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30 years Academy for Coaching and Counselling
This year, the Academie voor Coaching and Counselling (ACC) celebrates its 30th anniversary. A meaningful moment to reflect on the development of the ACC and the profession of coaching and counselling.
Why understanding mental health matters for coaches and counsellors
Beneath a coaching question, there may be psychological difficulties, vulnerabilities, or deeply rooted patterns.
Self-confidence and wellbeing: foundations for growth in coaching
Discover how self-confidence and wellbeing form the foundation for sustainable growth in coaching – and how you can make a lasting difference as a coach.
Homework in coaching: Why it is the key to sustainable change
Homework in coaching helps turn insight into practice, supporting growth, ownership, and lasting change between sessions.
Addiction and mental health conditions: Why they so often co-occur
Addiction rarely exists in isolation. Learn about dual diagnosis, research findings and coaching in addiction recovery.
Not Every Complaint Belongs in the GGZ: The Role of Coaching
Not every mental health complaint requires specialist care. Coaching provides accessible, personal support that prevents escalation and complements the GGZ.
Discover the power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Discover what ACT therapy is, who it is suitable for, and how to use the ACT method effectively in coaching. Learn more about practical ACT exercises and their impact.
Coaching in companies: the power of personal growth in the workplace
Discover how coaching in organisations boosts growth and performance – fostering resilience, stronger leadership and ownership among employees, teams and organisations.
Day of the Coach 2025 – Visions on Leadership
Thursday the 13th of November is the Day of the Coach – an inspiring event that this year focuses on Visions on Leadership. What does leadership mean in a world that is constantly changing?
Can you recognise disqualifications in your coaching conversations?
Disqualifications can sometimes unconsciously disrupt the coaching conversation. Learn to recognise and break through them for effective coaching.










