Coaching dyslexic clients: an action research study

Abstract

It is estimated that around 10% of the UK population experiences traits of dyslexia. The aim of this exploratory action research study was to examine the process of coaching dyslexic clients, in terms of both verbal communication skills and overall coaching approaches. A model for coaching dyslexic clients was developed and tested through cycles of coaching and interviews with seven dyslexic participants. It identifies key strategies, techniques, tools and approaches which could ultimately help support the coaching process and experience for generalist coaches and such clients.

Keywords

• dyslexia
• neurodiversity
• spoken communication skills
• self-esteem
• coaching approaches