Neuroscience-based Mentor Coaching
To earn or renew the ACC or PCC credential for the International Coaching Federation

The mindset we use for coaching matters.
This coaching program uses 3 mindset principles:
Neuroscience makes coaching powerful.
A “whole person” orientation makes coaching meaningful.
A “real world” frame of reference makes coaching successful.
APPLY FOR MENTOR COACHING
Program Overview
Successful completion of this program will help you earn or renew the ACC or PCC credential with the International Coaching Federation.
Who is This Program for?
Mentor coaching is required for initial credentialling of:
- ACC ACSTH
- ACC Portfolio
- PCC Level 1 / ACSTH
- PCC Portfolio
It's also required for ACC renewal:
- Coaches applying to renew their ACC are required to complete an additional 10 hours of Mentor Coaching above those hours required for their initial credential.
Program Structure
This mentor coaching program has 2 parts:
- Six (6) group sesssions (five 90-minute sessions + one BONUS session = 9 hrs training); and
- Three (3), 60-minute individual coaching sessions (= 3 hrs training).
Completing this program will more than meet the required 10 hours of mentor coaching for ICF's ACC or PCC credential.
Group coaching and individual coaching will occur concurrently.
Group coaching sessions are scheduled in advance. As per ICF guidelines, they are done over a 3-month period and are capped at 10 per group.
You will schedule the individual sessions directly with your mentor coach over the same period. For each session, you will submit a 20-30-minute recording to review with your mentor coach.
Reviewing additional recordings can be done at $275/recording.
Space is limited - click the button below for pricing & application information!

The Neuro Coaching Group Difference
Powerful Neuroscience, Meaningful Whole-Person Approach, Real-World Success.
This program stands out with its 3-pronged approach.
Designed by a PhD-trained neuroscientist, it first integrates brain-based principles that underly ICF's core competencies like evoking awareness and creating lasting change.
Second, our "whole person" orientation addresses the complete spectrum of an individual's life and goals.
Third, we strive to maintain a "real world" frame of reference so that coaching remains practical and applicable, driving tangible success in personal and professional arenas.
Program Benefits

This program is for you if you want to:
- Enrich your understanding of ICF core competencies with principles from neuroscience and psychology;
- Enrich your coaching with a human-centered approach that emphasizes interpersonal relationships and respects individual differences;
- Sharpen your skills in active listening and maintaining coaching presence;
- Receive in-depth, written & oral feedback on your coaching based on ICF's PCC markers; and
- Brainstorm real-life coaching issues like session management and "sticky wicket" coaching issues.
More About Group Sessions

SESSION 1
- Introductions & Neuro Coaching Approach
- Review group coaching format & process for individual coaching
- ICF Core Competency 1 - Understanding and consistent application of coaching ethics and standards
- ICF Core Competency 2 - Open, curious, flexible, and client-centered mindset

SESSION 2
- ICF Core Competency 3 - Establishing and maintaining agreements
- ICF Core Competency 4 - Cultivating trust and safety
- ICF Core Competency 5 - Maintaining presence

SESSION 3
- ICF Core Competency 6 - Listening actively
- ICF Core Competency 7 - Evoking awareness

SESSION 4
- ICF Core Competency 8 - Facilitates client growth

SESSION 5
- Real Life Coaching: Session Management
- Real Life Coaching: "Sticky Wicket" issues

SESSION 6
- BONUS session for session management and coaching practice
More About Individual Sessions

You will receive three (3) individual coaching sessions during the 3-month program. You will schedule these sessions directly with your mentor coach.
At each session: You will review a 20- to 30-minute recording of a coaching session. You will complete a self-assessment form and your mentor coach will provide written feedback based on the ICF PCC markers.
You may request more individual sessions and/or reviews of your coaching at $275/session or recording.
MEET THE CREATOR OF NEURO COACHING GROUP
I'm Pam Coburn-Litvak
I've spent nearly 3 decades studying the brain!
After getting a PhD in Neuroscience, I spent many years working as a professor and administrator in higher education. My research on the effects of stress on mental health was published in peer-reviewed journals like Neuroscience and Neurobiology of Learning & Memory.
I now work full-time as an executive coach and trainer, applying what I've learned to help leaders and organizations accelerate success, prevent mental health issues like stress & burnout, and promote psychological safety & well-being.
I hold the PCC credential through the International Coaching Federation and a specialty certification in leadership coaching through the Center for Executive Coaching.


"Pamela is a highly skilled speaker, certified executive coach and neuroscientist who used her combined talents to deliver one of the best group training sessions offered in the 30-year history of our leadership program."
- Erica Wood

"Superb program! Thoroughly researched and meticulously documented with exceptional presentation skills. First tier. Dr. Coburn-Litvak delivers."
- Susan Wranik

"I can say with 100% certainty that my coach/mentor, Pamela Coburn-Litvak, was one of the biggest contributors to my new-found success. She encouraged me to think differently and allowed me a safe space to process my ideas and concerns."
- Jason Bishop
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Pricing for Neuro Mentor Coaching
Program Price
$1775
Payment Plans using AfterPay are available
PREREQUISITES FOR APPLICATION
Before applying, please be sure you meet the following:
- You have completed or are close to completing 60 hrs of ICF-accredited training
- Your training is in one of the following areas: executive, leadership, business, career, performance, and/or academic coaching
If you don't meet these requirements but would still like to be considered, please contact: [email protected].
We do our best to accommodate all who want to participate in the Neuro Coaching Group. Please be advised that mentor coaching groups will be scheduled for a minimum of 4 individuals and (per ICF guidelines) are capped at a maximum of 10.
APPLY NOWCancellation Fee
We understand that a 3-month program is a significant time investment. To ensure that you meet ICF requirements, you should make every effort to attend all sessions as scheduled.
You can miss ONE session and still meet ICF requirements for mentor coaching.
We do not schedule makeup sessions. Although all sessions are recorded, watching a recorded session later does not count toward attendance requirements.
That said, life happens.
If you must cancel, you may:
- 7 or more business days prior to program start: request a full refund less a 20% processing fee.
- 6 or less business days prior to program start: request a 50% refund, unless you find someone else to fill your spot. In that case, you may request a full refund less a 20% processing fee.
- Depending on the time of year, we may have multiple groups running at the same time. You may request transferring to another group for a fee of $150. But this depends on the space available in other groups. Please contact [email protected] to inquire.
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