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Kevin T Thorne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, CPLC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
You are not alone. Most people at some time in their life could benefit from seeing a professional therapist to help them through a difficult and stressful time. Therapy is often the last resort and people are naturally anxious talking about their difficulties with a stranger. To ease the process, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and caring environment to help you find your way through whatever is troubling you. I am a Licensed Clinician in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
You are not alone. Most people at some time in their life could benefit from seeing a professional therapist to help them through a difficult and stressful time. Therapy is often the last resort and people are naturally anxious talking about their difficulties with a stranger. To ease the process, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and caring environment to help you find your way through whatever is troubling you. I am a Licensed Clinician in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
(240) 219-3232 View (240) 219-3232
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Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
If you are ready to create a shift in your life experience or trajectory, I will compassionately guide and support you while also challenging and holding you accountable to your goals.
Many of my clients have done therapy before and want more than a therapist who can listen and validate. I offer guidance, feedback, coping tools and mindfulness practices to help clients dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationship frustrations to enhance their confidence, resilience and interpersonal effectiveness. By responding with intention (instead of reacting from fear), you will be able to navigate decisions and respond to stress, in a way reveals new opportunities. You will emerge from our work together having peace about the past, contentment in the present and optimism for the future.
If you are ready to create a shift in your life experience or trajectory, I will compassionately guide and support you while also challenging and holding you accountable to your goals.
Many of my clients have done therapy before and want more than a therapist who can listen and validate. I offer guidance, feedback, coping tools and mindfulness practices to help clients dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationship frustrations to enhance their confidence, resilience and interpersonal effectiveness. By responding with intention (instead of reacting from fear), you will be able to navigate decisions and respond to stress, in a way reveals new opportunities. You will emerge from our work together having peace about the past, contentment in the present and optimism for the future.
(310) 340-2179 View (310) 340-2179
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Lawrence T Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Life happens to all of us, contact us today by visiting the website above to schedule your consultation session.
Visit www.achieveitcounseling.com for a wealth of resources aimed at empowering your decision to find the right therapist for you. Rather than focusing on myself, my education, and background, I prioritize providing you with the information you need to determine if I may be a suitable fit. It's crucial to me that your needs take center stage. Those who are motivated to attain consistant small victories and develop a mindset of gratitude to alter the course of their lives often thrive in therapy sessions with me. My ultimate aim? To be let go, a testament to your accomplishments and our collaborative journey towards your well-being.
Life happens to all of us, contact us today by visiting the website above to schedule your consultation session.
Visit www.achieveitcounseling.com for a wealth of resources aimed at empowering your decision to find the right therapist for you. Rather than focusing on myself, my education, and background, I prioritize providing you with the information you need to determine if I may be a suitable fit. It's crucial to me that your needs take center stage. Those who are motivated to attain consistant small victories and develop a mindset of gratitude to alter the course of their lives often thrive in therapy sessions with me. My ultimate aim? To be let go, a testament to your accomplishments and our collaborative journey towards your well-being.
(301) 450-6721 View (301) 450-6721
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Shuantia Barber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, SAP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906  (Online Only)
Now Accepting Weekend Appointments! Feeling stuck on and off the relationship roller coaster again? You have the education, career, but you still feel empty. Maybe you have the house, husband and kids but still feel overwhelmed and alone. You want change. Today. I understand I been there. I want to help you navigate change to become a better you. There is a way out; path towards a more fulfilled life. Anxiety, depression, pressure from spouse and kids or pressure because you have no spouse or kids. It does not have to be this way. Call me lets talk. Lets go on this journey together to create your change.
Now Accepting Weekend Appointments! Feeling stuck on and off the relationship roller coaster again? You have the education, career, but you still feel empty. Maybe you have the house, husband and kids but still feel overwhelmed and alone. You want change. Today. I understand I been there. I want to help you navigate change to become a better you. There is a way out; path towards a more fulfilled life. Anxiety, depression, pressure from spouse and kids or pressure because you have no spouse or kids. It does not have to be this way. Call me lets talk. Lets go on this journey together to create your change.
(980) 888-8361 View (980) 888-8361
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Peggy Mitchell Clarke
PhD
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20905  (Online Only)
With 30+ years of combined experience as a therapist, Christian life coach and mentor, psychology professor, and ordained minister, my coaching methods are rooted in Biblical principles and leverage powerful habit and motivation science to address the beliefs, emotions, and behaviors that hinder personal, professional, and spiritual growth.
Hi there, I'm Dr. Peggy Mitchell Clarke, and I help ambitious Christian women and college students navigate difficult work, school, and personal challenges and heal inner emotional wounds that cause self doubt, mental clutter, frustration, emptiness, disconnection, anger, burnout, and discontentment so you can feel more confident, fulfilled, and productive.
With 30+ years of combined experience as a therapist, Christian life coach and mentor, psychology professor, and ordained minister, my coaching methods are rooted in Biblical principles and leverage powerful habit and motivation science to address the beliefs, emotions, and behaviors that hinder personal, professional, and spiritual growth.
Hi there, I'm Dr. Peggy Mitchell Clarke, and I help ambitious Christian women and college students navigate difficult work, school, and personal challenges and heal inner emotional wounds that cause self doubt, mental clutter, frustration, emptiness, disconnection, anger, burnout, and discontentment so you can feel more confident, fulfilled, and productive.
(757) 906-6830 View (757) 906-6830
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Sherry Samuels
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
Have you ever felt disconnected…from yourself? If the answer is "Yes", you are in the right place! No matter your age or where you are in life, experiencing feelings of frustration, overwhelm, fear, etc. can come up and take residence, leaving us feeling disconnected from the best of who we are. When this happens, it can feel impossible to find a sense of peace, trust yourself or even communicate with ease. But there IS hope! Are you ready to create a connection to self that is both purpose-driven and sustainable? Let’s talk about it!
Have you ever felt disconnected…from yourself? If the answer is "Yes", you are in the right place! No matter your age or where you are in life, experiencing feelings of frustration, overwhelm, fear, etc. can come up and take residence, leaving us feeling disconnected from the best of who we are. When this happens, it can feel impossible to find a sense of peace, trust yourself or even communicate with ease. But there IS hope! Are you ready to create a connection to self that is both purpose-driven and sustainable? Let’s talk about it!
(301) 637-8416 View (301) 637-8416
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M Mental Health and Wellness Plus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Therapists would offer customized insights on accomplishing a meaningful life through therapy and life coaching to provide guidance related to healthy lifestyle.
I believe in the inseparable aspects of mental wellness and healthy lifestyle changes as each complements the other. We offer a blend of therapeutic services aimed at integrating mental health techniques with lifestyle changes. I work with parents with children with behavioral problems and attend EIP meetings to support parents. The program offers medication management.
Therapists would offer customized insights on accomplishing a meaningful life through therapy and life coaching to provide guidance related to healthy lifestyle.
I believe in the inseparable aspects of mental wellness and healthy lifestyle changes as each complements the other. We offer a blend of therapeutic services aimed at integrating mental health techniques with lifestyle changes. I work with parents with children with behavioral problems and attend EIP meetings to support parents. The program offers medication management.
(301) 918-5349 View (301) 918-5349
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Moshe Holzer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
I have a unique integrative approach incorporating CBT, Somatic work, IFS, Bowen Family Systems, Relational Life Therapy, Imago, and more.
No Crunch Counseling: Clear, Grounded, Connected. I provide a comfortable setting to understand what you are experiencing and learn skills to move forward. I help individuals, couples, and families gain clarity and connection. Relationships have the potential for love, understanding, and security. When this is not present, the effects can be painful and isolating. Our relationship with ourselves is the same way. We sometimes feel frustrated, stuck, or overwhelmed. With the right tools, we can have clear thinking, manage challenges, and feel content.
I have a unique integrative approach incorporating CBT, Somatic work, IFS, Bowen Family Systems, Relational Life Therapy, Imago, and more.
No Crunch Counseling: Clear, Grounded, Connected. I provide a comfortable setting to understand what you are experiencing and learn skills to move forward. I help individuals, couples, and families gain clarity and connection. Relationships have the potential for love, understanding, and security. When this is not present, the effects can be painful and isolating. Our relationship with ourselves is the same way. We sometimes feel frustrated, stuck, or overwhelmed. With the right tools, we can have clear thinking, manage challenges, and feel content.
(301) 769-7782 View (301) 769-7782
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Wholesome Minds, LLC.
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901  (Online Only)
In therapy and coaching, our focus is on overall mental wellness and improving the mental health and mental capacity of individuals with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, race-based issues, relationships, life transitions, somatic health, weight loss, pain related issues, and weight management.
We are a group practice of licensed clinical psychologists and social workers. Collectively, we have experience covering the developmental lifespan from assessing and treating young children with behavioral and learning concerns to working with adolescents and (young and older) adult clients who have issues navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, significant life stressors, and life transitions. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We work to achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing an individualized treatment plan.
In therapy and coaching, our focus is on overall mental wellness and improving the mental health and mental capacity of individuals with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, race-based issues, relationships, life transitions, somatic health, weight loss, pain related issues, and weight management.
We are a group practice of licensed clinical psychologists and social workers. Collectively, we have experience covering the developmental lifespan from assessing and treating young children with behavioral and learning concerns to working with adolescents and (young and older) adult clients who have issues navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, significant life stressors, and life transitions. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We work to achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing an individualized treatment plan.
(301) 307-5730 View (301) 307-5730
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Halimah Adarra Hargett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
Paul Coelho says, “Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about unbecoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.” I support clients on the journey back to themselves. We often put pressure on ourselves to “be” a certain way - so much that life can feel like acting instead of living. This acting can feel draining and lead to increased stress, anxiety and depression. I believe that therapy is a space where you can take off the facade and reconnect with your genuine, whole self - finding freedom and renewed vitality. I invite you to begin your journey.
Paul Coelho says, “Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about unbecoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.” I support clients on the journey back to themselves. We often put pressure on ourselves to “be” a certain way - so much that life can feel like acting instead of living. This acting can feel draining and lead to increased stress, anxiety and depression. I believe that therapy is a space where you can take off the facade and reconnect with your genuine, whole self - finding freedom and renewed vitality. I invite you to begin your journey.
(443) 873-2601 x1001 View (443) 873-2601 x1001
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Bridges 2 LIFE, LLC
ACC, BCMHC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901  (Online Only)
As an ICF Certified Life Coach and Mental Health Coach, I am here to offer support through life coaching, temperament counseling, and other strategies for dealing with anxiety, grief, self-esteem barriers, and other life-limiting emotional issues that many of us face.
Hello! After working 31 years as a highly respected business leader with a successful career history of leading business and personal transformation, I decided to pursue my passion for helping men and women realize their full potential and began to exercise my gifts of coaching, mentoring, and training by launching Bridges 2 Life, LLC, a faith-based life coaching organization.
As an ICF Certified Life Coach and Mental Health Coach, I am here to offer support through life coaching, temperament counseling, and other strategies for dealing with anxiety, grief, self-esteem barriers, and other life-limiting emotional issues that many of us face.
Hello! After working 31 years as a highly respected business leader with a successful career history of leading business and personal transformation, I decided to pursue my passion for helping men and women realize their full potential and began to exercise my gifts of coaching, mentoring, and training by launching Bridges 2 Life, LLC, a faith-based life coaching organization.
(301) 720-1576 View (301) 720-1576
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Crystal J Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
**Flexible evening and weekend appointments available.** Therapy should have lasting impact and help you to create meaningful change in your life, for the long-term. I approach care with humor, compassion, and an open-mind. Change is hard, developing insight can be painful, and avoidance seems like a better idea on paper than it typically is. As a therapist I value your needs, your pace, and your goals. We can get there.
**Flexible evening and weekend appointments available.** Therapy should have lasting impact and help you to create meaningful change in your life, for the long-term. I approach care with humor, compassion, and an open-mind. Change is hard, developing insight can be painful, and avoidance seems like a better idea on paper than it typically is. As a therapist I value your needs, your pace, and your goals. We can get there.
(301) 701-2081 x100 View (301) 701-2081 x100
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Joseph C Melendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
(240) 730-4353 View (240) 730-4353
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Liz Schroth
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, BCN, BCC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Are you going through a transition in your life? Feeling stuck and find it difficult to move forward? Many times, when things do not go as planned or the way we hope, it can feel stressful, confusing and sometimes overwhelming. I specialize in helping individuals, particularly young adults, teenagers, and school-age children, in navigating these challenging transitions (e.g., struggling in school, failure to progress in college, experiencing anxiety or depression, etc.). I work with people who need more than just “talking” with a therapist. My approach to therapy is unique.
Are you going through a transition in your life? Feeling stuck and find it difficult to move forward? Many times, when things do not go as planned or the way we hope, it can feel stressful, confusing and sometimes overwhelming. I specialize in helping individuals, particularly young adults, teenagers, and school-age children, in navigating these challenging transitions (e.g., struggling in school, failure to progress in college, experiencing anxiety or depression, etc.). I work with people who need more than just “talking” with a therapist. My approach to therapy is unique.
(301) 960-3911 View (301) 960-3911
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Yarrisa Reid- Comprehensive Clinical Solutions
Counselor, MC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906  (Online Only)
My name is Yarrisa Reid, I'm a Mastered Level Counselor. I want to help you live your Best Life! I enjoy working with young adults and the older adult population. I specialize in individual and couples therapy. I want to to help you tackle issues such as, but not limited to mood disorders (depression/anxiety), trauma, relationships/family conflicts. One size does not fit all, therefore techniques utilized are used and adjusted based upon the client's needs. I focus heavily on one's thoughts, feelings, emotions and response to internal/external stimuli.
My name is Yarrisa Reid, I'm a Mastered Level Counselor. I want to help you live your Best Life! I enjoy working with young adults and the older adult population. I specialize in individual and couples therapy. I want to to help you tackle issues such as, but not limited to mood disorders (depression/anxiety), trauma, relationships/family conflicts. One size does not fit all, therefore techniques utilized are used and adjusted based upon the client's needs. I focus heavily on one's thoughts, feelings, emotions and response to internal/external stimuli.
(240) 679-5674 View (240) 679-5674
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Thrive Behavioral Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
I find that many people have dealt with so much trauma and disappointment in life that they begin to feel powerless. The way out isn’t necessarily to fix all the problems in your life, but to learn how to respond differently to them, as your capable self. You might wonder what your life purpose really is, or feel as if you’re stuck in the same cycle. Many of my clients have described feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending pressures of life. Sometimes it takes an outside perspective to see a new path. I help people get out of unhelpful patterns, so they can pursue their true purpose, no matter what’s happening around them.
I find that many people have dealt with so much trauma and disappointment in life that they begin to feel powerless. The way out isn’t necessarily to fix all the problems in your life, but to learn how to respond differently to them, as your capable self. You might wonder what your life purpose really is, or feel as if you’re stuck in the same cycle. Many of my clients have described feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending pressures of life. Sometimes it takes an outside perspective to see a new path. I help people get out of unhelpful patterns, so they can pursue their true purpose, no matter what’s happening around them.
(443) 383-3766 View (443) 383-3766
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Dr. Halima Dargan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906  (Online Only)
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, anger management, self-esteem, and a variety of life issue combinations.
In addition to being a clinical supervisor in La and MD, I work specifically with student-athletes and high performing women, as there is a unique set of pressures for both populations. It is important to have a special skill set to thrive in their lives. Too often though, there is either a lack of balance or decreased performance, and both are needed for sustained wellness and success. Through a combination of psychotherapies and performance psychology, I aim to help clients achieve their goals. I believe that the therapeutic process is a partnership that the client is in control of, as they know their lives the best.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, anger management, self-esteem, and a variety of life issue combinations.
In addition to being a clinical supervisor in La and MD, I work specifically with student-athletes and high performing women, as there is a unique set of pressures for both populations. It is important to have a special skill set to thrive in their lives. Too often though, there is either a lack of balance or decreased performance, and both are needed for sustained wellness and success. Through a combination of psychotherapies and performance psychology, I aim to help clients achieve their goals. I believe that the therapeutic process is a partnership that the client is in control of, as they know their lives the best.
(301) 479-6876 View (301) 479-6876
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Shamyla Tareen, LCSW-C, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
The right therapist can make all of the difference in one's journey to healing. A well matched therapist provides confidential, non-judgmental guidance, comfort and a sense of safety to their clients. I believe that every person holds their own answers to attaining their best life, and therapy is a way of unlocking, processing and utilizing those answers to create positive change. It is a relationship that helps you grow in a comfortable way. I am a licensed clinical social worker, and I have over ten years of experience empowering adults from diverse backgrounds to make desired changes for a better, richer, more fulfilled life.
The right therapist can make all of the difference in one's journey to healing. A well matched therapist provides confidential, non-judgmental guidance, comfort and a sense of safety to their clients. I believe that every person holds their own answers to attaining their best life, and therapy is a way of unlocking, processing and utilizing those answers to create positive change. It is a relationship that helps you grow in a comfortable way. I am a licensed clinical social worker, and I have over ten years of experience empowering adults from diverse backgrounds to make desired changes for a better, richer, more fulfilled life.
(240) 979-0702 View (240) 979-0702
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Thoughts & Emotions, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
It is my hope that in working with individuals to better meet their own goals, I am able to help them to live happier and more fulfilled lives. I look forward to meeting with you and exploring the different options to improving your life. Over the past 24 years I have worked extensively with adults struggling with depression & anxiety as well as adolescents, and their families. My practice, Thoughts & Emotions, LLC works with adults, adolescents, preteens and children. Please take a look at my website for more information regarding my experience and practice.
It is my hope that in working with individuals to better meet their own goals, I am able to help them to live happier and more fulfilled lives. I look forward to meeting with you and exploring the different options to improving your life. Over the past 24 years I have worked extensively with adults struggling with depression & anxiety as well as adolescents, and their families. My practice, Thoughts & Emotions, LLC works with adults, adolescents, preteens and children. Please take a look at my website for more information regarding my experience and practice.
(301) 450-7436 View (301) 450-7436
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Petrina E Yemane
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I strive to use a positive psychology to bring insights and empowerment to my clients. Over the past 20 years, I have used Cognitive Behavioral techniques, a Person Centered approach and a warm style of coaching, to support individuals who struggle with mental and emotional difficulties. As a seasoned therapist and trained in EMDR for Trauma, I work with those who have Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Stress & Anger Management issues and a host of other life struggles. The focus in therapy is to move towards a more stable, healthy and progressive way of living.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I strive to use a positive psychology to bring insights and empowerment to my clients. Over the past 20 years, I have used Cognitive Behavioral techniques, a Person Centered approach and a warm style of coaching, to support individuals who struggle with mental and emotional difficulties. As a seasoned therapist and trained in EMDR for Trauma, I work with those who have Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Stress & Anger Management issues and a host of other life struggles. The focus in therapy is to move towards a more stable, healthy and progressive way of living.
(703) 215-1938 View (703) 215-1938

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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.