Major Differences Between Counseling and Coaching ​
Counseling
  • Focuses on emotional healing, mental health, and psychological well-being
  • Incorporates evidence-based modalities including EMDR, CBT, and Brainspotting
  • May address trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and other mental health concerns
  • Explores past experiences and patterns that impact current functioning
  • Provided by a licensed mental health professional
  • Includes assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning when appropriate
  • Clients must reside in a state where I am licensed or registered to provide counseling services
  • Insurance may be accepted depending on coverage and eligibility
Coaching
  • Focuses on personal growth, goal achievement, and future-oriented change
  • Does not diagnose or treat mental health conditions
  • Emphasizes action steps, accountability, mindset shifts, and personal development
  • Helps clients improve confidence, habits, performance, and overall direction
  • Available to clients residing in any state
  • Coaching services are not covered by insurance