Life Coaching Therapists in 97232

Photo of Eric Lane Eubank - Teletherapy Telehealth Counseling Eric Lane Eubank, LCSW, MSW, CYT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Teletherapy Telehealth Counseling Eric Lane Eubank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CYT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
I don't make formal diagnoses or deal with insurance in this very efficient tele- coaching medium, so I can offer my service VERY affordably in this role.
When you are not understanding each other & when you think your relationships are stuck or damaged, an objective & experienced family coach could help. If going to a family therapy office is any barrier, discreet video telecounseling sessions or phone calls from your home might be the solution to start to understand each other & rebuild your relationships stronger than ever. Individuals who are considering/ready to make personal changes will also find nonjudgmental coaching & support in clarifying & "operationalizing" their goals & understanding themselves better. I bring my therapist experience when older 'scars' are discovered.
I don't make formal diagnoses or deal with insurance in this very efficient tele- coaching medium, so I can offer my service VERY affordably in this role.
When you are not understanding each other & when you think your relationships are stuck or damaged, an objective & experienced family coach could help. If going to a family therapy office is any barrier, discreet video telecounseling sessions or phone calls from your home might be the solution to start to understand each other & rebuild your relationships stronger than ever. Individuals who are considering/ready to make personal changes will also find nonjudgmental coaching & support in clarifying & "operationalizing" their goals & understanding themselves better. I bring my therapist experience when older 'scars' are discovered.
(971) 351-0492 View (971) 351-0492
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Jennifer Crawford
Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
Life can be hard and challenging and unexpected.
Are you facing a major life change? Feeling overwhelmed?
Life can be hard and challenging and unexpected.
Are you facing a major life change? Feeling overwhelmed?
(971) 299-2752 View (971) 299-2752
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Elizabeth Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232  (Online Only)
As a licensed therapist turned coach, I specialize in addressing women's issues. My coaching approach focuses on strengthening core identity, challenging perfectionism and people-pleasing behaviors, and developing effective stress management skills. I am dedicated to enhancing self-esteem and improving interpersonal relationship skills. I help clients challenge negative thinking and outdated belief patterns that contribute to self-sabotage.
As a licensed therapist turned coach, I specialize in addressing women's issues. My coaching approach focuses on strengthening core identity, challenging perfectionism and people-pleasing behaviors, and developing effective stress management skills. I am dedicated to enhancing self-esteem and improving interpersonal relationship skills. I help clients challenge negative thinking and outdated belief patterns that contribute to self-sabotage.
(602) 726-1358 View (602) 726-1358
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Alexandra Saperstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
I work with couples in crisis and individuals facing depression, life transitions, and/or other life challenges. I understand that finding a therapist can feel daunting so I offer an initial, free twenty minute phone consultation. This can help you decide if I may be a good fit for you at this time. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Relational Life Method Therapist, and an Advanced Trained Gottman Counselor, we'll work side by side to move from gridlock or pain towards more genuine connection and joy. I have helped hundreds of clients in the past decade. I look forward to connecting!
I work with couples in crisis and individuals facing depression, life transitions, and/or other life challenges. I understand that finding a therapist can feel daunting so I offer an initial, free twenty minute phone consultation. This can help you decide if I may be a good fit for you at this time. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Relational Life Method Therapist, and an Advanced Trained Gottman Counselor, we'll work side by side to move from gridlock or pain towards more genuine connection and joy. I have helped hundreds of clients in the past decade. I look forward to connecting!
(503) 406-3068 View (503) 406-3068
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Sophia Treyger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CYT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232  (Online Only)
You deserve to heal and to have a supportive and nurturing team to aid in your healing journey while guiding you toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Thank you for showing up for yourself! It takes strength and courage to seek out help. We are not meant to live this life alone. You have a beautiful brain and nervous system that have helped you survive. With trust and practice, you can create new neural pathways in your brain that increase your capacity to cope with life’s challenges. Healing is possible through gradual and gentle awareness, skill-building, and the support of a warm and caring community. I believe the key to healing is safety and curiosity.
You deserve to heal and to have a supportive and nurturing team to aid in your healing journey while guiding you toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Thank you for showing up for yourself! It takes strength and courage to seek out help. We are not meant to live this life alone. You have a beautiful brain and nervous system that have helped you survive. With trust and practice, you can create new neural pathways in your brain that increase your capacity to cope with life’s challenges. Healing is possible through gradual and gentle awareness, skill-building, and the support of a warm and caring community. I believe the key to healing is safety and curiosity.
(971) 626-4877 View (971) 626-4877
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Jenna Abernathy
Counselor, MA, LPC, CHT, LMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
My work is experiential, somatic and uses mindful awareness to help create transformation in your life.
I see my job as helping you reconnect to and live from your inner truth. Do you feel you have been living in ways that feel like "not the real me"? Together we can uncover and validate what makes sense about unwanted behaviors and find the important impulse that lives underneath. I believe we each have wisdom inside that gets covered over with protective strategies, like the sun behind the clouds. I work with individuals and couples to facilitate reconnection to the heart of self and others.
My work is experiential, somatic and uses mindful awareness to help create transformation in your life.
I see my job as helping you reconnect to and live from your inner truth. Do you feel you have been living in ways that feel like "not the real me"? Together we can uncover and validate what makes sense about unwanted behaviors and find the important impulse that lives underneath. I believe we each have wisdom inside that gets covered over with protective strategies, like the sun behind the clouds. I work with individuals and couples to facilitate reconnection to the heart of self and others.
(971) 292-3983 View (971) 292-3983
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Shannon Calcott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
I offer individual talk therapy from a person-centered perspective to adults struggling with mood and behavioral disorders; grief and loss; family conflict; academic and career decision-making; phase-of- life problems; job stress; relationship problems; social stressors; individualized future planning; and personal growth/exploration.
Whether you would like to improve your relationships with partners, friends, or family, explore feelings of grief in your own way without pressure to "get back to normal already," or find that sense of self and purpose that you might be missing, I provide a safe and confidential environment to process thoughts and feelings and gain insight, feedback and understanding.
I offer individual talk therapy from a person-centered perspective to adults struggling with mood and behavioral disorders; grief and loss; family conflict; academic and career decision-making; phase-of- life problems; job stress; relationship problems; social stressors; individualized future planning; and personal growth/exploration.
Whether you would like to improve your relationships with partners, friends, or family, explore feelings of grief in your own way without pressure to "get back to normal already," or find that sense of self and purpose that you might be missing, I provide a safe and confidential environment to process thoughts and feelings and gain insight, feedback and understanding.
(503) 766-3982 View (503) 766-3982
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Desmond Cohen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232  (Online Only)
My goal is to guide clients towards the life they deserve, and that only they can identify.
Trying to be a happy, healthy, creative human in today’s world requires new skills to face new challenges. Overwhelming anxiety, depression, and relationship instability are often products of our ancient nervous system struggling to adapt to an environment with new rules, new pressures, and old wounds. As a species we are subjected to increasing pressure to perform, produce, and project a life that is at once effortless and perfect. The reality is far from this however, and humans need support, love, and patience in the face of failure in order to thrive.
My goal is to guide clients towards the life they deserve, and that only they can identify.
Trying to be a happy, healthy, creative human in today’s world requires new skills to face new challenges. Overwhelming anxiety, depression, and relationship instability are often products of our ancient nervous system struggling to adapt to an environment with new rules, new pressures, and old wounds. As a species we are subjected to increasing pressure to perform, produce, and project a life that is at once effortless and perfect. The reality is far from this however, and humans need support, love, and patience in the face of failure in order to thrive.
(971) 715-2675 View (971) 715-2675
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Marcy Kokinda
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC-II, QMHA-II, CGAC-R
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
Let me help you regain hope for a better future and 'build a life worth living' without the dark cloud that addiction or mental health has cast over your life.
Accepting New Clients: Finding the right provider when you're struggling with substance abuse or a co-occurring disorder can be a daunting task, but I would like to take the fear and shame out of the process and let you know that change is possible if you're willing to take the first step. You may be someone seeking help for the first time or someone who has struggled with issues in the past, but no matter what brought you to this place, I would like to be an ally in your journey toward wellness. Client-centered therapy means that you get to be in control of the process, and I respect an individual's right to maintain autonomy.
Let me help you regain hope for a better future and 'build a life worth living' without the dark cloud that addiction or mental health has cast over your life.
Accepting New Clients: Finding the right provider when you're struggling with substance abuse or a co-occurring disorder can be a daunting task, but I would like to take the fear and shame out of the process and let you know that change is possible if you're willing to take the first step. You may be someone seeking help for the first time or someone who has struggled with issues in the past, but no matter what brought you to this place, I would like to be an ally in your journey toward wellness. Client-centered therapy means that you get to be in control of the process, and I respect an individual's right to maintain autonomy.
(503) 487-5052 View (503) 487-5052
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Shannon Atherton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232  (Online Only)
I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together in developing and implementing a plan to reach the clients treatment goals. Each client is unique and different, and I adjust according to the clients needs. I work well with clients who are ready to do the work to heal and grow. The client and I are active throughout the counseling process. I have found that this process is a journey towards healing and thriving in all areas of life.
I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together in developing and implementing a plan to reach the clients treatment goals. Each client is unique and different, and I adjust according to the clients needs. I work well with clients who are ready to do the work to heal and grow. The client and I are active throughout the counseling process. I have found that this process is a journey towards healing and thriving in all areas of life.
(971) 265-9325 View (971) 265-9325
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Dr. Reiko Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
I provide mental health therapy and counseling support to individuals who may be struggling with self-confidence, self-esteem, job and career stress, personal and family obstacles and other issues impacting peace and well-being. I am experienced working with individuals and families struggling with the demands of work, school, extra-curricular and balancing life as an individual, a couple and as a member of a family system. As a Black woman, I care strongly about helping people of color with navigating spaces in which they feel isolated or ignored particularly because of their racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, sexual identity.
I provide mental health therapy and counseling support to individuals who may be struggling with self-confidence, self-esteem, job and career stress, personal and family obstacles and other issues impacting peace and well-being. I am experienced working with individuals and families struggling with the demands of work, school, extra-curricular and balancing life as an individual, a couple and as a member of a family system. As a Black woman, I care strongly about helping people of color with navigating spaces in which they feel isolated or ignored particularly because of their racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, sexual identity.
(503) 837-8285 View (503) 837-8285
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Wendy Haynes
MA, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232  (Online Only)
Other areas of focus: Creative coaching for creatives.
I hold PhD in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Psychology. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I support my clients in achieving greater well being by honing what is genuinely unique and important to them. I teach practices that boost resiliency to stress and inspire self-esteem and self-compassion to bloom. I support my clients in breaking through blocks and in unleashing authentic and dynamic self-expression, so that their values are congruent with their behavior and their intentions and desires become experiences that are truly lived.
Other areas of focus: Creative coaching for creatives.
I hold PhD in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Psychology. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I support my clients in achieving greater well being by honing what is genuinely unique and important to them. I teach practices that boost resiliency to stress and inspire self-esteem and self-compassion to bloom. I support my clients in breaking through blocks and in unleashing authentic and dynamic self-expression, so that their values are congruent with their behavior and their intentions and desires become experiences that are truly lived.
(503) 342-2158 View (503) 342-2158
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Caleb Abrams
CSAT, CCTP, CLC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232  (Online Only)
Caleb and his wife run a Christian counseling practice that specializes in faith based and non-faith based counseling and coaching services.
Caleb is Christian Counselor, a Certified Sex Addiction Counselor (CSAT), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Ordained Minister, Certified Life Coach, with a Masters of Psychology in Counseling and a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology. Caleb specializes in helping men work through addiction recovery, anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. His passion is to provide a safe space for his clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Caleb and his wife run a Christian counseling practice that specializes in faith based and non-faith based counseling and coaching services.
Caleb is Christian Counselor, a Certified Sex Addiction Counselor (CSAT), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Ordained Minister, Certified Life Coach, with a Masters of Psychology in Counseling and a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology. Caleb specializes in helping men work through addiction recovery, anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. His passion is to provide a safe space for his clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
(207) 259-4977 View (207) 259-4977
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Angela Guerrero Chapin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
Through mindfulness practices integrated with an approach serving to nurture the whole person, we can work to meet your life's struggles with more confidence and kindness towards yourself.
Do you feel as though you are your own worst enemy? When in the midst of a problem or stressful situation, does it seem like you make matters worse by being self-critical or saying self-defeating things to yourself? When we are going through something painful or difficult to accept, our internal dialogue sometimes becomes judgmental and self-critical, causing us to feel overwhelmed and doubt our ability to manage things on our own. Often we do not notice how the relationship we have with ourselves affects our ability to cope, solve problems, and live the life we want.
Through mindfulness practices integrated with an approach serving to nurture the whole person, we can work to meet your life's struggles with more confidence and kindness towards yourself.
Do you feel as though you are your own worst enemy? When in the midst of a problem or stressful situation, does it seem like you make matters worse by being self-critical or saying self-defeating things to yourself? When we are going through something painful or difficult to accept, our internal dialogue sometimes becomes judgmental and self-critical, causing us to feel overwhelmed and doubt our ability to manage things on our own. Often we do not notice how the relationship we have with ourselves affects our ability to cope, solve problems, and live the life we want.
(971) 351-4376 View (971) 351-4376
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Megan Vaughn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
Does your romantic relationship need a life line? I'll help you and your partner create lasting change in your relationship. We'll work through the rupture of disconnection, infidelity, parenting, physical intimacy and sex and get to the connection you desire. I work with individual clients on tackling the unmanageable, in their relationships with others and self. We'll explore what's kept you stuck for so long and uncover deep meaning and happiness in your relationships and in your personal story.
Does your romantic relationship need a life line? I'll help you and your partner create lasting change in your relationship. We'll work through the rupture of disconnection, infidelity, parenting, physical intimacy and sex and get to the connection you desire. I work with individual clients on tackling the unmanageable, in their relationships with others and self. We'll explore what's kept you stuck for so long and uncover deep meaning and happiness in your relationships and in your personal story.
(503) 714-7732 View (503) 714-7732
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Ravyn Stanfield
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT-A, LAC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
I help folks dealing with anxiety, depression/suicidal ideation, complicated grief, trauma, chronic pain, and systemic oppression. I serve adults, teenagers, couples, & families, whether that be biological and chosen family or other kinds of relationship dynamics. I enjoy work with women, men, and non binary clients. I have a special affinity for helping couples with communication issues. I work with many kinds of relationship styles including monogamous couples, blended families, folks practicing ethical non-monogamy, and people who want to build or restore a relationship with themselves after a huge life transformation.
I help folks dealing with anxiety, depression/suicidal ideation, complicated grief, trauma, chronic pain, and systemic oppression. I serve adults, teenagers, couples, & families, whether that be biological and chosen family or other kinds of relationship dynamics. I enjoy work with women, men, and non binary clients. I have a special affinity for helping couples with communication issues. I work with many kinds of relationship styles including monogamous couples, blended families, folks practicing ethical non-monogamy, and people who want to build or restore a relationship with themselves after a huge life transformation.
(503) 479-4524 View (503) 479-4524
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Titia Quinton
MA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
You can decide if together we will be able to help you understand where and why you are stuck in specific areas of your life.
If you are finding yourself feeling emotionally altered and without a place to process your feelings confidentially, please contact me. As your counselor, I will provide a nonjudgmental, confidential, and attentive setting in which you can express yourself honestly. The counseling experience will allow you to verbalize feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that may contribute to your area of concern.
You can decide if together we will be able to help you understand where and why you are stuck in specific areas of your life.
If you are finding yourself feeling emotionally altered and without a place to process your feelings confidentially, please contact me. As your counselor, I will provide a nonjudgmental, confidential, and attentive setting in which you can express yourself honestly. The counseling experience will allow you to verbalize feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that may contribute to your area of concern.
(503) 967-3040 View (503) 967-3040
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Rose Mary A Colorafi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, NCC, CRC/Ret
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
Experience: Mental health counseling, calm, adjustment to demands of College for new Students, Time Management, Organizing Life, Career Decisions, Choosing College Major, Independence / Leaving the Nest, facing Graduation, Job Search, Interviewing, Career Exploration, Adjustment to Disability, Leisure time, Retirement, Senior Citizen status, Interpersonal / Authority, More.
Feeling Anxious? Depressed? As a Counselor, I can help you feel better, think more clearly, overcome internal obstacles, and more. As a Life Coach, I can facilitate your movement forward. Have trouble moving forward on your Plans? Find yourself back at Square One too often? Undecided about your next Steps? Difficulty Following Through? If you seek a highly experienced, yet affordable, individual who has assisted diverse persons with a wide variety of interests, needs, and obstacles, Contact me. With 30 years of experience as a helping professional, I have served people from late teens to elders. Business name: Rose C Life Goals LLC.
Experience: Mental health counseling, calm, adjustment to demands of College for new Students, Time Management, Organizing Life, Career Decisions, Choosing College Major, Independence / Leaving the Nest, facing Graduation, Job Search, Interviewing, Career Exploration, Adjustment to Disability, Leisure time, Retirement, Senior Citizen status, Interpersonal / Authority, More.
Feeling Anxious? Depressed? As a Counselor, I can help you feel better, think more clearly, overcome internal obstacles, and more. As a Life Coach, I can facilitate your movement forward. Have trouble moving forward on your Plans? Find yourself back at Square One too often? Undecided about your next Steps? Difficulty Following Through? If you seek a highly experienced, yet affordable, individual who has assisted diverse persons with a wide variety of interests, needs, and obstacles, Contact me. With 30 years of experience as a helping professional, I have served people from late teens to elders. Business name: Rose C Life Goals LLC.
(503) 610-4128 View (503) 610-4128
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Lucy Zhang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
I’m here to provide you a nurturing space, a listening ear, and a different perspective so that you can tap into that very inner strength of yours again and live the life you deserve.
Brene Brown says, "If we really want to live a joyful, connected, and meaningful life, we must talk about things that get in the way.” - There are times in our lives where we feel disconnected with ourselves, others, and the world around us, and instead of living with compassion, clarity, and stillness, you are stuck feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, helpless, frustrated. It's so hard to do that alone - you're not supposed to do this on your own. I am here to support you get you out of the trenches. I am passionate about helping you navigate this journey of self-discovery towards growth and healing.
I’m here to provide you a nurturing space, a listening ear, and a different perspective so that you can tap into that very inner strength of yours again and live the life you deserve.
Brene Brown says, "If we really want to live a joyful, connected, and meaningful life, we must talk about things that get in the way.” - There are times in our lives where we feel disconnected with ourselves, others, and the world around us, and instead of living with compassion, clarity, and stillness, you are stuck feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, helpless, frustrated. It's so hard to do that alone - you're not supposed to do this on your own. I am here to support you get you out of the trenches. I am passionate about helping you navigate this journey of self-discovery towards growth and healing.
(760) 214-9578 View (760) 214-9578
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C2MeCC, LLC Stenet Palmer Frost
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
While the therapeutic journey of learning new things and applying them to your life can be exciting and very rewarding, you should be aware that along this journey there could be pit falls.
We at Committed 2 Me Counseling Center, LLC (C2MeCC, LLC) Love, LoVE, LOVE what we do, however, the therapy journey can be an emotionally painful one. You will be sharing information with this therapist that you would not share with a best friend. This process takes time, effort, trust and not to mention money. You should feel comfortable about the therapy process and the therapist. C2MECC, LLC suggest to anyone seeking therapy to “try on” a therapist like you would a pair of new shoes. If it is a good fit, you know it. If it is not, well, you know that too.
While the therapeutic journey of learning new things and applying them to your life can be exciting and very rewarding, you should be aware that along this journey there could be pit falls.
We at Committed 2 Me Counseling Center, LLC (C2MeCC, LLC) Love, LoVE, LOVE what we do, however, the therapy journey can be an emotionally painful one. You will be sharing information with this therapist that you would not share with a best friend. This process takes time, effort, trust and not to mention money. You should feel comfortable about the therapy process and the therapist. C2MECC, LLC suggest to anyone seeking therapy to “try on” a therapist like you would a pair of new shoes. If it is a good fit, you know it. If it is not, well, you know that too.
(430) 205-2523 View (430) 205-2523
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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.