HCA Talks Health
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HCA Talks Health
Trauma-Informed Coaching | Joanna Harper on Client Support & Safe Practice | HCA Talks Health
What does it really mean to be a trauma-informed coach — and how can it transform your client work?
In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host Zena le Roux is joined by Joanna Harper, British Integrative Master Coach, trainer, and author of The Trauma-Informed Coach. Joanna shares how coaches can create safer spaces, recognise when trauma may be blocking progress, and stay within scope while supporting clients effectively.
🎧 Tune in to discover:
The 10 core competencies of trauma-informed coaching
How to respond when a client discloses trauma
Why regulating your own state as a coach is essential
The difference between trauma-informed and trauma-skilled coaching
When and how to safely refer clients to other professionals
Whether you’re a qualified Health Coach or just starting your journey, this episode will empower you with strategies to support clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome & Joanna’s journey into trauma-informed coaching
02:00 – Early client experiences & the ACE Study
05:00 – Why clients get “stuck” and how trauma plays a role
07:00 – The 10 core competencies of trauma-informed coaching
10:00 – Boundaries, scope of practice & safe disclosure
13:00 – Psychoeducation & client empowerment
18:00 – Safeguarding, referral & professional networks
21:00 – Strengths-based coaching in trauma contexts
23:00 – Continuous training & professional development
27:00 – Regulating your state as a coach
30:00 – Risks of re-traumatisation & what to avoid
33:00 – Defining trauma & recognising generational trauma
37:00 – Growth, resilience & flourishing despite adversity
40:00 – Somatic coaching, integrative approaches & case studies
47:00 – Knowing when to stop coaching and refer
49:00 – Joanna’s training programmes & upcoming book
52:00 – Final thoughts & closing
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