What do coaching and counseling have in common?
Despite the differences, there are many similarities between coaching and counseling. In both cases, an empathic, caring professional creates a relationship with an individual client in order to facilitate change. In both professions, the therapist and the client mutually agree on goals, boundaries, risks, contract and payment. In both fields, the professional treats the client with positive regard and support, acts in the client’s best interest to the best of her ability and abides by an ethical code of behavior. Both coaching and psychotherapy can empower clients to make significant and lasting changes in their lives.
