
Trauma-informed group coaching involves more than simply understanding trauma—it requires embodying a coaching mindset that fosters safety, trust, and empowerment within a group setting. A trauma-informed coach approaches the group with empathy, humility, and a non-judgmental stance, ensuring that each participant feels valued and respected. By creating an environment where group members feel safe to share and explore, the coach enables deeper connections, mutual support, and personal growth. This approach encourages participants to engage in self-discovery and healing while respecting their autonomy and boundaries. Trauma-informed group coaching thrives when the coach embodies presence, remaining attuned to the group’s energy and dynamics while navigating moments of vulnerability or discomfort with care and confidence.
Maintaining presence in trauma-informed group coaching requires the coach to remain grounded and fully present with the group. This presence builds trust and provides a sense of stability, even as challenging emotions or narratives arise. Simultaneously, the coach seeks to evoke awareness by asking powerful, reflective questions and encouraging exploration of the group’s shared and individual experiences. These practices facilitate transformative moments, where participants uncover insights, reframe limiting beliefs, and develop resilience. Ultimately, a trauma-informed group coach integrates mindfulness, active listening, and compassionate inquiry to generate healing and growth while ensuring the group feels seen, heard, and supported throughout their journey.
Learning Outcomes:
- What is trauma-informed group coaching?
- How to maintain presence and mindset as a coach in group environments.
- Evoking awareness and growth in groups.
CCEUs – TBD
Speaker Bio:
Brad Hardie, MCC, MPNLP, CTP
Brad has earned recognition as an ICF Master Certified Coach and Mentor Coach and works in a supervisory position within his practice. Brad is also a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), enabling him to employ powerful techniques for personal transformation.
As a Certified Trauma Counsellor and Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), Brad possesses specialized knowledge and skills in addressing psychological trauma. He is also equipped with a Trauma-Informed Coaching Certification, allowing him to offer trauma-informed support to his clients. Additionally, Brad is a Certified CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy) Practitioner, utilizing evidence-based approaches to promote mental well-being.
Brad is a co-founder of Moving the Human Spirit, an organization aimed at promoting personal growth and self-improvement. His innate ability to establish deep connections with others in minutes sets him apart as a leading mentor and life coach.

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