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Community of Practice, Science & Spirituality | Why Coaches Need To Study Philosophy (At Least A Little Bit)

  • 26 Mar 2026
  • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Zoom

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Why Coaches Need To Study Philosophy (At Least A Little Bit)

The Community of Practice on Science & Spirituality is born from a shared curiosity — to explore how evidence-based science and lived spiritual wisdom can together deepen the art and practice of coaching. As coaches, we often stand at the intersection of the measurable and the meaningful — helping clients translate insight into action while also nurturing connection, purpose, and wholeness.

Through this community, we aim to:

  • Explore the science behind human potential, consciousness, and wellbeing.

  • Reflect on how spirituality — in its many forms — informs presence, intuition, and connection.

  • Integrate these dimensions into our coaching conversations with awareness and integrity.

  • Learn from each other’s experiences, research, and diverse worldviews.

This Community of Practice will be a blend of reflection, dialogue, and practice — weaving together neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, systems thinking, mindfulness, and contemplative traditions. The intention is not to arrive at answers, but to stay open to discovery — both intellectually and experientially.

Let’s co-create a space that honours both the rigour of science and the mystery of spirit — one that nurtures our growth as coaches and as human beings.

Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm (ET)
Event Type: Recorded Zoom session

Julian Humphreys, PhD, MCC, RP

Julian Humphreys is a Toronto-based Master Certified Coach who for the past 10 years has worked with senior leaders in North America, Europe, and the Middle East. With a strong foundation in Human Resources, Julian helps leaders develop their strategic thinking, deepen their emotional intelligence, and build the resilience required to lead high-performing, results-oriented teams in complex, fast-paced environments. He is an Associate Coach with MarchFifteen in Canada, KDVI in the UK, and INSEAD in France. For many years he has taught two ICF-accredited CCE courses – Psychology for Coaches and Philosophy for Coaches – to new and experienced coaches globally. He is the Founder and current Editor-in-Chief of Philosophy of Coaching: An International Journal, which has published and promoted research by many of the world’s leading coaching academics. His corporate clients include: Bayer, BMO Mellon, Carlton Cards, DHL, eBay, Expeditors, Ferrero, Merck, Microsoft, Ontario Public Service, Pfizer, PwC, Saudi Aramco, and many more. He received his PhD from the University of Toronto in 2010, his MCC from the ICF in 2024 and has been a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario since 2025.

Continuing Coach Education (CCE) units for this event: 
Core Competency: 0.75
Resource Development: 0.75

Questions about registration? Please contact Heather at: info@icftoronto.com.


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