Poetry for Coaching

Poetry For Coaching is a powerful collection of original poems and the personal stories behind them, from 41 professional coaches. Designed for coaches, therapists, and anyone on a personal journey of transformation, this anthology reveals how poetry can unlock healing, empowerment, and change.

Discover how the synergy between words and lived experiences can offer fresh perspectives on life’s challenges, from grief and growth to moments of enlightenment.

Whether you’re seeking personal insight or tools to support others, these pages invite you to explore the emotional depths that inspire real transformation.

Step into the world of Poetry For Coaching and experience the power of poetry to transform, heal, and inspire.

“We can all feel stuck at times, limited by difficult experiences. It’s not always clear where to find support. Here, as we read the words of others, we can find comfort, insight, and even challenge. Here, in other’s poems and stories, we can find ourselves, and then move beyond our current understanding to new perspectives and new possibilities.” - Ross Nichols, Editor

Ross Nichols is the Editor of Poetry for Coaching and the driving force behind The Creative Coaching Collective. With 26 years of service in the British Army, Ross brings a wealth of life experience to his work as a coach, mentor, and leader. His inspiration for this anthology came from witnessing the profound impact of poems and stories shared by fellow coaches on social media. He saw the potential to curate these insights as a powerful resource for the coaching profession.
Ross specialises in coaching and mentoring business owners, directors, and professionals, focusing on leadership, career growth, wellness, and navigating cancer. He also supports fellow coaches in attaining professional credentials through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), where he contributes to shaping the Body of Knowledge for the profession.
His coaching style is deeply transpersonal, working with values, energy, and spirit, and he’s particularly passionate about exploring the shadow side—believing that true learning and healing are often found there. Ross is also a leader within the Salisbury Coaching Circle and the Cancer Coaching Community, offering compassionate guidance to those navigating difficult journeys.