How is coaching different from counselling?
Coaching focuses on setting goals and actions for the future, while counselling supports clinical mental health, past traumas and emotional healing.
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Coaching helps you find your own solutions. A coach encourages you to focus on moving forward, providing support in a safe, judgment-free space.
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Counselling helps people deal with personal problems, emotions, or past experiences. It focuses on understanding feelings and finding ways to cope.
A coach may be a good choice if:
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You want to focus on future goals and personal growth
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You’re looking for guidance and support in everyday challenges and decisions (as opposed to emotional or psychological issues)
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You want to discover practical strategies for achieving specific objectives
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You need accountability and motivation
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You’re ready to take action and make changes
A counsellor may be more appropriate if:
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You’re dealing with difficult thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
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You need to process past experiences or emotional wounds
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You’re experiencing symptoms of clinical anxiety or depression
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You’re experiencing trauma
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You want to explore deep-rooted behavioural patterns