Models of Coaching and Assessments

Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of research-based assessments that are helpful in coaching families. To further illustrate the importance of assessments, readers will be encouraged to complete their own strengths-based assessments and familial assessments to help them better understand themselves as a coach and to provide practice on the use of assessments. Assessments reviewed in this chapter include Strengths Finder, Styles of Conflict Management, Styles of Decision Making, Communication, Interpersonal Strengths Model, Learning Style Inventory, Assessing Parenting, Keys to Interactive Parenting Scale, Relationship Satisfaction Survey, and more.