Frequently asked questions (Individuals)

We provide individual and group coaching courses.

Individual coaching sessions are offered:

Individual coaching is offered as a one off session or you can book 3 or 6 coaching sessions to focus on your personal and professional development. 

The 10 week group coaching course is designed to support Black student social workers and Black newly qualified Black social workers with their personal and professional development. The course will address the unique barriers and challenges experiences by Black social workers and we will support you with the experience of  prejudice, discrimination, oppression and racism.

This course will support you where you will be supported to clarify your intention, purpose and vision and align your core values and beliefs with your personal and professional goals. 

During the course we will explore the impact of your thoughts, feelings and behaviour on achieving your goals and help you to explore resolutions to challenges and develop practical solutions to implement meaningful change while being accountable for your own actions. 

The course will support you to reflect on factors that have been holding you back from achieving your true potential while thinking about how to create balance in your life. 

This course is delivered weekly through individual and group coaching modules to integrate and apply your learning in a confidential space. 

The course is interactive course and it will take place online using a virtual platform. The sessions will not be recorded to support you to share and maintain privacy. 

Email contact between the modules, with course dates and additional worksheets.

The Workbook, Journal and online community ‘The Self Aware Leader’ to support you through your journey. In the community you can access resources and support through your journey and share your challenges and your successes. 

The self assessment undertaken during the initial session we will support you to identify your goals. 

The group session will have 6 to 8 participants.

Participants will be invited to sign up in advance, start and finish at the same time on the same days. 

• Culturally relevant coaching: Our program is specifically designed with the cultural context of Black women in mind. We understand the unique challenges you face and provide coaching that resonates with your experiences.
• Experienced coach: Our coach brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to help you succeed.
• Holistic Approach: We take a holistic approach to coaching, addressing both personal and professional aspects of your life. We believe in nurturing the whole person to achieve lasting success.

• Personalised coaching: Our group sessions are tailored to address the specific needs and aspirations of Black social workers. Whether you're looking to advance your career, improve your well-being, or achieve personal growth, our programme leader will guide you every step of the way.
• Supportive community: Join a community of like-minded Black women who share your experiences and understand your journey. Our group coaching fosters a sense of belonging and mutual support.
• Practical tools and strategies: Gain access to practical tools, strategies, and resources that are designed to help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. From goal-setting techniques to stress management strategies, we've got you covered.
• Inspiring guest speakers: Learn from inspiring guest speakers who are leaders in their fields. They will share their insights, experiences, and tips for success.

The course is delivered over 10 weeks and the dates for the course will be provided to each cohort.

The content is delivered live through weekly sessions. The sessions aim to create an intimate and safe conversation space. 

The group will work together to share their individual and collective experiences to support each other to achieve their goals. 

The group agreement will be developed by the participants. During the first session we will co create the shared expectations for the course.

During the self assessment you will have the opportunity to identify your individual focus throughout the sessions. 

The participants will be supported with email communication between the modules. 

The participants will also be supported within the Facebook group, Private Whatsapp Group and the journal. 

The results from coaching will depend on your input. 

This course will support you to clarify your intention, purpose and vision to support you to identify goals in all areas of your life. 

The course will support you to create an action plan to achieve your goals.

The results from group coaching will depend on your motivation, commitment and dedication to change. 

We will work together to support you to take actions to achieve your goals.

Following this programme for an additional fee you can participate in monthly individual or group coaching sessions to support you to monitor, review and continue to achieve your goals. 

Master classes will be held to support you to continue to integrate and apply your learning. The sessions focus on specific areas: 

• Clarifying your intention, purpose and vision for your life
• The Self Aware Leader 
• Personal and professional development plan
• Action planning and goal setting
• Time management
• Cultural competence
• Prejudice, discrimination, oppression and racism
• The impact of intersectionality specifically focusing on race and gender
• The impact of discrimination, prejudice, oppression and racism 
• Managing barriers and challenges in the workplace and planning their career
• Empowering social workers to connect social work education to social work practice

You will need to be able to attend all course dates, as each module will build upon the previous modules. This course is an interactive course and it will take place online using a virtual platform. 

If you are unable to attend a module we can arrange a one to one session (90 minutes) to review the module at an additional fee. 

Let's work together to unlock your true potential and develop a clear action plan to achieve your goals through the 10 modules. 

To get the best out of the programme:

• Be open to the experience of learning.
• Be committed to creating a safe supportive and reflective space.
• Be personally accountable for preparing for the course modules and complete the pre and post self assessments.
• Participate in individual and group activities. 
• Write an action plan to support you to achieve your goals.
• Take notes.
• Arrive on time.
• Attend all the sessions.
• Respect each other and maintain confidentiality.

• We can work together to support you to clarify your intention, purpose and vision. I can help you to align your core values and beliefs and create an action plan to suport you to acheive your goals. 

• We will explore the impact of your thoughts, feelings and behaviour on achieving your goals and helps you to explore the limiting beliefs that have been holding you back from achieving your true potential. 

• During the sessions we will explore resolutions to challenges and develop practical solutions to implement meaningful change and create balance in your life.

• We can work together to implement practical solutions to address the feeling of overwhelm, procrastination or a lack of accomplishment impacting your productivity at work.

Depending on where you are on your journey you may want to start at the beginning of the workbook or choose a module that reflects what you would like to focus on and then choose your next module. 

This workbook has been created for all the modules to support you individually and collectively. The most important thing is that you begin your journey.

The programme will take place weekly virtually over 10 modules 8am to 9.30am. 

£1,725 per participant. Alternatively you can pay £395 per module if you would like to participate in a one off session. Each session is 90 minutes, the sessions are weekly over a 10 week period. 

An instalment payment programme is available, please ask for details. 

For more information, please email info@christinachanner.com or see the programme details on our website www.christinachanner.com.

Each module is 90 minutes, the sessions are weekly over a 10 week period.  

Initial consultation: We start with an initial consultation to understand your organisation's needs, goals, barriers and challenges. This helps us tailor our mentoring and coaching approach to best support your team.

Customised coaching plans: Based on the consultation, we develop customised mentoring or coaching plan that address the specific needs of Black social workers in your organisation. These plans are designed to be culturally competent and sensitive to the unique experiences of your team.

Workshops and Training: We offer workshops and training sessions focused on professional development, resilience, and navigating systemic challenges. These sessions create a supportive environment for learning and growth.

One-on-one coaching: We provide individual mentoring and coaching sessions to offer personalised support and guidance. These sessions help social workers address specific barriers and challenges, set goals and develop strategies for success.

Ongoing support: Our support doesn't end with the mentoring or coaching sessions. We offer ongoing support through follow-up meetings, resources and check-ins to ensure continuous development and address any emerging needs.

Feedback and Evaluation: We regularly seek feedback from both the social workers and the organisation to evaluate the effectiveness of our mentoring and coaching and make necessary adjustments. This ensures that our services remain relevant and impactful.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion within social work education and social work practice. Our training and development programs for Black student social workers and Black newly qualified Black social workers are designed to support their growth, career advancement and wellbeing. 

We actively seek to attract final year Black social work students and Black newly qualified social workers by offering comprehensive training programs that demonstrate our commitment to their professional development. These initiatives highlight our dedication to creating an inclusive environment where their unique perspectives and skills are valued.

Retention goes beyond simply keeping employees; it's about ensuring they feel supported and valued. Our training and development programs provide final year Black social work students and Black newly qualified social workers  with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive. This includes mentorship, coaching, management and leadership training and continuous learning opportunities and investing in their development and growth.

High attrition rates can be challenging and costly. Our focus on tailored training and development helps reduce turnover by addressing the specific needs, barriers and challenges faced by final year Black social work students and Black newly qualified social workers. We cultivate a diverse  and inclusive work culture where everyone feels heard and respected, leading to higher job satisfaction and lower attrition rates.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront. Our training and development programs are a key part of our broader commitment to equity. By supporting Black student social workers and Black newly qualified Black social workers, we not only enhance their career prospects but also strengthen the social work profession as a whole.

Join us in our mission to empower final year Black social work students and Black newly qualified and build a more inclusive future.