Octavian Istrate
CNVC Certified Trainer since 2019
Solution Focus Coaching
Change Strategy
I help people build extraordinary relationships through practical, compassionate communication.
7 +
Years of experience
10+
National
HUNDREDS of
People Trained
About Octavian
Octavian discovered Nonviolent Communication in 2010, and from 2017 he began integrating it ever more deeply into his work with people, groups and organisations.
In 2019 he became a certified trainer of the Center for Nonviolent Communication, after an international certification process. His work combines Nonviolent Communication, solution-focused coaching and the facilitation of group processes.
„Hi, I'm Octavian, a conscious explorer.”
OCTAVIAN ISTRATE
His intention
Octavian wants to pass on the principles of Nonviolent Communication in a way that is practical, clear and applicable in everyday life.
He works with individuals, groups and organisations in contexts such as:
- personal and team coaching;
- mediation between people in conflict;
- integrating Nonviolent Communication into organisations;
- facilitating relationships based on clarity, empathy and collaboration.
OCTAVIAN IN CONVERSATION
In this interview, Octavian talks about Nonviolent Communication as a life practice, about authenticity, relationships and the courage to stay in dialogue even when differences arise.
OFFICIAL INFORMATION
CNVC Certified Trainer
Since 2019
Languages spoken
English
Country of activity
Romania
Country of origin
Romania
CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
CNVC Certified Trainer
Certified by the Center for Nonviolent Communication since 2008.
International facilitator
Has worked in over 30 countries, collaborating with organisations and people from diverse cultures.
Team Coach
Partner of Solution Surfers and the Entrepreneurship Academy.
Leadership Consultant
Extensive experience in consultancy, organisational development and training programmes.
A VAST AND DIVERSE EXPERIENCE
- Facilitator, coach and trainer for over 25 years
- Over 12 years of consultancy experience in the business world
- Specialised in leadership, communication and collaboration
- Solution Surfers Coach
- Guest speaker at international conferences and events
HOW OCTAVIAN WORKS
- Practical, experiential and highly interactive
- Compassionate, authentic and solution-focused
- Creates a safe space for real conversations
- Helps people connect with what really matters
- Focuses on lasting change that can be applied in everyday life
Projects and activities
Practice groups
Octavian facilitates introductory sessions, courses and practice groups in Iași and online.
Extraordinary Relationships
He collaborates on the Bucharest programme alongside Ian Peatey and Silvia Pavalache.
Erasmus projects
He contributed to a project in which trainers from Romania ran courses in several towns.
NVC resources
He took part in translating the Nonviolent Communication Dance Floors together with Monica Reu.
Nonviolent Communication in organisations
Since 2019, Octavian has been running Nonviolent Communication trainings in organisations and teams.
He addresses themes such as authentic communication, collaboration, empathic leadership and conflict management, helping to create work environments where people feel heard, respected and motivated.
Related themes and group facilitation
Since 2021, he has also been addressing themes related to Nonviolent Communication, such as:
- healthy boundaries;
- chronic fatigue;
- burnout.
During this period, he also began facilitating group processes through which participants can find more clarity, both individually and as a team.
ACTIVITIES
Hobby, job, career or vocation?
In this episode you will find out the differences between a hobby, a job, a career and a vocation.
Hobby, job, career or vocation?
In this episode you will find out the differences between a hobby, a job, a career and a vocation.
Hobby, job, career or vocation?
In this episode you will find out the differences between a hobby, a job, a career and a vocation.
NEXT STEP..
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