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![Photo of Linda Prejean - Life Coaching by Linda Prejean, MAC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f42b763-5c00-4d04-8326-6c24819254b9/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have more than ten years in the field of Psychotherapy in internships. Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. Today I am a Life Coach for men and women seeking change and transformation. I specialize in women greeting the different ages and stages in life with confidence and passion, learning the secrets of commitment, belief in oneself, and the determination to never give up. Miracles and magic happens. Spirituality focus, A Course in Miracles, tools of learning peace of mind and inner happiness to manifest and attract the best of life from your true Self. Grief support and tools to find happiness.
I have more than ten years in the field of Psychotherapy in internships. Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. Today I am a Life Coach for men and women seeking change and transformation. I specialize in women greeting the different ages and stages in life with confidence and passion, learning the secrets of commitment, belief in oneself, and the determination to never give up. Miracles and magic happens. Spirituality focus, A Course in Miracles, tools of learning peace of mind and inner happiness to manifest and attract the best of life from your true Self. Grief support and tools to find happiness.
![Photo of Carol A Francis - Dr. Carol Francis & Associates, PsyD, MA, CHT, MFT, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9a27c3fe-7b7a-491d-a28f-7d9ab53c49dc/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Carol Francis & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, CHT, MFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
We offer hundreds of different types of psychotherapy tools, skill-sets, counseling techniques, life coaching tips, and scientific approaches to your different goals and concerns.
Stressed, unhappy, unfocused, unmotivated? A distant, angry relationship that was loving, romantic, or safe? Wish to improve your ability to focus, relax, not worry? Considering changes in your career, relationship? Confused by your marriage, by being new parents or by your child or teenager? Want to stop smoking with hypnosis? Wish you could like yourself, feel attractive, smart, energetic & successful? Feel stuck, blocked, uncertain, discouraged? Afraid of public speaking or socializing at work? Suffer awful abuse? Have you and your partner been fighting? Need to learn to solve problems in your team?
We offer hundreds of different types of psychotherapy tools, skill-sets, counseling techniques, life coaching tips, and scientific approaches to your different goals and concerns.
Stressed, unhappy, unfocused, unmotivated? A distant, angry relationship that was loving, romantic, or safe? Wish to improve your ability to focus, relax, not worry? Considering changes in your career, relationship? Confused by your marriage, by being new parents or by your child or teenager? Want to stop smoking with hypnosis? Wish you could like yourself, feel attractive, smart, energetic & successful? Feel stuck, blocked, uncertain, discouraged? Afraid of public speaking or socializing at work? Suffer awful abuse? Have you and your partner been fighting? Need to learn to solve problems in your team?
![Photo of Alexandra Rudd-Barnard, PsyD, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3db1a310-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe everyone can obtain mental stability and peak performance even during life transitions and crisis situations. At One Neuro our clinicians provide therapy, tailored evaluations, mindfulness, and neurofeedback, treatment for children and adults who experience low achievement, attentional challenges, learning difficulties, and developmental disorders. We also work with individuals who have complex medical conditions (e.g., tics, concussion, migraines, epilepsy, chronic pain, sleep difficulty, cancer, TBI, genetic conditions) that may be impacting their adaptive functioning.
I believe everyone can obtain mental stability and peak performance even during life transitions and crisis situations. At One Neuro our clinicians provide therapy, tailored evaluations, mindfulness, and neurofeedback, treatment for children and adults who experience low achievement, attentional challenges, learning difficulties, and developmental disorders. We also work with individuals who have complex medical conditions (e.g., tics, concussion, migraines, epilepsy, chronic pain, sleep difficulty, cancer, TBI, genetic conditions) that may be impacting their adaptive functioning.
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Thomas Carouso
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
I have been a therapist for 20 years. I have also been a client. As a client I enjoy the process of working on my relationship to self and others, processing the wounds and effects of childhood, and working to improve my ability to live in the moment with contentment, presence, and acceptance. For me therapy helps me to be intimate, to listen, and to practice loving kindness. It is an important part of my spiritual growth and over all self-improvement. This is what I enjoy with my clients… being part of their life’s journey of contentment and meaning, away from fear and always working toward love.
I have been a therapist for 20 years. I have also been a client. As a client I enjoy the process of working on my relationship to self and others, processing the wounds and effects of childhood, and working to improve my ability to live in the moment with contentment, presence, and acceptance. For me therapy helps me to be intimate, to listen, and to practice loving kindness. It is an important part of my spiritual growth and over all self-improvement. This is what I enjoy with my clients… being part of their life’s journey of contentment and meaning, away from fear and always working toward love.
![Photo of Julia M McHugh, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e9e16e3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in educational and psychological assessment, Infant-Preschool Mental Health, parent education, and coaching, Psychological Trauma (PTSD), Veterans, depression, anxiety, child behavioral disorders, ADHD, scholastic issues, adoption, grief, chronic health, and aging issues.
Are you ready for a change? I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with an office in Torrance, CA across from the Del Amo Mall. I believe in everyone's ability to live a better life through healing and change in a sportive, caring environment designed to attend personal needs. I provide individual and family therapy to address the many struggles and life issues we all face. My practice includes psychological testing (IQ, SSI, PTSD, Personality, Education, Development, Autism/ADHD diagnosis). I strive to meet every client where they are and tailor specific treatment to facilitate growth and happiness through positive change.
I specialize in educational and psychological assessment, Infant-Preschool Mental Health, parent education, and coaching, Psychological Trauma (PTSD), Veterans, depression, anxiety, child behavioral disorders, ADHD, scholastic issues, adoption, grief, chronic health, and aging issues.
Are you ready for a change? I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with an office in Torrance, CA across from the Del Amo Mall. I believe in everyone's ability to live a better life through healing and change in a sportive, caring environment designed to attend personal needs. I provide individual and family therapy to address the many struggles and life issues we all face. My practice includes psychological testing (IQ, SSI, PTSD, Personality, Education, Development, Autism/ADHD diagnosis). I strive to meet every client where they are and tailor specific treatment to facilitate growth and happiness through positive change.
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Briana is extremely compassionate, attuned, non-judgmental, and deeply cares about her clients. She is an advanced practitioner in CBT, DBT, and EMDR Phase I-III. She most recently worked as a psychotherapist at Mental Health America Los Angeles Wellness Center (MHALA) and was widely loved by her clients. Briana has worked with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, family crisis, and relationship conflicts.
Briana is extremely compassionate, attuned, non-judgmental, and deeply cares about her clients. She is an advanced practitioner in CBT, DBT, and EMDR Phase I-III. She most recently worked as a psychotherapist at Mental Health America Los Angeles Wellness Center (MHALA) and was widely loved by her clients. Briana has worked with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, family crisis, and relationship conflicts.
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Family Counseling, Neurofeedback & Holistic Ctr
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90504
I bring simple communication skills to the table for couples or families stuck in angry stances. I help each person feel heard, listened to and understood, helping them learn how to come alongside each other with empathy and insight instead of competing and blaming. Taking responsibility and learning when they are projecting their own feelings onto others instead of owning their own emotions. I also work with individual adults and children to help them deal with the trauma and drama of their past before they can effectively maintain healthy relationships in the present.
I bring simple communication skills to the table for couples or families stuck in angry stances. I help each person feel heard, listened to and understood, helping them learn how to come alongside each other with empathy and insight instead of competing and blaming. Taking responsibility and learning when they are projecting their own feelings onto others instead of owning their own emotions. I also work with individual adults and children to help them deal with the trauma and drama of their past before they can effectively maintain healthy relationships in the present.
![Photo of Carol Francis - Counseling for Couples & Families, PsyD, MFCC, CHT, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ca388cb-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Counseling for Couples & Families
Psychologist, PsyD, MFCC, CHT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
Relationships between husbands, wives, lovers, boy/girl friends, children or parents can be tricky. Happy, satisfying and fulfilling relationships require attention, energy, fun, humor, communication, time and investment of yourself. Too often relationships are hampered by misunderstandings, hurtful actions, stress, differences of opinions, unmet needs, and different expectations. Personality changes over time, affairs of the heart, infidelity, unmet sexual intimacy, abuse, cruel words, neglect, self-centeredness, different communication styles, different goals, values and dissimilar interests or fun activities also create unhappiness in relationships. Dr. Carol Francis has worked with relationships satisfaction for 32 years. 310-543-1824 or RelationshipSatisfactionNow.com and drcarolfrancis.com pathstosuccesses.com
Relationships between husbands, wives, lovers, boy/girl friends, children or parents can be tricky. Happy, satisfying and fulfilling relationships require attention, energy, fun, humor, communication, time and investment of yourself. Too often relationships are hampered by misunderstandings, hurtful actions, stress, differences of opinions, unmet needs, and different expectations. Personality changes over time, affairs of the heart, infidelity, unmet sexual intimacy, abuse, cruel words, neglect, self-centeredness, different communication styles, different goals, values and dissimilar interests or fun activities also create unhappiness in relationships. Dr. Carol Francis has worked with relationships satisfaction for 32 years. 310-543-1824 or RelationshipSatisfactionNow.com and drcarolfrancis.com pathstosuccesses.com
![Photo of Carol Francis - Counseling Adults, Children & Couples, PsyD, MAMFCT, CHYP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ca3c1ae-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Counseling Adults, Children & Couples
Psychologist, PsyD, MAMFCT, CHYP
Verified Verified
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Some Adults, Teens and Children in our community face issues of stress, fear of underachieving, depression, body-image concerns, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia or over-eating), relationship traumas (affairs, divorce, abuse, child custody battles), addictions. Other adults face unsettling retirement, empty nest syndrome, elder care concerns, serious illnesses, definite anxiety and feelings of meaninglessness. Couples become estranged: lacking in communication, connection and emotional or sexual intimacy. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Marriage, Family & Child Therapist and Counselor for over 30 years, Dr. Carol Francis uses multiple researched tools helping individuals, couples, and families create satisfaction and well-being.
Some Adults, Teens and Children in our community face issues of stress, fear of underachieving, depression, body-image concerns, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia or over-eating), relationship traumas (affairs, divorce, abuse, child custody battles), addictions. Other adults face unsettling retirement, empty nest syndrome, elder care concerns, serious illnesses, definite anxiety and feelings of meaninglessness. Couples become estranged: lacking in communication, connection and emotional or sexual intimacy. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Marriage, Family & Child Therapist and Counselor for over 30 years, Dr. Carol Francis uses multiple researched tools helping individuals, couples, and families create satisfaction and well-being.
![Photo of Robin Mason, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3a8cfaae-8b09-4b96-b000-1bf7077e03c2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Robin Mason LMFT has a profound passion for enhancing relationships and promoting emotional well-being. Throughout her career, Robin has worked tirelessly to provide compassionate and effective therapy for individuals, couples, and families seeking to navigate the intricate dynamics of their relationships.
Robin Mason LMFT has a profound passion for enhancing relationships and promoting emotional well-being. Throughout her career, Robin has worked tirelessly to provide compassionate and effective therapy for individuals, couples, and families seeking to navigate the intricate dynamics of their relationships.
![Photo of Christina Whitney, LMFT, MBA, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d909efd-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Christina Whitney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90069
Are you facing challenges in your relationship, feeling overwhelmed by issues like infidelity, communication problems, or sexual concerns? As a Certified Sex-Informed Counselor, I'm here to assist you in overcoming feelings of shame, fear, and anxiety related to your relationship. Embarking on the journey of seeking counseling can be a source of anxiety for many individuals. However, I firmly believe that it can mark the beginning of a positive and transformative experience, fostering personal growth. My approach is centered on collaboration with my clients to craft a therapeutic experience that caters to their unique needs.
Are you facing challenges in your relationship, feeling overwhelmed by issues like infidelity, communication problems, or sexual concerns? As a Certified Sex-Informed Counselor, I'm here to assist you in overcoming feelings of shame, fear, and anxiety related to your relationship. Embarking on the journey of seeking counseling can be a source of anxiety for many individuals. However, I firmly believe that it can mark the beginning of a positive and transformative experience, fostering personal growth. My approach is centered on collaboration with my clients to craft a therapeutic experience that caters to their unique needs.
![Photo of Annie Nardella - Pacific Therapy Group, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7317d5c8-6885-4677-8b58-3341ce8512a7/2/320x400.jpeg)
Currently accepting new clients for appointments next week! Pacific Pain & Wellness Group treats mental health and pain conditions using a variety of effective treatments including medications, psychotherapy, telemedicine, ketamine infusions, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our mission is to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you on a path towards better living and emotional relief. Through diagnostic evaluations, we construct a treatment plan aligned with meeting your current goals towards resiliency and healing.
Currently accepting new clients for appointments next week! Pacific Pain & Wellness Group treats mental health and pain conditions using a variety of effective treatments including medications, psychotherapy, telemedicine, ketamine infusions, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our mission is to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you on a path towards better living and emotional relief. Through diagnostic evaluations, we construct a treatment plan aligned with meeting your current goals towards resiliency and healing.
Online Therapists
![Photo of John Pellitteri, PsyD, MSCP, ABPP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0469eadc-88d3-47d7-95ed-ca4690ca9ce2/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am interested in working with clients who are ready to make a change - moving toward a more centered existence, with better relationships and more fulfillment in life. I use mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy to assist in developing skills to reduce anxiety and depression. If you are looking for a seasoned, experienced therapist, I'd like to talk to you!
I am interested in working with clients who are ready to make a change - moving toward a more centered existence, with better relationships and more fulfillment in life. I use mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy to assist in developing skills to reduce anxiety and depression. If you are looking for a seasoned, experienced therapist, I'd like to talk to you!
![Photo of Cary Frank Schwimmer, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ca3c34d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have over 30 years of experience in working with adults. I am an expert in the treatment of anxiety and depression. If I am not in your insurance network I can still work with you. I will help you to get reimbursement. I have a wide range of knowledge about anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorder, addictions, fears, relationship issues, PTSD, phobias and family issues. One Specialty: Childhood and Adult Trauma. I believe that the exploration of your life helps us to understand who you are today. 20 years of experience with EMDR. Neurofeedback for anxiety, ADHD, brain fog, TBI, depression, concussion and a range of other issues.
I have over 30 years of experience in working with adults. I am an expert in the treatment of anxiety and depression. If I am not in your insurance network I can still work with you. I will help you to get reimbursement. I have a wide range of knowledge about anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorder, addictions, fears, relationship issues, PTSD, phobias and family issues. One Specialty: Childhood and Adult Trauma. I believe that the exploration of your life helps us to understand who you are today. 20 years of experience with EMDR. Neurofeedback for anxiety, ADHD, brain fog, TBI, depression, concussion and a range of other issues.
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Federico G Carmona
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, DMin, NCC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90017 (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist and a Spiritual and Life Coach. My approach to therapy is holistic and developmentally based. I see a person as a whole rather than just the current symptoms or problem. I paid attention to attachment patterns, differentiation, integration, and the competencies proper of the adult age. And I use a myriad of interventions and techniques from a rich arsenal of therapeutic tools to help people improve their lives and relationships.
I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist and a Spiritual and Life Coach. My approach to therapy is holistic and developmentally based. I see a person as a whole rather than just the current symptoms or problem. I paid attention to attachment patterns, differentiation, integration, and the competencies proper of the adult age. And I use a myriad of interventions and techniques from a rich arsenal of therapeutic tools to help people improve their lives and relationships.
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Debbie A. Freeman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping you with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, grief, life transitions or anything challenging you.
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 26 years of experience. As a former Director of Clinical Services and current adjunct professor, I have trained hundreds of upcoming therapists in both the science as well as the art of providing quality, enriching therapy. I am dedicated to helping you to "process" through your challenges allowing you to build healthier relationships and having a successful life. The hardest step is getting started, so feel free to reach out and we can have a conversation. Because of my experience I will be able to zero in on what you need and the best path forward.
I am passionate about helping you with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, grief, life transitions or anything challenging you.
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 26 years of experience. As a former Director of Clinical Services and current adjunct professor, I have trained hundreds of upcoming therapists in both the science as well as the art of providing quality, enriching therapy. I am dedicated to helping you to "process" through your challenges allowing you to build healthier relationships and having a successful life. The hardest step is getting started, so feel free to reach out and we can have a conversation. Because of my experience I will be able to zero in on what you need and the best path forward.
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Jo Fletcher, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361 (Online Only)
Now in private practice I help in recovery work, identifying how addiction was a symptom of coping with emotions and life.
The goal to good therapy work is in creating a safe therapeutic relationship of deep listening and empathy. Empathy is a strange and powerful thing. There is no script. There is no right way or wrong way to do it. It's simply deep listening, holding space, withholding judgement, emotionally connecting, and communicating that incredibly healing message of, "You are not not alone." Take some time to heal. Give me a call and let's begin to re-write your story.
Now in private practice I help in recovery work, identifying how addiction was a symptom of coping with emotions and life.
The goal to good therapy work is in creating a safe therapeutic relationship of deep listening and empathy. Empathy is a strange and powerful thing. There is no script. There is no right way or wrong way to do it. It's simply deep listening, holding space, withholding judgement, emotionally connecting, and communicating that incredibly healing message of, "You are not not alone." Take some time to heal. Give me a call and let's begin to re-write your story.
![Photo of Dr. Cassidy Blair, MA, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c94a38c9-1f7c-49d5-ac44-58cf0103b4b1/3/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar D/O, variety of Addictions, Trauma, Intimacy and Relationship Issues, Eating D/O, Life Coaching and Performance Coaching.
WE OFFER EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. My goal is to help you improve the quality of your life and make positive changes by reducing your Anxiety, Depression, eliminating stress, Addiction, and gaining back control. You will achieve a much higher quality of life in a safe, exclusive and caring environment. I will support you to discover your inner strength, and develop effective coping skills. You will experience freedom from emotional pain and feel empowered to achieve your goals and dreams. I provide CONCEIRGE care to executives and professionals.
I specialize in treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar D/O, variety of Addictions, Trauma, Intimacy and Relationship Issues, Eating D/O, Life Coaching and Performance Coaching.
WE OFFER EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. My goal is to help you improve the quality of your life and make positive changes by reducing your Anxiety, Depression, eliminating stress, Addiction, and gaining back control. You will achieve a much higher quality of life in a safe, exclusive and caring environment. I will support you to discover your inner strength, and develop effective coping skills. You will experience freedom from emotional pain and feel empowered to achieve your goals and dreams. I provide CONCEIRGE care to executives and professionals.
![Photo of Shoghair Mgrditchian - Neurotherapy Clinic, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40df4997-1282-4518-8a01-28a319b70af2/2/320x400.jpeg)
We offer personalized support tailored to address a range of mental health concerns. Whether dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or ADHD, our goal is to guide you toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and overall wellbeing. We also specialize in trauma/PTSD, anger management, issues related to divorce and domestic abuse, life coaching for personal development, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. We also treat adolescents, offering a safe and understanding space for them to navigate their unique challenges, including identity development, academic stress, and peer relationships.
We offer personalized support tailored to address a range of mental health concerns. Whether dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or ADHD, our goal is to guide you toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and overall wellbeing. We also specialize in trauma/PTSD, anger management, issues related to divorce and domestic abuse, life coaching for personal development, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. We also treat adolescents, offering a safe and understanding space for them to navigate their unique challenges, including identity development, academic stress, and peer relationships.
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Jennifer Gural
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LPC, LAADC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90004
I help clients understand their behaviors, habits, addictions, and attitudes. I utilize evidenced-based therapies and motivational enhancement techniques to assist clients in shedding the behaviors and habits that have been holding while facilitating work towards positive life change and goal achievement. In addition to my focus on addiction, I work with a variety of other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I also serve as leader and facilitator of addiction groups, support groups, mindfulness groups and moderation management groups at Coast Psychological Services.
I help clients understand their behaviors, habits, addictions, and attitudes. I utilize evidenced-based therapies and motivational enhancement techniques to assist clients in shedding the behaviors and habits that have been holding while facilitating work towards positive life change and goal achievement. In addition to my focus on addiction, I work with a variety of other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I also serve as leader and facilitator of addiction groups, support groups, mindfulness groups and moderation management groups at Coast Psychological Services.
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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.