Establishing trust and safety

Establishing trust and safety is the building of a protected relational space in which the client can open up. It is one of the ICF competencies. This space is built over time on consistency, confidentiality, respect, and non-judgment; a client can be truly vulnerable only when they feel safe. Safety is not a luxury but the precondition of deep work. The coach feeds this safe ground anew in every session, as much by their attitude as by their words.