What is the difference between therapy and coaching?

Coaching is a forward-focused approach that aims to help individuals achieve specific goals, whether they are personal or professional. Coaches work with clients to identify their strengths, set achievable goals, and develop strategies to overcome obstacles.

Therapy is a process designed to help individuals understand and resolve emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges and help clients explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.

Generally speaking, coaching is more focused on helping you achieve your future goals, while psychotherapy tends to have more of a past and present focus, especially on understanding what elements of your past life and present life are contributing to your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors right now.

Who is this approach appropriate for?

The use of somatic and mind-body modalities is for the purposes of emotional processing, spiritual emergence, creativity enhancement, stress management, exploring life purpose, and self-discovery. This approach is recommended for those who wish to be free of pain from certain experiences or circumstances, to change the nature of their current and future relationships, and to align with their fullest potential. These modalities are often used in the treatment of trauma, eating disorders, grief and loss recovery, and emotional regulation.

What is the frequency and length of treatment?

Each treatment plan is individualized based on unique needs and goals. Some people may participate in six to ten weekly sessions to focus on a specific area or goal, such as integrating a psychedelic experience, and reconnect when and if there is a new need. Some people utilize our services every few weeks or months to gain new perspectives or explore blocks that arise in life. Some people utilize services on a set schedule for six months or longer to have a continued source of support through a long-term growth or recovery process.

Is birth preparation the same as doula services?

Doulas typically offer a physical support component, are present during labor, may act as an advocate for someone in their healthcare choices, and provide short-term postpartum support. Our services focus on the emotional support and self-care components of birth preparation and in the postpartum period. We provide informational support within our scope of practice and help connect people with resources and/or referrals if more specialized information is desired. We can also provide long-term postpartum support. We do not act as a healthcare advocate but can work with people in clarifying their choices and wishes and self-advocating. We do not offer physical or labor support but can help to connect people with resources and referrals for individuals who offer these services. We provide support to mothers and to partners or other guardians.