Transpersonal coaching as the fourth wave psychological intervention for people and the planet
Transpersonal Psychology Review 2020 DOI: 10.53841/bpstran.2020.22.2.7 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Key points | Argues that transpersonal coaching should be regarded as a "fourth wave" psychological intervention capable of leveraging positive change in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and climate crisis, and calls on readers to apply the approach in everyday life. |
Abstract
This paper invites readers to reflect on and review the current developments and interventions in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and climate crisis, drawing from the established theory of planned behaviour, ecopsychology research, coaching and transpersonal psychology, and discusses the future action and practice in the realms of mindfulness and psychological intervention. We propose transpersonal coaching as the fourth wave psychological intervention to leverage positive change. We conclude with a call for action to encourage the reader to consider how they can apply the approach in their everyday life.