The Challenging Client

Not all clients are motivated, coachable, or the right client for you.
It can be not a good time for the client to move forward with certain goals and dreams. It simply can be not a good fit as well. In that case supporting the client to find a coach who could suit the client's needs better is good practice.

One way to avoid difficulties right from the start is to have clear policies and procedures which client and coach agree to abide by. These should also cover how much contact in-between coaching sessions is allowed, to manage the 'high needs and demanding clients'.

When something in the coaching session happens that doesn't feel right, it needs to be addressed immediately.