{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"REALIFE Conversations for Christian Coaches ","title":"EP 373 - Holding Space for Integrity: Ethics for Faith-Based Coaches ","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7c81c31c\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1847,"description":"In this episode, Erica and I talk about the role of the International Coach Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics, and why ethics should never feel like a restrictive set of rules. Instead, ethics are really about love, respect, and protecting the coaching relationship.We explore why clarity with clients matters—from written agreements to how faith might show up in sessions—and how being transparent builds trust.One of the most powerful parts of our conversation centers around the influence we carry as coaches. When clients bring deep emotions or spiritual questions into a session, it can be tempting to guide, correct, or even teach. But coaching isn’t about persuasion or authority—it’s about curiosity, partnership, and honoring the client’s own journey.Ultimately, faith and ethics aren’t in competition with one another. When done well, they actually strengthen each other.Integrity builds trust.And trust creates space for transformation.If you’re a coach who wants to grow in both your spiritual formation and professional practice, this conversation will encourage you to stay grounded, humble, and client-centered as you serve others.FREE RESOURCES:Link to ICF Code of Ethicshttps://coachingfederation.org/credentialing/coaching-ethics/icf-code-of-ethics/Listen to our sister podcast the REALIFE Practice Podcast on your Favorite Podcast AppTake the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkTeresa’s Book  Do What Matters, Live from Rest Not...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/aIH8jWVQRZ_UYplEfAp8BSvhGcyw-mWCK_-4FFG-WOE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jZjFi/ZjRlNDdlY2NlYTlh/NmNlZTM0ODRmNzUz/NDY4ZC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}