Life Coaching vs. Counseling
The major difference between therapy and life coaching is the focus of the work: therapy focuses on mental health and emotional healing, while life coaching focuses on setting and achieving goals.
When to choose Life Coaching:
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You want to get "unstuck" and set goals you want to achieve
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You want to accelerate to the next step in your career
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You feel like your life is on autopilot and want to challenge yourself or break out of your comfort zone
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You want to stop unhelpful habits and replace them with healthy alternatives
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You know that your inner critic keeps you from living your best life and you want to learn how to quiet that voice
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You desire a life with purpose and meaning but do not know where to start
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You feel confused about the next chapter in your life (ie. struggling with career decisions, major life choices) and would like guidance on what would best serve you
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You know that you have a lot to feel grateful for, but something is missing and you need that extra inspiration to piece your puzzle together
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You want to untag your inner motivation for a major goal, such as starting a new business
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You want to hold yourself more accountable, whether in your personal or professional life
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All coaching is self-pay since it involves self improvement efforts and is not considered mental health services. Therefore, insurance companies are not involved.
When to choose Counseling:
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You are experiencing mental health symptoms that are causing distress in your life (anxiety, depression, trauma)
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You are struggling navigating your emotions
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You want to change deep-seated beliefs and heal from past hurts and trauma
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You want to address relationship patterns
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You want to address thought patterns and behaviors
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Depending on your health insurance plan, mental health services may be covered.