Life Coaching Therapists in Camps Bay

Photo of Angelo Vincent Deboni, Registered Counsellor
Angelo Vincent Deboni
Registered Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camps Bay 8005  (Online Only)
Rediscovering our humanity and growing a unique identity is essential for a fulfilled life.
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, value-based choices that help you build a purposeful, meaningful life. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) while and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues from my experience in life from personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early- life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
Rediscovering our humanity and growing a unique identity is essential for a fulfilled life.
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, value-based choices that help you build a purposeful, meaningful life. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) while and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues from my experience in life from personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early- life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
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Photo of Lisa Bold, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Lisa Bold
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Camps Bay 8005
I look forward to guiding and sharing in your journey to coming to know yourself more deeply and wholeheartedly, to alleviating your sense of emotional suffering and to enhancing your sense of well being, joy, peace and vitality in your life.
I enjoy working with people who want to explore themselves deeply, to ask questions about their internal world and make sense of how they relate to others, themselves and the outer world. You may well present with depression or anxiety or be struggling in a relationship. You want to engage therapeutically and gain insight into your relational dynamics and be able to make links between past early relationships with parents or family of origin and how these experiences have predisposed you to relating to others and the world in a unique way. You seek greater freedom from emotional conditioning and to know the fullness and joy of life.
I look forward to guiding and sharing in your journey to coming to know yourself more deeply and wholeheartedly, to alleviating your sense of emotional suffering and to enhancing your sense of well being, joy, peace and vitality in your life.
I enjoy working with people who want to explore themselves deeply, to ask questions about their internal world and make sense of how they relate to others, themselves and the outer world. You may well present with depression or anxiety or be struggling in a relationship. You want to engage therapeutically and gain insight into your relational dynamics and be able to make links between past early relationships with parents or family of origin and how these experiences have predisposed you to relating to others and the world in a unique way. You seek greater freedom from emotional conditioning and to know the fullness and joy of life.
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Noeleen van der Leek
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Camps Bay 8005
Therapy, counselling, coaching the list is endless. My goal is to find the right fit for you as client. Whether it’s a short term solution or a more in-depth exploration of negative behaviors, emotions or patterns there is a fit. I believe each individual has the ability to resolve personal problems on a certain level. The level depends on the individual, their resources, time, financial, social and environmental constraints. Working together we find what’s right for you!
Therapy, counselling, coaching the list is endless. My goal is to find the right fit for you as client. Whether it’s a short term solution or a more in-depth exploration of negative behaviors, emotions or patterns there is a fit. I believe each individual has the ability to resolve personal problems on a certain level. The level depends on the individual, their resources, time, financial, social and environmental constraints. Working together we find what’s right for you!
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Esmarilda Dankaert
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Camps Bay 8040
If you are ready to take ownership of your life going forward and finally become the person who you were truly meant to be, then reach out today! Why wait? Haven't you waited long enough? Any personal transformation journey is painful and hard, but the results far outweigh the difficult parts.
Are you at a stage in your life where you feel like you are stuck in a rut, or tired of self-sabotaging your own happiness and success, or tired or being tired, or being overly anxious all the time and feeling burnt out? Do you feel like you have lost touch with who you are, your dreams, your strengths? Do you not like the person you see in the mirror? Are you frustrated by your constant procrastination and lack of progress? Are you overwhelmed by the expectations of others? Do you find your work unfulfilling? Do you feel lost, personally, socially and/or professionally? Then you have landed on the right page!
If you are ready to take ownership of your life going forward and finally become the person who you were truly meant to be, then reach out today! Why wait? Haven't you waited long enough? Any personal transformation journey is painful and hard, but the results far outweigh the difficult parts.
Are you at a stage in your life where you feel like you are stuck in a rut, or tired of self-sabotaging your own happiness and success, or tired or being tired, or being overly anxious all the time and feeling burnt out? Do you feel like you have lost touch with who you are, your dreams, your strengths? Do you not like the person you see in the mirror? Are you frustrated by your constant procrastination and lack of progress? Are you overwhelmed by the expectations of others? Do you find your work unfulfilling? Do you feel lost, personally, socially and/or professionally? Then you have landed on the right page!
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Colette Ann Rodrigues
Social Worker, MA
Verified Verified
Camps Bay 8040
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
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Photo of Paul Conrad Kruger, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor, General Counsellor
Paul Conrad Kruger
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Camps Bay 8005
As we embark on this transformative journey, you’ll gain not only insights into your challenges but also the tools to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and clarity.
Life’s journey is often filled with twists and turns, and it’s natural to feel lost or overwhelmed at times. These feelings can serve as important signals, inviting us to pause, reflect, and realign with our true selves. Just as a mountain climber must ascend to reach breathtaking vistas, stepping into the light of therapy can illuminate a path toward healing and growth. With years of experience in the field of psychology, I understand that each individual’s journey is unique. My approach combines evidence-based practices with a deep sense of empathy, allowing me to tailor our sessions to your specific needs.
As we embark on this transformative journey, you’ll gain not only insights into your challenges but also the tools to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and clarity.
Life’s journey is often filled with twists and turns, and it’s natural to feel lost or overwhelmed at times. These feelings can serve as important signals, inviting us to pause, reflect, and realign with our true selves. Just as a mountain climber must ascend to reach breathtaking vistas, stepping into the light of therapy can illuminate a path toward healing and growth. With years of experience in the field of psychology, I understand that each individual’s journey is unique. My approach combines evidence-based practices with a deep sense of empathy, allowing me to tailor our sessions to your specific needs.
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More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Kate Clark - Thunder Life Coaching, General Counsellor
Thunder Life Coaching
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
If you feel a bit lost or you're having trouble coping with life changes, we can figure out what can support you on this new path.
Let’s be real, let’s be true to each other. We’ve all been through pain, we’ve experienced struggles and we know what it’s like out there, we’ve had the good and the bad. If you're ready to change your current situation and achieve your goals, then contact me and we'll create a game plan. Tell me more about your story!
If you feel a bit lost or you're having trouble coping with life changes, we can figure out what can support you on this new path.
Let’s be real, let’s be true to each other. We’ve all been through pain, we’ve experienced struggles and we know what it’s like out there, we’ve had the good and the bad. If you're ready to change your current situation and achieve your goals, then contact me and we'll create a game plan. Tell me more about your story!
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Photo of Elvira de Jager - JustLive Coaching & Counselling-JustLive (Pty) Ltd, MPsych, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor, General Counsellor
JustLive Coaching & Counselling-JustLive (Pty) Ltd
General Counsellor, MPsych, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Sea Point 8060  (Online Only)
I help transform lives by guiding people towards positive change & life balance.
I am a Mental Health Counsellor & Life Coach - outgoing, flamboyant & caring describes some of my attributes. I’m passionate about people, their development, education and training, life coaching, empowerment, life enrichment & motivation. Additional to loving people, I love art, & simplicity & adore animals & nature. I balance my life by running & hiking, being a book enthusiast, obsessed nature lover, & passionate about my family.
I help transform lives by guiding people towards positive change & life balance.
I am a Mental Health Counsellor & Life Coach - outgoing, flamboyant & caring describes some of my attributes. I’m passionate about people, their development, education and training, life coaching, empowerment, life enrichment & motivation. Additional to loving people, I love art, & simplicity & adore animals & nature. I balance my life by running & hiking, being a book enthusiast, obsessed nature lover, & passionate about my family.
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Photo of Jane Hudson, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych., Psychologist
Jane Hudson
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Green Point 8005
Waitlist for new clients
Whether a client is dealing with depression, anxiety, illness, relationship challenges, trauma or general life stressors, I tailor therapy to individual needs.
My ideal client is someone facing difficulties / challenges in their life. This might be personal, situational, medical, relational, historical, anticipatory. The client may need to make changes, (situation or attitude) find solutions or come to terms with the situation. Their goals and needs are individual and they are likely to want to be heard, understood and guided through a period of change or adjustment
Whether a client is dealing with depression, anxiety, illness, relationship challenges, trauma or general life stressors, I tailor therapy to individual needs.
My ideal client is someone facing difficulties / challenges in their life. This might be personal, situational, medical, relational, historical, anticipatory. The client may need to make changes, (situation or attitude) find solutions or come to terms with the situation. Their goals and needs are individual and they are likely to want to be heard, understood and guided through a period of change or adjustment
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Photo of Ruan Swanepoel - Ruan Swanepoel | Me Therapy, General Counsellor
Ruan Swanepoel | Me Therapy
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
Strategic business and career coaching & purposeful life coaching is my passion. Ambitious and career orientated professionals will benefit from the coaching process as it allows you to challenge your critical reasoning, leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Strategic business and career coaching & purposeful life coaching is my passion. Ambitious and career orientated professionals will benefit from the coaching process as it allows you to challenge your critical reasoning, leadership and strategic thinking skills.
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Angie Rambaran
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
As much as it can be overwhelming to navigate through life's many challenges, we are dedicated to providing you with empathetic and effective support tailored to your needs.
Everyone today is facing many challenges and lack of belongingness within the society. The difficult circumstances that they face are because of limited opportunities, viable employment and health and social services. These challenges that they endure affect them both internally and externally which can be overwhelming and thus inhibits them from reaching their full potential.
As much as it can be overwhelming to navigate through life's many challenges, we are dedicated to providing you with empathetic and effective support tailored to your needs.
Everyone today is facing many challenges and lack of belongingness within the society. The difficult circumstances that they face are because of limited opportunities, viable employment and health and social services. These challenges that they endure affect them both internally and externally which can be overwhelming and thus inhibits them from reaching their full potential.
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Photo of Leonie M Dippenaar, General Counsellor
Leonie M Dippenaar
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001  (Online Only)
Leonie works on the emotional aspects that interfere with your life and influence all levels of your life using Holistic Transforming Methods to create lasting change.
Leonie is a Transformative Mindset Coach/counselor. Are you tired of being stuck in survival mode? Grief, sadness, Loss over what if? Are guil and shame holding you in bondage? Do you question life, wanting to give up? Is living a lie draining your life force? With Abandonment issues, comes Fear, Anxiety, and Trauma. Do you not feel being heard? Old coping self-destructive bad habits block your life and repeatedly set yourself up for failure! Let Leonie help you Reset that feeling of loss and hopelessness. Learn to Regain self-control, bring in balance, and find your Joy through acceptance.
Leonie works on the emotional aspects that interfere with your life and influence all levels of your life using Holistic Transforming Methods to create lasting change.
Leonie is a Transformative Mindset Coach/counselor. Are you tired of being stuck in survival mode? Grief, sadness, Loss over what if? Are guil and shame holding you in bondage? Do you question life, wanting to give up? Is living a lie draining your life force? With Abandonment issues, comes Fear, Anxiety, and Trauma. Do you not feel being heard? Old coping self-destructive bad habits block your life and repeatedly set yourself up for failure! Let Leonie help you Reset that feeling of loss and hopelessness. Learn to Regain self-control, bring in balance, and find your Joy through acceptance.
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Cicilia Visser
MA
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
If you need to drastically transform your life and career, you are in the right place. I can help you radically improve your relationships, make major career transitions, and become the best version of yourself! I believe in the elasticity of human potential and that anyone can change given the right resources and professional guidance. With 18 years’ combined experience in psychology, corporate consulting, and education, I know what sticks and brings about real and sustainable change in people. My coaching sessions are high-impact and practical to equip people with the necessary skills to thrive despite life’s adversities.
If you need to drastically transform your life and career, you are in the right place. I can help you radically improve your relationships, make major career transitions, and become the best version of yourself! I believe in the elasticity of human potential and that anyone can change given the right resources and professional guidance. With 18 years’ combined experience in psychology, corporate consulting, and education, I know what sticks and brings about real and sustainable change in people. My coaching sessions are high-impact and practical to equip people with the necessary skills to thrive despite life’s adversities.
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Photo of Ellie Lawrence. Counsellor. Life Coach Practitioner, BSocSci Hons
Ellie Lawrence. Counsellor. Life Coach Practitioner
BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
Are you feeling lonely, Depressed, Anxious or Feeling stuck? "Do you have unresolved or conflict issues from childhood, or do you feel your stresses playing havoc with your mind? Make time to discuss these issues, to find solutions to move on in your life! Sharing your issues will definitely lighten your burdens, no-matter what your problems are! You are not alone, we are here to help you offload and find solutions. We are looking forward to help you reach clarity and freedom. Awaiting your call or email. Ellie Lawrence, Counsellor, Life Coach and Journey Practitioner
Are you feeling lonely, Depressed, Anxious or Feeling stuck? "Do you have unresolved or conflict issues from childhood, or do you feel your stresses playing havoc with your mind? Make time to discuss these issues, to find solutions to move on in your life! Sharing your issues will definitely lighten your burdens, no-matter what your problems are! You are not alone, we are here to help you offload and find solutions. We are looking forward to help you reach clarity and freedom. Awaiting your call or email. Ellie Lawrence, Counsellor, Life Coach and Journey Practitioner
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Photo of Steven Garbman, HPCSA - Counsellor, Registered Counsellor
Steven Garbman
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Sea Point 8060
Embracing my training in the field of Psychology, Leadership and Business, I am able to bring together a multi-faceted approach to dealing with not only addiction, but to really help you make those difficult life decisions which often leaves you stuck.
Each person brings their own experiences and challenges into their personal and professional environments. Aligning yourself to form healthy productive relationships can be challenging at the best of times. How much more so, when there are barriers limiting you from achieving your full potential. Change is ongoing, getting a new job, dating, marriage, starting a family, moving to a new home/country, death, loss of a job, health status change. You must break through the denial and learn the tools that will improve your interactions with others. This takes courage & it’s difficult. Let let me help you improve your quality of life.
Embracing my training in the field of Psychology, Leadership and Business, I am able to bring together a multi-faceted approach to dealing with not only addiction, but to really help you make those difficult life decisions which often leaves you stuck.
Each person brings their own experiences and challenges into their personal and professional environments. Aligning yourself to form healthy productive relationships can be challenging at the best of times. How much more so, when there are barriers limiting you from achieving your full potential. Change is ongoing, getting a new job, dating, marriage, starting a family, moving to a new home/country, death, loss of a job, health status change. You must break through the denial and learn the tools that will improve your interactions with others. This takes courage & it’s difficult. Let let me help you improve your quality of life.
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Pierre West
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vredehoek 8001
Restoring Wholeness is committed to enhancing overall well-being through counselling services that integrate the interconnected aspects of life—body, mind, and spirit. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship issues, trauma, or seeking personal growth, support is provided with the goal of assisting as effectively as possible. The focus is on treating the whole person, acknowledging the intricate connections between physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Restoring Wholeness offers wellness counselling that addresses mental health support and emotional well-being to help individuals navigate life's challenges.
Restoring Wholeness is committed to enhancing overall well-being through counselling services that integrate the interconnected aspects of life—body, mind, and spirit. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship issues, trauma, or seeking personal growth, support is provided with the goal of assisting as effectively as possible. The focus is on treating the whole person, acknowledging the intricate connections between physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Restoring Wholeness offers wellness counselling that addresses mental health support and emotional well-being to help individuals navigate life's challenges.
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Photo of Luzelle Fish, HPCSA - Counsellor, Registered Counsellor
Luzelle Fish
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
This protocol is designed to rapidly change unwanted neural pathways and the results are fast, lasting and life-changing.
Counselling provides a safe space to explore the problems that trouble all of us on this journey through life. We address behaviours, emotions and thoughts that are no longer serving us or which prevent us to optimally perform in different areas of our lives. This unfolding and unraveling may ultimately lead to improved relationships, new coping mechanisms, increased sense of self awareness, and personal development. My approach is warm and collaborative and I value the therapeutic relationship as a tool for meaningful change.
This protocol is designed to rapidly change unwanted neural pathways and the results are fast, lasting and life-changing.
Counselling provides a safe space to explore the problems that trouble all of us on this journey through life. We address behaviours, emotions and thoughts that are no longer serving us or which prevent us to optimally perform in different areas of our lives. This unfolding and unraveling may ultimately lead to improved relationships, new coping mechanisms, increased sense of self awareness, and personal development. My approach is warm and collaborative and I value the therapeutic relationship as a tool for meaningful change.
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Photo of Ruan Swanepoel, BSocSci Hons, General Counsellor
Ruan Swanepoel
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
I believe in my clients and aim to invest in their quality of life, believing that they can and should live their best lives.
I welcome individuals, couples and families, while accommodating clients with sessions after office hours and over weekends. I specialise in providing counselling and tools to men & women ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ who are struggling with identity, intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy, depression, looking for meaning in their lives, and a lack of meaning relationships. I have a passion for working with couples & families who have conflict or communication problems. I have extensive experience in working with career focused clients, conducting career planning, coaching & counselling.
I believe in my clients and aim to invest in their quality of life, believing that they can and should live their best lives.
I welcome individuals, couples and families, while accommodating clients with sessions after office hours and over weekends. I specialise in providing counselling and tools to men & women ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ who are struggling with identity, intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy, depression, looking for meaning in their lives, and a lack of meaning relationships. I have a passion for working with couples & families who have conflict or communication problems. I have extensive experience in working with career focused clients, conducting career planning, coaching & counselling.
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Siphiwe Ramalwa
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cape Town City 8000
You have done everything in your power to get back the spark and zeal for life but are struggling.
Greetings. I'm based in Nu 1 Motherwell, Port Elizabeth. Life can be challenging to navigate and taking the first step toward therapy can be daunting. When you take this courageous step, you will be met with warmth and empathy.  I work with clients who are struggling with trauma, grief, low self esteem, stress, anxiety, coping skills and depression. I also render pre-marital, couple counselling as well. I am intentional about building a relationship with my clients that is rooted in trust and safety. We will work together to reduce emotional distress, recover hope, and build resiliency. Face to face and online.
You have done everything in your power to get back the spark and zeal for life but are struggling.
Greetings. I'm based in Nu 1 Motherwell, Port Elizabeth. Life can be challenging to navigate and taking the first step toward therapy can be daunting. When you take this courageous step, you will be met with warmth and empathy.  I work with clients who are struggling with trauma, grief, low self esteem, stress, anxiety, coping skills and depression. I also render pre-marital, couple counselling as well. I am intentional about building a relationship with my clients that is rooted in trust and safety. We will work together to reduce emotional distress, recover hope, and build resiliency. Face to face and online.
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Dr Irene Strydom On-line Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000  (Online Only)
Talk about about what activates you and how it impacts on your life.
On-line psychotherapy sessions. A safe space will be created in which clients can unload, share and heal from the effects of emotional turmoil and trauma.
Talk about about what activates you and how it impacts on your life.
On-line psychotherapy sessions. A safe space will be created in which clients can unload, share and heal from the effects of emotional turmoil and trauma.
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Life Coaching Counsellors

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.