Carl Rogers
Personal Coaching
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”
Clinical Overview & Scientific Approach
Personal cognitive coaching is a reflective, client-centered approach focused on developing an individual's thinking, self-awareness, and problem-solving abilities. The core process aims to facilitate metacognition — thinking about one’s own thinking — by guiding individuals to recognise and reframe limiting beliefs and unproductive thought patterns.
Originating in educational and psychological contexts, cognitive coaching uses tools like open-ended questioning, active listening, and reflective dialogue to help clients develop independent clarity and purposeful action.
The Coaching Framework & Benefits
A typical cognitive coaching process includes three main stages: pre-conference (goal clarification), observation (analysing cognitive and emotional responses), and post-conference (reflection and reframing). By guiding clients through these incremental steps, coaches empower them to develop more independent, self-directed ways of thinking and acting.
Benefits of this approach include enhanced problem-solving, better decision-making, increased self-awareness, reduced stress, and higher autonomy in pursuing personal and career ambitions.
Consultants Delivering This Service
Our accredited psychologists and psychotherapists experienced in this clinical area.
Wajih Sheikh
Consultant Psychotherapist
Senior psychotherapist with extensive clinical experience in CBT, imagery rescripting, and trauma recovery.
Jarah Koomson
Consultant Psychotherapist
Consultant psychotherapist focusing on anxiety disorders, depression, and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
Nigel Wilson
Consultant Psychotherapist & Executive Coach
Specialist in adult cognitive behavioural therapy, work-related stress, executive coaching, and leadership resilience.
Dr Sarah Christie
Consultant Psychologist
Consultant clinical psychologist focusing on psychological assessment, CBT, and health psychology.
Sam Tomlinson
Consultant Psychotherapist
Senior psychotherapist with special interest in executive coaching, resilience, and performance optimization.
Bradley Clarke
Consultant Psychotherapist
Consultant psychotherapist focusing on cognitive restructuring, stress management, and emotional resilience.
Session Attendance Policy for Minors
We work with adults from 18 years of age, and with young people aged from 10 to 17. For children aged 10 to 15 years, a second responsible adult must be in attendance during sessions.
Begin Consultation with Clear Thinking Clinic
Contact our confidential reception to discuss availability, fees, or to arrange an initial session for personal coaching.