Therapy vs Coaching: Riffs, Red Flags & Rabbit Holes

Conscious Mental Health

CW: a few f-bombs, discussion of trauma, mentions of SA and other abusive tactics
What happens when two neurodivergent therapists get deep into a conversation about therapy vs coaching?
It all started with a tweet, and suddenly, Laurel and Juniper found themselves down a rabbit hole, asking: Is there really a rift between therapists and coaches? If so, why?
In this first deep dive, we attempt to stay on track (but let’s be honest, side quests abound) as we untangle misinformation, break down how each profession is marketed, what kind of education is required, and the potential costs—and harms. Plus, there’s a bonus game, Who Said It? where Laurel guesses if the quote came from a therapist or a coach (play along), and a little exposé on debarred mental health professionals now moonlighting as coaches. And of course, we’ll share our best tips for anyone shopping for a therapist or a coach.

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