Coaching

Coaching is the act of guiding a person to achieve a specific goal, either professional or personal. Although therapists and coaches have similar approaches, coaches are typically more direct and have more frequent contact with clients than therapists, and focus on the specific goal at hand, rather than seeking the root of an issue. If you have a specific goal you'd like a professional perspective on, coaching might be a good step. Contact one of TherapyDen’s coaching experts today!

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When desired by the client, I can be very solutions-focused and results oriented. I can help clients set clear goals, provide accountability for that progress, and work through the barriers that make concrete change so tough sometimes. I am strengths-based and empowering. Therapy with a coaching flavor can be absolutely transformative. Let's explore how you can go from "suck it up and deal" to "I love my life!"

— Dr. Desiree Howell, Psychologist in Kingsland, GA

I became certified as a life coach through CTI, (coaches training institute) prior to enrolling into a master of counseling program. I continue to utilize this training in my counseling sessions today. This structure is utilized to help walk along side you, and trust that you are the expert in your life, not me. We work together as partners on your journey.

— Ryan Rhodes, Licensed Professional Counselor in Woodland Park, CO
 

My ability and experiences to evoke and guide in order to bring forth purpose and passion to the forefront.

— Collene Taylor, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in Rockford, IL

I typically use coaching techniques to assist clients undergoing child custody evaluations or social studies in family court or family law cases to make the most thorough and effective presentations. I am familiar with what is required in these cases, and by using coaching and teaching techniques I can often ensure that my client is the best prepared parent at the courthouse. Evaluators themselves are also pleased when my clients are well prepared because it makes the evaluator's job easier. Due to modern technology, I can typically provide these services nationwide.

— Stephen Finstein, Therapist in Dallas, TX
 

Many adolescents, young adults, and adults I have worked with have been interested in goal-setting, and improving performance in either work, school, college, sports, music, art, writing, or another endeavor. Coaching helps to meet these needs in a very direct way.

— Dr. Christopher Joaquim, Counselor in Los Angeles, CA

Life coaching and spiritual coaching and consultation are a part of what I offer my clients. This might include mindfulness practices, energy medicine (including Reiki), setting personal goals and intentions, and working towards manifestation. This might also include strengthening and maintaining boundaries and cleansing personal and psychic space. I utilize the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), visualization, progressive muscle relaxation, guided meditation practices and intuitive readings.

— Dima Dashevsky, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Oakland, CA
 

Couples throughout U.S. have access to Relationship Coaching Group - an interactive, online coaching program.

— Michele Hahn, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Monica, CA

I help you identify best practices you want to integrate into your life and then help troubleshoot practical barriers to doing it. I integrate previous business experience with psychotherapy principles to help you make progress. Coaching can be goal related and include things like career counseling, help with networking strategies and execution, and other practical topics. Or coaching can be focused on mental health issues like better managing ADHD, OCD, or anxiety. Available online & in person

— Katie Playfair, Licensed Professional Counselor in Vancouver, WA
 

While I am licensed as a psychotherapist and approach traditional therapy from a psychodynamic perspective, I now mostly work within a coaching/mentoring/consulting framework. I focus "above the wellness line" so that we approach your sessions in positivity rather than deficit. I am a certified life/wellness coach.

— DeeAnna Nagel, Psychotherapist

A life coach is a type of wellness professional who helps people make progress in their lives in order to attain greater fulfillment. Life coaches aid their clients in improving their relationships, careers, and day-to-day lives. ... In creating these strategies, life coaches target your unique skills and gifts.

— Courtney Cohen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
 

Sometimes we need practical skills to help us get to the next level in our wellness. This may require some skill-building to develop new systems and habits with our career, nutrition, fitness, morning routine, time management, etc. For instance, you may come with anxiety, but once we create a plan and establish boundaries, you feel centered, in control, and well-rested. Coaching can play a huge role in being just what you need to heal and move forward-- especially in addition to CBT.

— Karilyn (Kay) Bela, Counselor in Lancaster, PA

As a result of my advanced training as a life and business coach, I can my clients gain clarity in their purpose and vision, guide them through the decision making process, support them in removing blocks to progress in goals throughout all areas of their life, and assist them in overcoming imposter syndrome and other limiting beliefs. This will help them to set healthy boundaries, avoid or recover from burnout, improve their relationships, and achieve true work-life harmony.

— Jodie Solberg, Hypnotherapist in Lynnwood, WA
 

I typically use coaching techniques to assist clients undergoing child custody evaluations or social studies in family court or family law cases to make the most thorough and effective presentations. I am familiar with what is required in these cases, and by using coaching and teaching techniques I can often ensure that my client is the best prepared parent at the courthouse. Evaluators themselves are also pleased when my clients are well prepared because it makes the evaluator's job easier. Due to modern technology, I can typically provide these services nationwide.

— Stephen Finstein, Therapist in Dallas, TX

Please note: Coaching is NOT the same as therapy. Through a clinical lens, I am happy to offer niche specific coaching programs to folx who are curious about or already embracing any form of non-monogamy. I work with individuals who want to begin a non-monogamous relationship, open a previously monogamous one, or go back to basics and hit the reset button on non-monogamy that hasn't gone well for them. Check out my coaching specific website for more info: www.bothandcoaching.com

— Jessica Williams, Clinical Social Worker in Wilmington, DE
 

I'm in expert in this area because I completed professional training over 30 years ago and have frequently used it in my practice to help numerous people.

— Dr Don Etkes, Sex Therapist in Claremont, CA

Please note: My practice is holistic psychiatry based, not talk-therapy based - I do not offer regular talk therapy. Combination of medication & alternative treatment with solution focused, skill & goal oriented coaching: A focus on now and future forward (no dredging up the past). Emphasizing positivity, self acceptance, celebration of difference and uniqueness, and optimizing your individual potential. Friendly, supportive and non-judgmental care.

— Kim Salinger, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in San Rafael, CA
 

Coaching helps people identify their goals and the obstacles they are facing. Like therapy, coaching involves guidance and support but also places a great deal of emphasis on accountability, enabling people to do more than they might on their own.

— Adriana Beck, Licensed Professional Counselor in Frisco, TX

You can learn more by going to goodchanges.us. I offer individual and group brief-treatment to help you slow down and understand yourself, your nervous system, and your body. Before I became a therapist, I was a coach. Using narrative therapy techniques, I work with clients struggling to navigate life transitions such as college, dating, relationships, parenting, family tension, job concerns, and caregiver stress. If you are handling ADHD, anxiety, divorce or loss, I can help.

— Rebecca Lavine, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Cambridge, MA