We focus on an action-oriented population.

When a client uses their insurance, there are specific parameters set by the insurance companies that limit and restrict the tools that therapists can use.  This includes particular techniques that are evidence-based and effective but may be seen as controversial as they are not as commonly used in Western medicine.  In my fee-for-service coaching practice, I can use these techniques and tools which include biofeedback, neurofeedback, hypnosis, and energy psychology practices.             Other restrictions placed by insurance companies may also include the severity of diagnoses that are acceptable to treat or the number of sessions that are required to treat each client.  Unfortunately, many insurance companies seem to believe that there should be a one-size-fits-all regarding mental health and well-being.  My experience has shown that even with the same diagnosis, the etiology of the diagnosis, the techniques that will be effective, the skills that will be helpful, the time frame that will be needed, the motivation that will be seen, and prognosis can all vary greatly.  
Often in therapy, there is much focus on the past to gain insights to create a whole picture moving forward.  In coaching, most of the focus is on the present and future, with a more goal-oriented clientele.  I have found that I can affect a great deal of change with clients who are ready and motivated to make these changes.  Often it is just a matter of understanding what has held them back from making the changes and a bit of clarity for the path forward.  I work with my clients to develop this plan as a team, plan for obstacles, do regular check-ins, make adjustments to goals as needed and have a clear end goal in mind.  With our work together, my clients can understand how to tackle obstacles, set, and achieve goals on their own and begin to create the life that they have wanted.