Presentation describing cognitive behavioural approach to coaching. The talk at the Clinical Meetings in Human Sexuality, April 15, 2010, The Porterbrook Clinic, NHS Sheffield Health and Social Care, UK.
13. 4 Stage Model of Transition (ADAM) AFFIRMATION Identify sustainable gender role Identify supportive environment DISCLOSURE Develop coping strategies Assist with disclosure Develop/implement transition plan MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT Career coaching Sexuality, relationships Passing, social adaptation Ageing as transsexual Lifelong health, employment, relationship coaching Post-transition disclosure
14. Structure of the Course Week Participants Activity Details 1 Introduction, problem identification and course plan 2 Individual goals, keeping journal, goal implementation by planning actions. 3 Exploring alternatives, options and consequences (motivation imagery and restating the chosen goal) 4 Core beliefs and values exercise. Relevance for self esteem and self efficacy in relation to the chosen goal. 5 Listening skills and questioning (role playing with emphasis on positive experience - practice for real life situations). Revision of goal implementation by reflecting on progress with individual action plans. 6 Evaluation of individual progress: How to focus and what distracts you. Addressing the fear of not passing. 7 Conflict management. Evaluation and revision of goal setting scale. 8 Discussion on the individual progress of the participants and on future actions related to the chosen goal. 9 Course evaluation and social event.