Ontological coaching
Transform your coaching practice
Professional ontological coach development
Ontological coaching is an extraordinarily powerful methodology for effecting real change at the individual, team and organisational level.
It is highly effective because it is based on a new practical understanding of the power of language, moods and shifts in our physiology to create sustainable change. Our ontological coach training is not only highly relevant to coaches, it also provides powerful capabilities in the professional fields, organisational consulting, management and leadership.
Why choose ontological coaching?
Ontological Coaching helps you:
- Move beyond techniques into embodied mastery — developing presence as your primary coaching instrument.
- Coach at identity level by working with language, emotions and physiology as integrated domains.
- Detect and shift deep narrative patterns that shape how clients generate results.
- Expand your range to work confidently with senior leaders and complex organisational dynamics.
- Strengthen real-time emotional intelligence — using mood and state as leverage for transformation.
- Differentiate your practice with rigorous, internationally recognised ontological certification.
Our coaching pathways
CFT Asia’s coaching pathways allow you to choose the depth and direction that suit your goals—whether you’re seeking continuing education, foundational understanding, or full professional certification.
Ontological Coaching and Leadership in Action (OCLiA)
- Ideal for: Coaches and leaders expanding practical coaching skills
- Focus: Core competencies in ontological coaching with an emphasis on real-world leadership application
- Recognition: Provides 24 Continuing Coach Education Units (CCEUs) in ICF Core Competencies via the International Coach Federation
- Why it matters: A structured, competency-focused programme that strengthens your coaching toolkit and supports professional development requirements for existing coaches.
This course is a good fit if you want ongoing development and formal CCEUs without full certification.
Certified Ontological Coaching and Leadership Programme (COCLP)
- Ideal for: Aspiring professional ontological coaches and seasoned practitioners seeking deeper mastery
- Focus: A comprehensive, advanced training that covers coaching practice, ontological frameworks, and leadership embodiment
- Accreditation: ICF-accredited and designed to prepare you for professional coaching practice at the highest level
- Why it matters: This course leads you into a professional certification pathway, equipping you to coach with confidence, integrity, and international recognition.
This course is a good fit if you’re committed to becoming a certified ontological coach or to elevating your coaching practice significantly.
An Ontological Approach to Leadership – Workshop
- Ideal for: Leaders, managers, and emerging coaches curious about ontological foundations
- Focus: A practical introduction to ontological principles — the language, moods, and physiology of effective leadership
- Why it matters: Unlocks fresh self-awareness and communication insights that benefit leadership presence, team influence, and personal effectiveness.
This course is a good fit if you’re new to ontological work or want a leadership-focused entry point.
All scheduled courses & workshops

Free Webinar – Introduction to Ontological Coaching & Leadership: 21 April
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Ontological Coaching & Leadership in Action (OCLiA): 21, 23 & 25 July
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Certified Ontological Coaching & Leadership Programme (COCLP): For dates, please contact us
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We have been transforming leaders and driving businesses success across Asia with ontological-based coaching, facilitation and training programmes for more than 15 years. Dig into some of our success stories to understand how we can help you take your talent further.

Case study: Stepping into leadership – building resilience during times of change
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Case study: Coaching as a leadership skill
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