While both therapists and life coaches aim to support individuals in improving their lives, they have different roles and approaches:

Focus and Goals:

Therapist: Therapists, including psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists, work with clients to address and resolve mental health issues, emotional difficulties, and past traumas. Their focus is often on healing and understanding psychological conditions and is typically more problem-oriented.

Life Coach: Life coaches focus on helping clients set and achieve personal and professional goals. They work with individuals to enhance their performance, improve skills, and create actionable plans for future success. Their focus is more on goal-setting and future growth.

Approach and Techniques:

Therapist: Therapists use clinical methods and techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or psychodynamic therapy, to address psychological issues. They often work with clients on past experiences and unresolved issues that may be affecting their present behavior.

Life Coach: Life coaches use techniques such as mindfulness, goal-setting, and strategic planning. They typically work with clients to identify their goals, overcome obstacles, and develop a positive mindset for achieving success. They are not trained to diagnose or treat mental health disorders.

Duration and Relationship:

Therapist: Therapy can be a longer-term process, often involving ongoing sessions to address deeper psychological issues. The therapeutic relationship is typically more formal, with a focus on client-therapist dynamics.

Life Coach: Coaching relationships are often more short-term and focused on specific goals or challenges. Sessions are usually more informal and collaborative, aiming to empower clients to take actionable steps toward their aspirations.

Credentials and Training:

Therapist: Therapists are usually licensed professionals with specific training in mental health and psychotherapy. They are qualified to diagnose and treat mental health conditions.

Life Coach: Life coaches may have various certifications and training in coaching techniques but are not licensed to provide mental health diagnoses or treatment. Their training is more focused on personal development and goal achievement.

In summary, therapists are trained to help with mental health issues and emotional healing, while life coaches are dedicated to helping individuals achieve their goals and improve their lives through practical strategies and mindset development.

During a session, we’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and aspirations. I’ll help you identify actionable steps to achieve your objectives and provide support and accountability along the way. Sessions are typically conversational and collaborative, focusing on creating practical strategies for your personal and professional growth.

The number of sessions required varies depending on your goals and individual needs. Some clients achieve their objectives in a few sessions, while others may benefit from ongoing support. We’ll work together to determine a plan that suits your needs and adjust as necessary.

Life coaching is future-focused, aiming to help you set and achieve specific goals, improve performance, and enhance personal development. Counseling, on the other hand, often addresses past experiences and emotional issues to resolve underlying problems. Coaches do not diagnose or treat mental health conditions, while counselors are trained to address psychological issues.

Life coaching is ideal if you’re looking for support in achieving specific goals, improving certain areas of your life, or developing a positive mindset. It’s particularly useful if you feel stuck, need guidance on personal or professional development, or want to enhance your overall well-being.

All sessions are conducted online. This allows for flexible scheduling and the convenience of coaching from anywhere that suits you.

My coaching methods include mindfulness practices, goal-setting strategies, and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). These approaches are designed to help you develop a positive mindset, overcome obstacles, and achieve your goals effectively.

Coaching sessions are available online on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 4 PM PST. This scheduling allows for flexibility and ensures that we can find a convenient time to work together within these hours.

To get started, you can schedule a free initial consultation where we’ll discuss your goals and how coaching can help. This consultation allows us to determine if we’re a good fit and to outline a plan for your coaching journey.