I understand it can be a challenge to decide whether to go the route of therapy or coaching. Here are some common FAQ's that clients ask when exploring their options...
"Once I woke up to the notion that many of my ways were merely a product of my past & I had the gift of using my conditioning as a roadmap to heal...everything changed for the better"
Hayley
Frequently Asked Questions
Coaching vs Therapy
What is the difference?
Do you diagnose mental illnesses?
Although I do have experience diagnosing as a Marriage Family Therapist Associate, I do not have the authority to diagnose & treat mental illness as your Coach. This knowledge & experience gives me great understanding of the importance of mental health and how we can work together as people to break the stigma.
I need help with goals & still want to discuss my past. Can coaching help?
Absolutely! One of the best ways I can help you in the present is understanding your past and what brought you to this exact moment in time. Processing beliefs, experiences, failures, and accomplishments are all part of exploring your personal strengths and parts that need a little TLC.
I've been to therapy before but need more direction. Is coaching best?
Coaching is a more directive approach than therapy in that it is result driven & goal oriented. Yes, we will do a lot of processing, yet goals will typically be at the forefront of our sessions. A goal can be as simple as wanting to minimize discomfort around a situation you're experiencing, or as grand as wanting to launch your dream business!
Will your style of coaching provide me with insight?
Most definitely! Not all coaches work as I do; however, since my background is in psychology, I see life through the lens of examining how our thoughts, emotions, and behavior can impact our lives for the better or worse. I will use an intuitive approach to ask you questions that will provide you with insight and knowledge to your most intimate self.
What results can I expect from coaching?
What is realistic for me?
How long until I can expect to see results from coaching?
Right away! I believe there is great value in validating your experience & supporting you in your journey. You should leave session feeling seen, understood, & like you have support in your life where you might have been missing it. According to studies, it can take about 3 months to form a new habit, so it is encouraged to stick to consistent weekly sessions in order to see the full benefits of our time together. As always, we get out of life what we put into it - and coaching is no different!
How long & often do you recommend meeting?
A typical 1 hr session lasts 50 minutes. If you would like to meet for a half (30 min) or 2 hr (110 min) session, then we can work that out when booking time together. I typically recommend meeting once weekly; however, if you wish to meet twice a week or spread your sessions further out apart that is fine as well. I am here to accommodate your schedule.
What results should I expect to see from our time together?
- Get in touch with your Higher Power’s gentle guidance...
- Identify old patterns & beliefs that are holding you back...
- Develop Somatic tools to nourish your nervous system...
- Befriend & heal your ‘parts’…
- Adopt skills to regulate your nervous system...
- Heal the root to change the fruit in your life...
- Learn how to make decisions that are aligned with your values...
- Understand how to identify & express your needs & boundaries…
- Come home to your most authentic self!
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