Mental health is finally getting the attention it deserves—and that’s a good thing. More people are seeking help, talking about their struggles, and trying to figure out how to feel better. Therapy is a vital part of that. But coaching? Coaching can fill in the gaps that therapy doesn’t always cover.
As someone trained in CBT, REBT, and behavior-focused coaching, I’ve seen firsthand how therapy and coaching can work together. This isn’t either/or—it’s both/and.
1. Coaching Fills the Gaps
Therapy waitlists are long. Insurance doesn’t always cover it. And sometimes you just need help now. Coaching gives people a way to get support without jumping through hoops. I keep it simple, flexible, and focused on what you need today—not months from now.
2. It’s About Moving Forward
Therapy often focuses on healing the past. Coaching is about building what’s next. Whether it’s your health, career, mindset, or habits—we figure out where you want to go and how to get you there. If you’re already in therapy, coaching helps you apply the insight to real life. If you’re not in therapy, it’s still a powerful way to get unstuck.
3. You Get Real-World Tools
No vague affirmations or “just think positive” fluff. I use practical, proven tools—like CBT techniques—to help you rework unhelpful patterns, challenge negative thinking, and take meaningful action. Coaching helps you actually use what you’re learning, whether it’s from a therapist or your own self-work.
4. It Builds Confidence and Resilience
Coaching isn’t about venting—it’s about shifting. I help people build self-trust, make better decisions, and stay grounded when life gets messy. That’s what resilience is: not perfection, but knowing how to get back up and keep going. It works alongside therapy to give you real momentum.
5. It’s Not Just About You
One thing therapy doesn’t always offer is community. Coaching can. Whether through group programs or shared conversations, you get to connect with people going through the same things. That connection can be motivating, validating, and sometimes exactly what’s missing when you’re trying to make big life changes.
6. It’s Flexible and Human
Let’s be honest—life is chaotic. You don’t always have time for long intake forms, approval from insurance, or squeezing into a rigid schedule. Coaching works with real life. It’s accessible, direct, and made to support you on your terms.
Bottom line:
Coaching isn’t therapy, and it shouldn’t try to be. But it is a powerful companion to it. It helps you take action, stay focused, and feel empowered while you’re doing the deeper emotional work—or when you’re ready to move forward from it.
If that sounds like what you need, I’m here. No pressure. No perfect plan. Just real support for wherever you are right now.