# Trauma Informed Coaching

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Podcast: [The Coaching Crowd® Podcast with Jo Wheatley & Zoe Hawkins](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-coaching-crowd-podcast-with-jo-wheatley-zoe-hawkins-4482084)
Published: 2026-03-30T08:20:00+00:00
Episode link: https://coachingcrowd2021.libsyn.com/trauma-informed-coaching
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What if the way someone shows up today is shaped by something they don't even fully understand yet? In this episode, we explored a topic that is gaining real traction in the coaching space and beyond: trauma-informed coaching. We sat down to unpack what this actually means in practice, not from a theoretical standpoint, but from the lived reality of working with people. Because the truth is, whether you are a coach, leader, or simply someone supporting others, you are already in the presence of trauma more often than you realise. We reflected on how trauma is not defined by the event itself, but by the impact it leaves behind. Two people can experience the same situation and carry entirely different imprints from it. That insight alone shifts how we approach conversations, relationships, and growth. Throughout the conversation, we explored how trauma can show up in coaching. Sometimes it is obvious through emotional responses, avoidance, or disconnection. Other times it is subtle, sitting beneath behaviours like self-criticism or hesitation. What stood out most for us is that coaching often surfaces self-awareness, and with that, past experiences can naturally come into view. We shared our own reflections on moments where unexpected responses emerged, reminding us that trauma is not always something we consciously recognise. It can live in the body, revealing itself in ways that catch us off guard. A key theme in this episode is responsibility. As coaches, we are not there to process trauma. Our role is to create a space of safety, choice, and autonomy. That means recognising when a client is present and reflective, versus when they may be re-experiencing something overwhelming. In those moments, our focus shifts to regulation, grounding, and support. We also challenge…

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