The Psychology of Change in the Workplace in Amsterdam is a specialized training course designed to help leaders understand human behavior during organizational transformation.
From:
08-12-2025
From:
09-02-2026
From:
20-04-2026
From:
15-06-2026
Course Overview
Change is inevitable, but its success depends on how people respond. The psychological aspects of change—fear, resistance, uncertainty, and motivation—often determine whether initiatives succeed or fail.
This Psychology of Change in the Workplace Training Course explores the behavioral, emotional, and cognitive factors influencing employee reactions to change. Participants will learn strategies to manage resistance, support wellbeing, and build a culture of trust and adaptability.
Through case studies, role-playing, and applied exercises, participants will gain practical skills to engage employees, reduce fear, and increase commitment to organizational transformation.
By the end of the course, attendees will be equipped to lead with empathy, manage the human side of change, and foster environments where employees thrive through transitions.
Course Benefits
Understand the psychological dynamics of workplace change.
Reduce resistance and increase employee buy-in.
Strengthen leadership empathy and communication.
Support employee wellbeing during transitions.
Build resilience and adaptability across teams.
Course Objectives
Define the psychology of change and its workplace impact.
Recognize emotional and behavioral responses to change.
Apply psychological models of change (e.g., Kübler-Ross, Lewin).
Use communication and empathy to address resistance.
Support employee wellbeing through uncertainty.
Foster adaptability and resilience in teams.
Develop action plans for managing the human side of change.
Training Methodology
The course combines lectures, psychological frameworks, case studies, role-playing, and resilience-building exercises. Participants will apply models of human behavior to real change management challenges.
Target Audience
HR and organizational development professionals.
Change management leaders.
Managers and supervisors leading teams.
Executives overseeing organizational transformations.
Target Competencies
Psychological insight into change.
Empathy and emotional intelligence.
Resistance management.
Adaptive leadership.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Understanding the Human Side of Change
The role of psychology in change management.
Common emotional and behavioral responses.
The link between psychology and organizational outcomes.
Case studies of successful and failed change.
Unit 2: Psychological Models of Change
Lewin’s change management model.
Kübler-Ross change curve.
Bridges’ transition model.
Applying psychological frameworks in practice.
Unit 3: Managing Resistance and Building Trust
Causes of resistance in the workplace.
Strategies to reduce fear and uncertainty.
Communicating with empathy and transparency.
Building trust and psychological safety.
Unit 4: Supporting Wellbeing in Times of Change
Stress and mental health during transitions.
Building resilience and coping strategies.
Role of leadership in supporting wellbeing.
Practical tools for employee support.
Unit 5: Fostering Adaptability and Commitment
Creating adaptive mindsets and cultures.
Encouraging engagement and ownership of change.
Measuring adaptability and resilience.
Sustaining positive psychological responses long-term.
Ready to master the human side of transformation?
Join the Psychology of Change in the Workplace Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and lead change with empathy, trust, and adaptability.
The Psychology of Change in the Workplace Training Courses in Amsterdam provide professionals with a deep understanding of the psychological and emotional dynamics that affect employees during periods of change. Designed for HR leaders, change managers, organizational development specialists, and senior executives, these programs focus on how to manage resistance, foster engagement, and ensure successful change implementation by addressing the psychological aspects of workplace transformation.
Participants will explore the core principles of organizational psychology during change, including how employees react to uncertainty, the impact of communication on change acceptance, and strategies for minimizing resistance. The courses emphasize the importance of empathy, emotional intelligence, and effective leadership in guiding teams through change. Through real-world case studies, interactive workshops, and discussions, attendees will gain practical insights into how to create a supportive environment, reduce anxiety, and build trust while navigating transitions.
These psychology of change programs in Amsterdam also cover the mental and emotional challenges faced by employees during change, such as fear, confusion, and disengagement. Participants will learn strategies for managing these emotions and using psychological techniques to motivate and inspire employees throughout the change process. The curriculum explores topics such as change readiness, building resilience, and the role of leadership in influencing organizational culture and mindset during transitions.
Attending these training courses in Amsterdam provides a unique opportunity to engage with experts and peers from various industries, exchanging ideas on how to manage the psychological aspects of change. Amsterdam’s innovative business environment creates an ideal backdrop for learning how to apply psychological principles to organizational change efforts. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to lead change initiatives with empathy, foster employee engagement, and ensure smoother transitions in the workplace by addressing the psychological factors that drive change.