Not every coaching client is ready to go deep.
As transformational coaches, one of the key sensitivities is knowing when a client is truly open to deep inner exploration, and when they’re still laying the groundwork or needing a different approach.
Join us for a 60-minute Masterclass led by Leon VanderPol, founder of the Center for Transformational Coaching and the creator of the Deep Transformational Coaching approach, as we explore Janet Hagberg’s Real Power model which outlines six stages of personal development.
The six stages illuminate how individuals perceive themselves, relate to others, and their source of personal power. And the model offers a powerful framework for determining a client’s (and perhaps your own) readiness for a deep dive into self-identity.
Understanding the 6 stages of personal power and what they reveal about a person’s inner development.
Ways to determine a person’s current stage using their language and coaching need.
How to discern that a client isn’t ready for transformational or deep coaching.
How to adapt your approach based on a person’s stage rather than push for depth they’re not ready for.
You want to better understand when a client is truly ready for deep, transformational work.
You’re navigating a coaching relationship that feels stuck or unable to go any deeper.
You’re curious about applying developmental frameworks to tailor your coaching more effectively.
You’re curious about human development and how people grow and change.
For over twenty years, Leon has devoted his life to personal development and inner transformation. Through his work, Leon helps people discover and embody who they truly are, beyond all beliefs and judgements about themselves.
At the core of his teaching lies the transformation of human consciousness—what happens when we consistently begin to experience ourselves beyond our ego-based state of consciousness, as our essential Self and soul.
Today Leon VanderPol is widely acknowledged as a pioneer in the field of transformational coaching. He created the Deep Coaching approach and has spent thousands of hours training and mentoring coaches, facilitators, healers, leaders and others from all over the world.
Jonathan Hermida is an ICF-Certified Coach (PCC), a certified Deep Transformational Coach, the founder of three companies, and now the Center's Managing Director.
He embodies the essence of evolved leadership, integrating over 17 years of deep inner work and self-inquiry into his approach.
His journey—from Deep Coaching student to seasoned practitioner to Managing Director—gives him a unique, deeply informed perspective on the transformative power of Deep Coaching.
With a rare blend of presence, wisdom, and vision, he is committed to guiding both the Center’s students and the organization toward greater growth and impact.
"You are an inspirational role model to me, Leon, of what is possible if you let yourself be guided by Spirit to make a living out of what you love; and also to bring this depth to the ICF curriculum within its guidelines of coaching. Much love and gratefulness!"
- Monica Larrabeiti
"Getting to connect with Leon VanderPol and to learn directly from his wisdom, taught me how to stay present, connect to myself and connect to my clients in a whole new way and level."
- Ashraf Helal
"I want to thank Leon for stepping into and embracing his own soul mission and for being such an amazing role model in this transformational work. By truly walking the talk you are giving us permission to do the same"
- Andrea Winzer
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