Life Coaching Therapists in Studio City, CA

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Sheri D Keller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91607
I offer a vast life experience that includes time as a military wife, a single working mom and over 16 years in the health and fitness world.
Hello. Reaching out for help is often difficult, and you did just that by clicking on my page. I approach my work with care and compassion to provide my client's with the most effective form of treatment for them. My style emphasizes present moment awareness as well as the relationship between thoughts and feelings. I believe that no two people are alike, and therefore I combine all of my life experience along with my clinical training to ensure that each of my clients has their own unique experience.
I offer a vast life experience that includes time as a military wife, a single working mom and over 16 years in the health and fitness world.
Hello. Reaching out for help is often difficult, and you did just that by clicking on my page. I approach my work with care and compassion to provide my client's with the most effective form of treatment for them. My style emphasizes present moment awareness as well as the relationship between thoughts and feelings. I believe that no two people are alike, and therefore I combine all of my life experience along with my clinical training to ensure that each of my clients has their own unique experience.
(818) 239-7985 View (818) 239-7985
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Dana Taha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Life can be a whirlwind. Whether it be unexpected crisis, unresolved past trauma, intimate relationships, the dating process, family, or life feeling like a day to day battle. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental & peaceful space for my clients to explore their inner thoughts and feelings. For us to engage & develop understanding and awareness. A beautiful journey of self-exploration. I take a holistic approach & look at all aspects of your life. The goal is for clients to gain the skills, power & resilience needed to achieve strength, growth and healing. I keep it real, always.
Life can be a whirlwind. Whether it be unexpected crisis, unresolved past trauma, intimate relationships, the dating process, family, or life feeling like a day to day battle. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental & peaceful space for my clients to explore their inner thoughts and feelings. For us to engage & develop understanding and awareness. A beautiful journey of self-exploration. I take a holistic approach & look at all aspects of your life. The goal is for clients to gain the skills, power & resilience needed to achieve strength, growth and healing. I keep it real, always.
(323) 894-0439 View (323) 894-0439
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John Porterfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, Jungian, Analyst
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91607
Need support as you make changes in your life and move towards your true goals? I help individuals and couples develop effective solutions for resolving lingering problems and overcoming challenges that keep you from moving forward towards the goals that you value and desire. Deep down, we generally know what it is we need. I pay close attention, and reflect your own inner wisdom back to you in a way that is practical and often liberating. The way becomes more clear as you decide to simply, and more truly, become yourself. A warm, compassionate therapeutic relationship can help you in finding the direction you are seeking.
Need support as you make changes in your life and move towards your true goals? I help individuals and couples develop effective solutions for resolving lingering problems and overcoming challenges that keep you from moving forward towards the goals that you value and desire. Deep down, we generally know what it is we need. I pay close attention, and reflect your own inner wisdom back to you in a way that is practical and often liberating. The way becomes more clear as you decide to simply, and more truly, become yourself. A warm, compassionate therapeutic relationship can help you in finding the direction you are seeking.
(818) 963-9460 View (818) 963-9460
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John Geirland
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I specialize in working with persons who are experiencing difficulties in life transitions, such as going to college, starting a new career, early parenthood, the empty nest, retirement, and the challenges of aging.
WHAT WILL THERAPY BE LIKE? I strive to create an environment that is confidential and nonjudgmental. The therapy hour is a time and place where you can feel safe enough to do important work. I also believe that therapy can be enjoyable and life-affirming, even at times a FUN experience. WHAT CAN THERAPY ACCOMPLISH FOR ME? Engaging in psychotherapy provides the opportunity for a new start, an escape from ruminating, from feelings of helplessness and indecision. I will work with you to see and experience your situation in a new way - and take action to make important changes.
I specialize in working with persons who are experiencing difficulties in life transitions, such as going to college, starting a new career, early parenthood, the empty nest, retirement, and the challenges of aging.
WHAT WILL THERAPY BE LIKE? I strive to create an environment that is confidential and nonjudgmental. The therapy hour is a time and place where you can feel safe enough to do important work. I also believe that therapy can be enjoyable and life-affirming, even at times a FUN experience. WHAT CAN THERAPY ACCOMPLISH FOR ME? Engaging in psychotherapy provides the opportunity for a new start, an escape from ruminating, from feelings of helplessness and indecision. I will work with you to see and experience your situation in a new way - and take action to make important changes.
(747) 200-4156 View (747) 200-4156
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Doug Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
It should be an empowering process to get help with stress, self-esteem, grief, trauma, codependency, life coaching, or marriage counseling.
My approach blends years of experience with natural compassion, humor and insight. I'm not a passive therapist. I'm interactive in sessions, using a holistic, relational approach with techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and narrative. I specialize in helping re-wire patterned thinking in your brain through talk therapy. Without a bunch of clinical jargon, we have relatable conversations in session where I will both nurture you and challenge you when needed. We stay in the present to shift behaviors and ways of thinking, while also getting to the root of the issues and feelings by understanding and processing them at the core.
It should be an empowering process to get help with stress, self-esteem, grief, trauma, codependency, life coaching, or marriage counseling.
My approach blends years of experience with natural compassion, humor and insight. I'm not a passive therapist. I'm interactive in sessions, using a holistic, relational approach with techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and narrative. I specialize in helping re-wire patterned thinking in your brain through talk therapy. Without a bunch of clinical jargon, we have relatable conversations in session where I will both nurture you and challenge you when needed. We stay in the present to shift behaviors and ways of thinking, while also getting to the root of the issues and feelings by understanding and processing them at the core.
(323) 825-4534 View (323) 825-4534
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Gina Wilson, MS Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, EMDR, Cert
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91602
Hi! Welcome, my life purpose is to work with Individuals to achieve their goals. I have 10 years experience with children, teens, adults, and groups. I will take the time to establish a meaningful relationship with you and collaborate with you to establish your goals of treatment. Together, we will engage in experiential exercises to help you create more awareness of your challenges and behaviors. With targeted interventions together we can reach your goals and find solutions, improve your life, and help you to feel good about yourself.
Hi! Welcome, my life purpose is to work with Individuals to achieve their goals. I have 10 years experience with children, teens, adults, and groups. I will take the time to establish a meaningful relationship with you and collaborate with you to establish your goals of treatment. Together, we will engage in experiential exercises to help you create more awareness of your challenges and behaviors. With targeted interventions together we can reach your goals and find solutions, improve your life, and help you to feel good about yourself.
(213) 894-9629 View (213) 894-9629
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Clear Mind Full Heart, Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
We believe the role of a therapist is to help you achieve clarity and balance so that you can move forward through life with strength, joy, and purpose. ​We have a team of therapists that are interactive and relational in sessions. Drawing on clinical expertise and individual life experience, we join with you where you are right now to help guide you through to where you want to be, and how you want to be living your best life.
We believe the role of a therapist is to help you achieve clarity and balance so that you can move forward through life with strength, joy, and purpose. ​We have a team of therapists that are interactive and relational in sessions. Drawing on clinical expertise and individual life experience, we join with you where you are right now to help guide you through to where you want to be, and how you want to be living your best life.
(818) 369-1961 View (818) 369-1961
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Michaela Tork
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Do you wake up feeling depressed dreading to get through another day? Do you try to fill the void in your life with sensation-seeking behaviors: alcohol, drugs, food, sex, shopping, TV, video games, internet surfing, online gaming, gambling etc.? Have you lost touch with the aspirations and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you? Are your relationships troubled? I can help! Seeking therapy takes courage and the prospect of talking to a stranger can be intimidating. I relate to the discomfort you may experience and provide a confidential, non-judgmental, supportive space to work with you.
Do you wake up feeling depressed dreading to get through another day? Do you try to fill the void in your life with sensation-seeking behaviors: alcohol, drugs, food, sex, shopping, TV, video games, internet surfing, online gaming, gambling etc.? Have you lost touch with the aspirations and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you? Are your relationships troubled? I can help! Seeking therapy takes courage and the prospect of talking to a stranger can be intimidating. I relate to the discomfort you may experience and provide a confidential, non-judgmental, supportive space to work with you.
(818) 794-7850 View (818) 794-7850
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Naira Keshishyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Hello and thanks for visiting! If you are struggling with relationships, family trauma, dating issues, eating disorders, self-image, career and life-transition issues, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I am passionate about self-discovery, empowerment and achieving one’s full potential and offer a direct and compassionate form of therapy. My goal for you in therapy is to be engaged in a collaborative process, one which promotes healing and growth. I believe that we all have the ability to turn our lives around, to love ourselves, and to experience progress and transformation.
Hello and thanks for visiting! If you are struggling with relationships, family trauma, dating issues, eating disorders, self-image, career and life-transition issues, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I am passionate about self-discovery, empowerment and achieving one’s full potential and offer a direct and compassionate form of therapy. My goal for you in therapy is to be engaged in a collaborative process, one which promotes healing and growth. I believe that we all have the ability to turn our lives around, to love ourselves, and to experience progress and transformation.
(805) 874-5248 View (805) 874-5248
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Cheryl Purdue
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
My focus is on healing developmental trauma and its accompanying symptoms, which include anxiety, depression and unresolved grief. With more than 40 years spent as a therapist, and with my specialized somatic training, I help my clients use their body, mind and heart to get grounded, discharge old trauma and connect to their authentic selves. The more any of us can live with access to our full, unimpeded life force, the greater the gift to ourselves and the world.
My focus is on healing developmental trauma and its accompanying symptoms, which include anxiety, depression and unresolved grief. With more than 40 years spent as a therapist, and with my specialized somatic training, I help my clients use their body, mind and heart to get grounded, discharge old trauma and connect to their authentic selves. The more any of us can live with access to our full, unimpeded life force, the greater the gift to ourselves and the world.
(818) 492-9966 View (818) 492-9966
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Hollace Dowdy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Would you like to experience a change in your life and in your relationships? You may be experiencing increased levels of anxiety, fear, depression, overwhelm and isolation- living with unresolved trauma. I am committed to helping you find a greater sense of well-being and relief, and to gently help you reconnect to your heart. My approach to psychotherapy is based in depth psychology. I offer creative and mindfulness-based strategies combined with trauma-informed tools integrating my work in Jungian and spiritual psychology with neuropsychology.
Would you like to experience a change in your life and in your relationships? You may be experiencing increased levels of anxiety, fear, depression, overwhelm and isolation- living with unresolved trauma. I am committed to helping you find a greater sense of well-being and relief, and to gently help you reconnect to your heart. My approach to psychotherapy is based in depth psychology. I offer creative and mindfulness-based strategies combined with trauma-informed tools integrating my work in Jungian and spiritual psychology with neuropsychology.
(818) 423-4654 View (818) 423-4654
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Boulevard Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
At Boulevard Therapy, we believe that life is a journey, and that we often benefit sharing our journey with someone who can help us to navigate life's unexpected or unfamiliar territories. Often the journey can become more difficult when we are overwhelmed with life's stress and challenges, leaving us feeling immobilized, out of control, confused, and/or in despair. Sometimes another perspective is beneficial as we navigate these paths.
At Boulevard Therapy, we believe that life is a journey, and that we often benefit sharing our journey with someone who can help us to navigate life's unexpected or unfamiliar territories. Often the journey can become more difficult when we are overwhelmed with life's stress and challenges, leaving us feeling immobilized, out of control, confused, and/or in despair. Sometimes another perspective is beneficial as we navigate these paths.
(818) 805-1172 View (818) 805-1172
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Laura Calnan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
My goal in therapy is to facilitate self-exploration in an attempt to heal and make sense of difficult situations, emotional states and relationships. I do this by providing a safe space to explore, free of judgments and agendas. Many of us get stuck in particular patterns just like grooves in a record and we never get out of those patterns. Through work in therapy we can create new grooves that result in different responses to the situations, emotions and relationships of life. The aim of therapy is to develop an awareness of our cognitive, behavioral and emotional patterns so that we can change them. Teletherapy & sliding scale.
My goal in therapy is to facilitate self-exploration in an attempt to heal and make sense of difficult situations, emotional states and relationships. I do this by providing a safe space to explore, free of judgments and agendas. Many of us get stuck in particular patterns just like grooves in a record and we never get out of those patterns. Through work in therapy we can create new grooves that result in different responses to the situations, emotions and relationships of life. The aim of therapy is to develop an awareness of our cognitive, behavioral and emotional patterns so that we can change them. Teletherapy & sliding scale.
(818) 962-6449 View (818) 962-6449
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Rita Bazeley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Creative individuals struggle with self esteem and career issues. Additionally, depression, anxiety, trauma, or a significant life transition, can interfere with career and relationships. Why haven’t we achieved success and fulfillment? -- We go through life feeling there must be more; more to our potential, our relationships, or just more? We imagine meeting the perfect partner and staying in love with them forever. Why can’t we find that perfect partner?
Creative individuals struggle with self esteem and career issues. Additionally, depression, anxiety, trauma, or a significant life transition, can interfere with career and relationships. Why haven’t we achieved success and fulfillment? -- We go through life feeling there must be more; more to our potential, our relationships, or just more? We imagine meeting the perfect partner and staying in love with them forever. Why can’t we find that perfect partner?
(213) 344-3901 View (213) 344-3901
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George Lough
Psychologist, PhD, SEP, NARM
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
I am also a cancer-survivor and I have empathy and understanding for the emotional difficulties people go through when they have a major life crisis.
If you grew up in a dysfunctional family it is essential to understand and heal from the emotional wounds you suffered in that environment. You internalized bad relationship styles. Your wounds may appear in the form of excessive fears, unexplained sadness, inappropriate expressions of anger and an inability to be creative. Facing the truth about your emotional wounds can give you the freedom to be your true self. In our therapy I'll provide you with the support and guidance you need, bringing a spiritual perspective, giving you an understanding of how your past affects your present.
I am also a cancer-survivor and I have empathy and understanding for the emotional difficulties people go through when they have a major life crisis.
If you grew up in a dysfunctional family it is essential to understand and heal from the emotional wounds you suffered in that environment. You internalized bad relationship styles. Your wounds may appear in the form of excessive fears, unexplained sadness, inappropriate expressions of anger and an inability to be creative. Facing the truth about your emotional wounds can give you the freedom to be your true self. In our therapy I'll provide you with the support and guidance you need, bringing a spiritual perspective, giving you an understanding of how your past affects your present.
(323) 629-8121 View (323) 629-8121
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Jann Sharlene Hoffman - Certified Hypnotherapist
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Jann Sharlene Hoffman - Life can be very challenging at times. I love helping people! Fear, anxiety, procrastination, low self-esteem, unhealthy habits are some of the blocks that prevent you from fulfilling your life. It doesn't have to be this way. I teach you tools through talking, mindfulness,meditation, laughter and hypnosis. I have been doing this work for almost 29 years. I can't express how wonderful it feels to help you become a better person for yourself and for your own life. Let's begin the journey. Don't wait! anymore.
Jann Sharlene Hoffman - Life can be very challenging at times. I love helping people! Fear, anxiety, procrastination, low self-esteem, unhealthy habits are some of the blocks that prevent you from fulfilling your life. It doesn't have to be this way. I teach you tools through talking, mindfulness,meditation, laughter and hypnosis. I have been doing this work for almost 29 years. I can't express how wonderful it feels to help you become a better person for yourself and for your own life. Let's begin the journey. Don't wait! anymore.
(818) 237-9128 View (818) 237-9128
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Simone Bienne
LPST, MAAdvDP, Dr Drew, Expert
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Are you struggling to end the cycle of thinking that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships that are rooted in trust, security, intimacy, and great communication? Do you want a fulfilling sex life? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past,overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
Are you struggling to end the cycle of thinking that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships that are rooted in trust, security, intimacy, and great communication? Do you want a fulfilling sex life? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past,overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
(213) 699-3939 View (213) 699-3939
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Mindi Levins-Pfeifer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Feeling overwhelmed , making decisions and dealing with life changes day to day can be so stressful.
My specialty is building relationships and making clients feel safe in a space to share. I focus on 1:1 ,couples, families and groups. I am always looking to balance solution focused sessions with underlying clinical issues. Helping clients feel like they can get some relief early on in therapy is a priority. Anxiety, depression, addiction, family relation issues, life transitions and Covid are just some areas of work are that are my specialty. Whether you are comfortable free flow talking or need a more interview style, I am comfortable doing both. I also specialize in young adult and dual diagnosis.
Feeling overwhelmed , making decisions and dealing with life changes day to day can be so stressful.
My specialty is building relationships and making clients feel safe in a space to share. I focus on 1:1 ,couples, families and groups. I am always looking to balance solution focused sessions with underlying clinical issues. Helping clients feel like they can get some relief early on in therapy is a priority. Anxiety, depression, addiction, family relation issues, life transitions and Covid are just some areas of work are that are my specialty. Whether you are comfortable free flow talking or need a more interview style, I am comfortable doing both. I also specialize in young adult and dual diagnosis.
(323) 765-1139 View (323) 765-1139
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Mastaneh Lashkari
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
As a therapist, I need to understand the underlying root of your visions, inspirations, insecurities, and defense mechanisms to help you lead your life.
My name is Mastaneh (Masti) Lashkari, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 136681. I have always been passionate about psychology, philosophy, art, and creativity. I aim to illuminate this profoundly beautiful yet miserable growth process as a therapist. To help you become more conscious, self-actualized, hopeful, and mature. Before psychotherapy, I achieved two decades of successful marketing and sales experience in Business Banking and Pharmaceutical Sales. In other words, I have been practicing and developing a multi-faced wide range of experiences in various forms of psychology for over 20 years.
As a therapist, I need to understand the underlying root of your visions, inspirations, insecurities, and defense mechanisms to help you lead your life.
My name is Mastaneh (Masti) Lashkari, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 136681. I have always been passionate about psychology, philosophy, art, and creativity. I aim to illuminate this profoundly beautiful yet miserable growth process as a therapist. To help you become more conscious, self-actualized, hopeful, and mature. Before psychotherapy, I achieved two decades of successful marketing and sales experience in Business Banking and Pharmaceutical Sales. In other words, I have been practicing and developing a multi-faced wide range of experiences in various forms of psychology for over 20 years.
(323) 991-9313 View (323) 991-9313
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Karen L Gold
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Your life experience is unique & distinctive, which is exactly how your therapeutic experience should be, as well.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over nine years experience. Within my practice, I'm well-experienced in working with people regarding a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ASD, body image issues, adolescence, childhood, grief & loss, geriatric, phase-of-life, LGBTQ+ & more. Within the therapeutic process, I incorporate evidence-based theories & modalities, catering to clients' specific needs, including family systems, solution-focused work, CBT, narrative & mindfulness techniques.
Your life experience is unique & distinctive, which is exactly how your therapeutic experience should be, as well.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over nine years experience. Within my practice, I'm well-experienced in working with people regarding a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ASD, body image issues, adolescence, childhood, grief & loss, geriatric, phase-of-life, LGBTQ+ & more. Within the therapeutic process, I incorporate evidence-based theories & modalities, catering to clients' specific needs, including family systems, solution-focused work, CBT, narrative & mindfulness techniques.
(323) 973-2843 View (323) 973-2843

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.