. His background as a social worker and lawyer is a great combination because he has great listening skills and compassion, allied with an understanding of how it is to make one’s way in the world of business...the life coaching service would be suitable for anyone who needs some structure and support in areas of their life where they want to make changes." Maria

"I am surprised at how calm and relaxed I am about things now..."

"I am a lot more in control of my life and have started to enjoy everyday things which I have ignored for so long. Other people have noticed a change in me and I can see that I am valued by my clients. The introduction of an action programme to help balance the work has given me a better lifestyle which is much healthier all round. Through the project plan I have been able to include leisure and health activities with decreasing feelings of guilt...

I am surprised at how calm and relaxed I am about things now... By using David's constructive exercises I have been surprised and then delighted by how much difference they have made. Ideas, thoughts and feelings which had been suppressed have gradually come back and given me confidence that I can achieve my dreams." - Sylvia

"It has been great to have someone to talk to. You really listened..."

"It has been great to have someone to talk to. You really listened - by this I mean that you did not just listen but took in what I said. I have the feeling that what I say is not just waffle. You are an extremely helpful objective observer and have helped me to understand what I am really trying to achieve.” - Fiona

"I have successfully implemented a fundamental change in the control of my reactions which in turn leads me to react differently..."

"I have successfully implemented a fundamental change in the control of my reactions which in turn leads me to react differently and I feel better about the situation... I have adopted a more general approach to positive thinking in situations. I will see a silver lining as often as I will see a bad one. It was reassuring for me previously to think the worst scenario, because the payback was that I could be less likely to feel disappointed with the outcome of a situation. My new approach is actually a lot easier on the system." - Pippa

"David was supportive and full of practical ideas...."

"I found the life coaching really helpful for me. David was not pushy at all. He listened and with his patient and committed approach, he brought things out that I had not even realised were there. He was supportive and full of practical ideas." - Charles

"Finding your website was a Godsend...."

"Dear David

Finding your website was a Godsend...My time table plans are gradually coming back to life and I know they will help to keep me focused...Many many thanks." - Julie

International Coaching - Time Zone Differences

My coaching sessions can start any time between 9.30am and 6.30pm on a weekday in UK time. If you live outside the UK then please check what the time difference is from the UK to where you live and let me know where you live when we arrange a time so that we can be sure we both know what time has been arranged!

If you live in the USA or Canada then the time difference means that the coaching session is likely to be in the morning or at lunch time your time.

If you live in Asia then the coaching session is more likely to be later in the day your time because of the time difference.

For countries in Africa and Europe the time difference may be relatively small so it may be possible to arrange a coaching session morning, afternoon or evening to suit your convenience.

If you live in Australia or New Zealand I would suggest that you email me first at dbc@davidbonham-carter.com to see whether a mutually convenient time will be possible as the difference in time zone with these countries can make it difficult to arrange a coaching session for people living in Australia or New Zealand.

Life Coaching with CBT - Fee Options

My current fees are £45-£65 per session depending on the number of sessions you book in advance and the length of each session (you can choose either 1 Hour or 45 minute sessions & you can book sessions individually or in blocks).

Currency: Fees are in pounds sterling. They will be converted into your local currency by your credit/debit card company or Paypal at the exchange rate they are using at the time of the transaction.

People usually purchase a 1 hour introductory coaching session with Project Plan at £55 via the link at the foot of this page, then decide which fee option to proceed with on discussion at the end of the session.

For each session we arrange a time for you to call me on +44 (0)117 230 3119 or by Skype phone if you prefer. You can continue the coaching for whatever period you wish. If you purchase an introductory session there is no obligation on you to take further coaching sessions if you feel it is not for you or if you feel that you have already gained sufficient insight from the introductory session to move forward on your own.

Purchasing an Introductory Life Coaching with CBT Session

1. To purchase a full 1 Hour Life Coaching with CBT telephone coaching session click on the Google Checkout Buy Now button at the foot of the page. You will then be taken through a checkout process provided by Google where you can pay by credit or debit card and provide phone and email details (this will enable me to contact you to arrange the time for the introductory session).

2. Following receipt of payment I will contact you by phone or email, usually within 1 working day, to arrange a mutually convenient time for the introductory session. Sessions can start at any time between 9.30am and 6.30pm (UK time) on a weekday - within that range we will agree a time that is convenient for you (for example, if you work during the day I will offer an early evening slot). I can usually arrange a session within a few days.

Money Back Guarantee

Sometimes people know that they want to achieve changes and are willing to invest in coaching sessions so long as they know that they will be successful, but they are apprehensive about taking the step of purchasing sessions because they are worried in case they do not work.

I am confident in the coaching techniques that I teach which are based on proven methods and which I have witnessed working successful on countless occasions. I offer a guarantee. After the first session or any other coaching session I provide, provided that you have kept the telephone appointment for the coaching session, I will give you a full refund on request for the session if you think it has not lived up to your expectations. You can claim the refund any time up to 14 days after the session and it will be provided immediately.

Cancelling or Rearranging a Session: Once a time for a coaching session has been agreed with you it can be rearranged by 48 hours notice, otherwise the full fee remains payable.

Your Introductory Life Coaching with CBT Session includes:

Exploration of issues of concern in a 1 Hour telephone coaching session, including constructive suggestions and proposals for action

Introduction to CBT and other coaching ideas or techniques or ideas as appropriate for your situation

After the session I will email you a written Project Plan detailing outcomes aimed for, any agreed actions and any assignments to complete before your next coaching session if you decide you want to proceed with further sessions.

Any Queries?

If you have any questions or would like to speak to me before purchasing, please call me on 0117 230 3119 (UK) or +44 117 230 3119 (International).
Otherwise, please make your purchase via the link below and I will then
contact you by email to arrange a time for your coaching session.

Purchase an Introductory Coaching Session Now!

To Purchase an Introductory 1 hour Life Coaching with CBT
Telephone Coaching Session for just £55,
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David Bonham-Carter

Life Coaching

Bristol, London, UK & International

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