June 24 North American Webinar
Co-Creating the Coaching Relationship: Cultivating Trust and Safety
Debra Kopelman, MCC
Trust is the foundation of every transformative coaching relationship.
In this interactive session, Debra Kopelman unpacks the ICF Core Competency—Cultivates Trust and Safety—exploring how coaches can create a space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and respected. Participants will have the opportunity to review and discuss a demo demonstrating this competency along with time for self-reflection on how they demonstrate this competency with their own clients.
Learn how to build genuine connections that foster openness, courage, and deep self-discovery — empowering clients to step into growth with confidence and authenticity.
You'll learn how to:
- Establish trust through empathy, respect, and consistency
- Create a psychologically safe space for honest reflection and dialogue
- Acknowledge client emotions while maintaining professionalism and compassion
- Support clients in expressing vulnerability without fear of judgment
- Build long-term relationships grounded in authenticity and mutual respect
CCEUs for this Program: 1.5 Core Competencies
Debra Kopelman’s coaching approach focuses on the whole person, creating space for authenticity, self-expression, and values-aligned leadership. She supports leaders in expanding presence, wisdom, and insight so they can lead effectively through change, ambiguity, and high-stress environments.
Her methodology integrates 360 feedback, personality assessments, business coaching, cognitive-behavioral techniques, somatic insights, and practical fieldwork to support sustainable leadership growth. Clients value Debra’s ability to help leaders motivate, influence, inspire, and lead with confidence, authenticity, and credibility.