The Coaching Psychology Handbook: Integrating Psychological Theory, Practice and Research
Author(s): Jonathan Passmore (Editor), Andrea Giraldez-Hayes
- Publisher: Wiley
- Publication Date: June 23, 2026
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 928 pages
- ISBN-10: 1394292775
- ISBN-13: 9781394292776
Book Description
Presents a comprehensive guide to evidence-based coaching psychology for students and advanced practitioners
Coaching psychology has transformed into a thriving discipline that merges psychological theory with practical application, yet many existing resources no longer reflect the field’s rapid evolution. The Coaching Psychology Handbook addresses this gap by providing an authoritative, research-driven exploration of the key psychological principles that underpin effective coaching. Demonstrating how evidence-based psychological frameworks can be applied in coaching to create meaningful, lasting change, this practical resource equips readers with a deep understanding of human development, motivation, behavior change, cognition, self-reflection, and attachment.
With contributions from internationally recognized scholars and practitioners, the Handbook is both comprehensive and practical, offering a structured, integrative approach to coaching psychology. Each chapter connects theory directly to real-world practice, incorporating cutting-edge research and contemporary challenges, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and the impact of AI and other technologies. Blending diverse perspectives with rigorous analysis, the book invites readers to engage critically with the field’s most influential ideas while preparing them to contribute to its ongoing development.
A vital resource for those seeking to expand their understanding of coaching psychology and apply these insights to diverse professional contexts, The Coaching Psychology Handbook:
- Features over 40 chapters covering both foundational and advanced coaching psychology concepts
- Integrates core psychological theories with practical coaching frameworks
- Offers insights into motivation, behavior change, goal setting, and self-efficacy
- Connects positive psychology principles to real-world coaching practices
- Explores creative, arts-based, and systemic approaches to coaching
- Links theory to practice with applied case examples and evidence-based methodologies
The Coaching Psychology Handbook: Integrating Psychological Theory, Practice and Research is ideal for postgraduate students and advanced practitioners in coaching psychology, positive psychology, and organizational development. It is well-suited for courses such as Coaching Psychology, Evidence-Based Coaching, and Leadership Coaching, and is an essential resource for academic programs in psychology, business, and education.
Editorial Reviews
From the Back Cover
An evidence-based guide to coaching psychology from theory through practice
Coaching psychology has evolved rapidly, yet many existing resources fail to reflect the discipline’s current scope. The Coaching Psychology Handbook: Integrating Psychological Theory, Practice and Research provides an authoritative, research-driven exploration of the psychological principles that underpin effective coaching. Edited by Jonathan Passmore and Andrea Giraldez-Hayes, with contributions from internationally recognized scholars and practitioners, this volume demonstrates how evidence-based frameworks create meaningful, lasting change in coaching engagements.
Spanning over 40 chapters, The Coaching Psychology Handbook integrates core psychological theories with practical coaching frameworks. Topics include human development, motivation, behavior change, cognition, self-reflection, goal setting, self-efficacy, and attachment. The book also explores creative, arts-based, and systemic approaches to coaching. Each chapter connects theory directly to real-world practice through applied case examples while addressing contemporary challenges such as diversity, equity, and inclusion and the impact of AI and emerging technologies.
Designed for postgraduate students and advanced practitioners in coaching psychology, positive psychology, and organizational development, this handbook is well suited for courses in Coaching Psychology, Evidence-Based Coaching, and Leadership Coaching. It serves as a structured, integrative resource for academic programs in psychology, business, and education, equipping readers to engage critically with the field’s most influential ideas.
About the Author
JONATHAN PASSMORE is Professor of Coaching and Behavioral Change at Henley Business School. An internationally recognized leader in coaching psychology and background in leadership at PWC, IBM, CoachHub and EZRA. He has authored over 250 peer-reviewed papers and 45 books, including The Coaches’ Handbook and The Ethical Coaches’ Handbook. His work spans research, practice, and organizational development across the coaching field.
ANDREA GIRALDEZ-HAYES is Associate Professor and Course Director for the MSt in Coaching at the University of Cambridge. A chartered psychologist, psychotherapist, and educator, she has authored multiple books and research papers on coaching psychology and the psychological benefits of the arts. Throughout her career, Andrea has served as a guest lecturer and independent community arts consultant in multiple countries.
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