Practicing Social Therapeutic Coaching
In this live, online course, the tools and method of this innovative approach to development are presented and explored through reading, experiential activities, discussion and practice.
Build your methodological foundation with the four pillars and nine competencies of Social Therapeutic Coaching (STC).
Stretch out of your comfort zone with engaged dialogue, playful activities and relatable lessons to apply immediately in your work with groups/teams, families, couples, communities and individuals.
Practice your learning by participating in a Life Development Group and coaching simulations.
Receive 9 CCEs from ICF.
"I felt a lightness after training with Carrie. I learned that I could let go of my need to get couples to a certain point. She introduced tools for connecting in a different way that’s more organic and can help my clients grow."
— Susan Holt, Former Chair, Family Life Coaching Association
Belonging: A group-based understanding of human development.
Shifting the Practitioner Lens: Move from a 'Me' to a 'We' perspective by abandoning inherited concepts and outdated modes of thinking.
The Power of Improv/Theater Performance: Explore this metaphor for life and its applications.
Seeing the 'We' in Emotions and Language: Understand the collective aspects of emotions and communication.
Each class will weave sections of Social Therapeutic Coaching together to dive deeply into a theme
"This is what I have been looking for! Both training in and experiencing Life Development Groups is changing my practice in a profoundly hopeful and humanistic way."
— Silvia Llacera, PCC, Executive and Team Coach
Takeaways
As a group-based method, social therapeutics is flexible. In these takeaways, consider the term ‘group’ to be inclusive of the team, ‘the relationship’ (couples work), the family, the community and 1:1 (coach+client group of 2).
Understand the Four Pillars: Dive into the foundational elements of social therapeutics.
Develop Group Insight: Enhance your ability to perceive and relate to the group/team as a unified entity.
Practical Applications of Relationality: Gain clarity on how relationality boosts coach-client presence and trust.
Enhance Session Awareness: Sharpen your skills in observing and creating with emerging dynamics during sessions.
Empower Clients: Learn tools to help clients take emotional risks and engage in difficult conversations within the group.
Reflect and Facilitate Growth: Discover methods to mirror back the group's progress and activities, fostering collective growth.
Embrace Uncertainty: Challenge yourself to let go of the need for certainty and leverage your discoveries to guide clients in doing the same.
"Excited to share that I've embarked on the journey of Social Therapeutic Group Coaching under the guidance of Carrie Sackett, MS, PCC. The inaugural session tonight left me in awe! It was truly mind-opening and perspective-shifting. This experience is bound to revolutionize my one-on-one coaching approach and pave the way for new group coaching horizons. Being part of this class is both an honor and a thrilling opportunity."
— Steve Weiss, ACC, Transformational Leadership Coach
Weeknights
Dates: Wednesdays, March 25 - April 29, 2026
Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm ET/ 4:00pm-6:30pm PT
Fee: $595
Weekend Intensive
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, January 24 + 25; June 27 + 28, 2026
Time: 11:00pm-5:00pm ET/ 8:00am-2:00pm PT/ GMT 16,00-22,00 (London time)
Fee: $595. Early Bird $490 through November 25.
Contact us for international scaled rates and need scholarships.
Practicing Social Therapeutic Coaching + 6-week Life Development Group for Practitioners
Go further and invest your course learnings in hands-on practice. Experience both being a member of and leading a Life Development Group (LDG).
Six week agenda:
Weeks 1+2. An experienced social therapeutic coach will lead the group.
Weeks 3-6. There will be a rotation among group members to lead/co-lead one group session. On the week you are leading, you will meet with the social therapeutic coach before and after the 90-minutes.
Sessions run 90 minutes total:
75-minute group session + 15-minute group debrief on the experience.
You will be a client in five of the six sessions.
Experiential Takeaways
Experience the Six Tenets of Group Leadership: Observe and engage with the core principles of effective group leadership.
Dual Communication: Immerse yourself in speaking to both the group and individual members simultaneously.
Foster Emotional Growth: Participate in creating an environment that promotes emotional growth, connection, and belonging.
Group-Building Activities: Practice activities that focus on building the group dynamic.
Real-Life Application: Bring a life or work issue to explore with the group, engaging in activities other than advice-giving or problem-solving.
Moment-to-Moment Sharing: Observe and experience the power of sharing your immediate experiences in relation to others, enhancing your emotional and relational skills.
Life Development Group Client Video Testimonials
Next Life Development Group for Practitioners:
Wednesdays, January 28 - March 4, 2026
Limited to 8 people. Prerequisite: Practicing Social Therapeutic Coaching.
Life Development Group for Practitioners only
Fee: $595. Early Bird $490 through November 25.
Combo Training
Fee: $940. Early Bird $865 through November 25.
Contact us for international scaled rates and need scholarships.
