The person-centred approach emphasizes the personal relationship between the client and the coach: coaching must be an active partnership. Coaches must build trust and understanding so that client will want to work with them. The role of the person-centred coach is grounded in an attitude, rather than theory or knowledge.

First and foremost, the coach creates a climate that allows the client to discover within himself or herself the capacity to grow. The coach must be willing to be real, to be present in the relationship with the client. We do not diagnose or label, nor do we give advice. Carl Rogers's view of the counselor's job is 'to give a client or person my full, caring attention without judging or evaluating them'. In fact, it is not easy to fully engage with a client, undistracted by personal agendas and roles.

This approach emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness in the coaching relationship. Its key components include:

Empathy: The coach strives to understand the client's perspective deeply, listening attentively to their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. By demonstrating empathy, the coach creates a safe and supportive environment where the client feels understood and accepted.

Unconditional Positive Regard: This refers to the coach's unwavering acceptance and respect for the client as a person, regardless of their thoughts, feelings, or behaviours. By offering unconditional positive regard, the coach fosters an atmosphere of trust and openness, encouraging the client to explore their thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism or rejection.

Genuineness: The coach is authentic and transparent in their interactions with the client, expressing their own thoughts, feelings, and reactions honestly. This genuineness helps to build rapport and authenticity in the coaching relationship, facilitating deeper levels of understanding and connection.

Client-Centred Focus: In this approach, the client is seen as the expert in their own life, with the coach serving as a facilitator who helps the client to explore their goals, values, and priorities. The coach avoids imposing their own agenda or solutions onto the client, instead, they collaborate with the client to identify and pursue meaningful goals and solutions that align with the client's unique needs and circumstances.

Non-Directive Approach: Unlike more prescriptive coaching approaches, the person-centred, Rogerian approach is non-directive, meaning that the coach refrains from giving advice or directing the client's actions. Instead, the coach encourages self-exploration and self-discovery, empowering the client to find their own answers and solutions through reflection and introspection.

Overall, the person-centred, Rogerian approach in coaching prioritizes the client's autonomy, self-awareness, and personal growth, fostering a collaborative and empowering coaching relationship grounded in empathy, acceptance, and authenticity.