The concepts of race and culture are frequently used interchangeably, which falsely represents large groups of people. On an individual basis, it can distort service delivery, and result in the perpetuation of bias. Being able to distinguish between race and culture offers a first step in the provision of trauma-informed and sensitive coaching. Approximately ten percent of Americans report being in recovery and require assistance maintaining sobriety. Approximately 23.5 million Americans are addicted to drugs or alcohol and these numbers continue to rise. Unfortunately, there are many gaps in service delivery, and frequently a medical model or westernized medicine doesn't adequately address all the needs. Coaching may serve an important role to help close the gap. Even though it is clearly recognized that coaches are not therapists and do not provide therapy services; coaches can clearly provide an important service that allows some individuals or their families to become educated on issues of race and culture and their influence on trauma and addiction. Having an increased awareness will allow coaches to contribute and provide trauma-informed and sensitive services.
Purpose:
To raise visibility and competency in providing trauma-informed coaching, and recognize the effects of race and culture related to issues of addiction.
Goals:
1. To apply principles of advocacy in sobriety coaching
2. To examine an inclusive model for addressing trauma in coaching
3. To improve coaching and educational skills in addressing trauma and issues of addiction
4. To learn how to develop trauma-informed and sensitive coaching
Objectives:
1. To learn how to address racial and intergenerational trauma in coaching
2. To view the impact of race and culture in addiction
3. To provide a model for wellness coaching