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Nancy Warnars
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdS
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
Tele-therapy Online - Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. I help individuals, couples, teens, and families move forward in ways that reflect their goals. My passion as a counselor is to get at the root of the problem and focus on life-enhancing strategies. I utilize cognitive behavioral and client-centered based treatment approaches. I work with all clients with a team-based approach. I assist individuals in learning effective coping tools and stress management techniques, communication strategies and to develop support systems. My experience also includes workforce coaching and teaching.
Tele-therapy Online - Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. I help individuals, couples, teens, and families move forward in ways that reflect their goals. My passion as a counselor is to get at the root of the problem and focus on life-enhancing strategies. I utilize cognitive behavioral and client-centered based treatment approaches. I work with all clients with a team-based approach. I assist individuals in learning effective coping tools and stress management techniques, communication strategies and to develop support systems. My experience also includes workforce coaching and teaching.
(586) 460-2682 View (586) 460-2682
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Sarah Tomakich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ATP
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
In my practice, I draw on my experience and training―but I believe the most effective psychotherapy focuses on developing fulfilling and meaningful connections. Research has shown repeatedly that the therapeutic alliance between therapist and client is a significant predictor in the success of therapy. When exploring psychotherapy, I encourage you to meet with more than one therapist and to ask potential therapists questions about their personal process. I specialize in Sex Therapy and I have post-graduate training related specifically to sexual concerns. My office is a space where no topic is off limits or taboo.
In my practice, I draw on my experience and training―but I believe the most effective psychotherapy focuses on developing fulfilling and meaningful connections. Research has shown repeatedly that the therapeutic alliance between therapist and client is a significant predictor in the success of therapy. When exploring psychotherapy, I encourage you to meet with more than one therapist and to ask potential therapists questions about their personal process. I specialize in Sex Therapy and I have post-graduate training related specifically to sexual concerns. My office is a space where no topic is off limits or taboo.
(810) 277-9294 View (810) 277-9294
Life Coaching Therapists

What can I expect from life coaching?

Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.

Can a life coach help treat anxiety?

Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.

Can life coaching be done online?

Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.

How long does life coaching last?

Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.