Cognitive Behavioral Health Coaching

for Anxiety Management​

NBWHC-Approved

About the course:

This 12-hour advanced training equips NBHWC-certified coaches to support clients experiencing generalized anxiety, panic, and stress-related conditions. Coaches will explore the psychological and physiological mechanisms of anxiety and learn CBT-informed coaching tools to help clients manage avoidance behaviors, reduce anxious thought patterns, and build emotional resilience through trauma-informed and ethical practices designed for coaches.

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Course Overview

Estimated Course Length:  12 hours

CE Credits:  12

Course Includes

Materials Provided:

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Instructional Format:

Pre-recorded Lectures/Webinars:

    • Video Content: Instructors record lectures, presentations, or demonstrations that
      learners can watch at their convenience. Including slides, visual aids, and sometimes
      demonstrations of coaching techniques. 
    • Narrated PowerPoints: Similar to video lectures, these are often PowerPoint
      presentations with synchronized audio narration by the instructor.
    • Recorded Webinars: Previously live webinars that have been recorded and made
      available for asynchronous viewing.

Reading Materials:

    • Course Manuals/E-books: Comprehensive written materials that delve into the
      course topics, theories, and practical applications.
    • Articles and Research Papers: Curated readings from academic journals, industry
      publications, or reputable sources to provide in-depth information and evidence-based
      perspectives.
    • Case Studies: Written scenarios that describe client situations, allowing learners to
      apply theoretical knowledge to practical coaching challenges.

Discussion Forums (Facilitated Asynchronously):

    • While not synchronous, discussion forums allow for interaction among learners and
      with the instructor (or a teaching assistant) over time.
    • Instructor Moderation: A qualified instructor or facilitator typically monitors and
      participates in the forums, answering questions, guiding discussions, and providing
      insights.
    • Peer-to-Peer Learning: Learners can post questions, share experiences, and respond
      to others’ comments, fostering a sense of community and collaborative learning.

Target Audience:

The target audience is National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches (NBC-HWCs) seeking to fulfill their 36-hour continuing education requirement, specifically through courses that foster more understanding on how they can support clients on cognitive behavioral skills for those experiencing generalized anxiety, panic, and stress-related conditions while remaining within their scope of practice.

Prerequisite:

NBHWC Certification

Instructional Method:

Asynchronous/Online

Accessibility Accommodations:

Closed captioning of all audio and video components. In order to request further accessibility accommodations, please email: CKing@toivoacoaching.com

Completion Requirements:

To successfully complete the program and demonstrate mastery in an asynchronous learning environment, participants will be evaluated on the following:

    1. Completion of all modules: All assigned course modules and associated learning activities must be fully completed.
    2. Demonstration of coaching skills utilizing CBT-informed strategies: Participants will actively apply and showcase coaching skills through practical exercises and assignments, grounded in CBT-informed approaches.
    3. Successful completion of the final quiz (requiring a score of 80% or higher): A comprehensive final assessment will measure understanding of core concepts and program content, requiring a minimum passing score of 80%.
    4. Proactive engagement and integration with instructor feedback: Participants are expected to actively incorporate feedback received from instructors into their ongoing development.
    5. Submission of a reflective essay (minimum 300 words) on personal coaching growth: A written essay reflecting on the participant’s journey and evolution as a coach throughout the program, demonstrating critical self-assessment and learning

Participation Costs:  $400

Course Creation Date:  7/21/25

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

    • Understand common anxiety disorders and contributing factors
    • Recognize patterns of avoidance, hypervigilance, and somatic symptoms
    • Apply CBT tools for calming, reframing, and gradual exposure
    • Coach clients experiencing worry, panic, or social anxiety
    • Integrate trauma-informed and culturally sensitive coaching approaches
    • Demonstrate skill competency through a supervised practicum
    • Identify scope limitations and appropriate referrals

Course Outline:

Instructional Modules

Module 1: Understanding Anxiety in Coaching (1.5 hrs)

    • Overview of generalized anxiety, panic, and phobias
    • Fight/flight/freeze response and stress cycles
    • Medication overview and basic treatment options

Module 2: Emotional and Somatic Signs of Anxiety (1.5 hrs)

    • Worry loops, catastrophizing, physical tension

    • Avoidance behaviors and impact on functioning

    • Creating a calming and validating coaching space

Module 3: CBT Coaching Tools for Anxiety (2 hrs)

    • Identifying cognitive distortions and anxious beliefs
    • Breathing, grounding, and exposure-based strategies
    • Goal-setting to support gradual confidence building

Module 4: Coaching Through Triggers and Setbacks (1 hr)

    • Handling avoidance, non-compliance, or panic moments
    • Building client capacity for emotional regulation

Module 5:  Cultural Humility and Anxiety in Context (1 hr)

    • Anxiety as shaped by lived experiences and identity
    • Coaching with empathy across diverse populations

Module 6: Case-Based Coaching Lab (1 hr)

    • Role-play and scenario-based peer coaching
    • Giving and receiving targeted feedback

Module 7: Supervised Practicum (4 hrs)

    • Real-time or recorded coaching sessions
    • Peer and instructor feedback
    • Self-evaluation and growth planning

CE Information:

Toivoa Coaching has been approved by the NBHWC to provide continuing education for National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches (CEP #XXXXX).

Course Number: XXXX

Experts:

Dr. Alex Kirk, Clinical Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Brenda Buffington, EdD, NBC-HWC

Christopher King, BA Psychology, NBC-HWC

Laura Randa, BS Education, M.P.A-Healthcare

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