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Exploring the ICF Code of Ethics Updates

Coaching is built on trust, integrity, and connection—and our commitment to ethics is at the heart of it all. In this welcoming and practical session, we’ll walk through the latest updates to the ICF Code of Ethics, unpack what they mean in everyday coaching, and explore how they help us serve our clients with clarity and care. Whether you’re new to coaching or a seasoned pro, this is a chance to reflect, refresh, and deepen your ethical foundation in community with fellow coaches.

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The Brain, Behavior, and You: Unlock Your Coaching Superpower with Applied Behavioral Science

Join the Health and Wellness Coaching Community of Practice during International Coaching Week, ICW, on Monday, May 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (New York) for a 90-minute webinar, “The Brain, Behavior, and You: Unlock Your Coaching Superpower with Applied Behavioral Science,” featuring Casey Hughes, a leading expert in behavioral science and health coaching. Explore the neuroscience behind behavior change, uncover what truly drives motivation and habits, and gain practical tools to create personalized, lasting client transformations.

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What You Need to Know About the 2025 ICF Code of Ethics

An updated ICF Code of Ethics went into effect on April 1. If you’re new around here, the ICF Code of Ethics goes under review every three years. These reviews…

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Coaching Ethics Case Study Standard 3.7

Explore a case study on ethical boundaries in coaching when a client may require therapy. Learn how to navigate multiple roles while upholding ICF ethical standards.

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Coaching Ethics Case Study Standard 5.2

Explore a case study on ethical marketing in coaching. Follow Wyatt’s journey as he navigates the fine line between persuasive marketing and ethical integrity, learning the importance of truthful communication in client relationships.

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Coaching Ethics Case Study Standard 4.3

Explore a case study on recognizing when a coaching relationship is no longer effective. Learn best practices for assessing client needs, maintaining ethical integrity, and making informed decisions about continuing or ending coaching engagements.

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Coaching Ethics Case Study Standard 4.1

Explore a case study on managing power dynamics in coaching. Learn how to navigate perceptions of authority, maintain professionalism, and uphold ethical coaching standards when clients place coaches on a pedestal.

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Coaching Ethics Case Study Standard 3.5

Explore a case study on setting aside biases in coaching. Follow Cheng’s ethical dilemma in respecting a client’s pronouns and learn how to uphold trust, ethical integrity, and inclusive communication in coaching relationships.

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Coaching Ethics Case Study Standard 3.3

Explore a case study on managing conflicts of interest in coaching. Learn how to balance professional obligations and personal commitments while maintaining ethical integrity in client relationships.

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Coaching Ethics Case Study Standard 3.1

Explore a case study on managing dual roles in coaching. Learn how an internal life coach navigates ethical complexities when asked to take on an HR leadership role while maintaining professional boundaries.

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