Mentoring, Coaching, & Therapy: Understanding the Differences

When it comes to personal and professional growth, the terms mentoring, coaching, and therapy are often used interchangeably. However, they each serve distinct purposes. Understanding these differences can help you determine which service best fits your needs.

Mentoring

Mentoring is a professional relationship in which an experienced individual shares knowledge, advice, and guidance to support the growth of someone newer to a field. As a mentor, I help therapists who are new to private practice navigate the challenges of building and growing their business. This includes practical advice, sharing personal experiences, and offering encouragement. My role is to provide insight based on my own journey, helping you avoid common pitfalls and fast-track your success.

Mentoring is for you if:

• You’re a new therapist starting a private practice.

• You need guidance from someone who has successfully built their own practice.

• You’re looking for personalized advice and encouragement to grow your business.

Coaching

Coaching is goal-oriented and focused on developing specific skills or strategies to achieve a desired outcome. It’s structured, actionable, and accountability-based.

Business Coaching (Intern Hiring & Integration)

I help established therapists hire and onboard interns effectively. Together, we develop step-by-step plans to expand your team and enrich your practice.

Business coaching is for you if:

• You’re an established therapist looking to expand your private practice.

• You want a clear, actionable plan to bring interns onto your team.

Life Coaching

Life coaching helps you cultivate balance, overcome obstacles, and achieve both personal and professional fulfillment. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing anxiety, or striving for better self-care, I offer support and encouragement to help you reach your goals.

Life coaching is for you if:

• You’re seeking more alignment, purpose, or direction in life.

• You want help setting meaningful goals and staying on track.

• You could benefit from deeper self-awareness and life balance.

Relationship & Sex Coaching

Relationship and sex coaching is about helping you improve intimacy, connection, and communication—whether you’re navigating premarital relationships, deepening bonds, or exploring sexual confidence. This supportive, judgment-free space empowers you to build more fulfilling relationships.

Relationship & Sex Coaching is for you if:

• You want to improve emotional or physical intimacy with your partner.

• You’re preparing for a committed relationship or marriage.

• You’re exploring sexuality, desire, or confidence in a safe setting.

Therapy

Therapy is a professional service focused on emotional and psychological well-being. It helps individuals process emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop coping strategies for mental health challenges. Therapy is conducted by licensed professionals and may involve deep work on trauma, anxiety, relationships, and personal growth.

Therapy is for you if:

• You’re seeking support for emotional or psychological concerns.

• You need help navigating personal challenges affecting your mental health.

• You want to explore deeper personal growth and healing beyond professional development.

Which Service Is Right for You?

• Want business growth or team support as a therapist? Mentoring or Business Coaching is right for you.

• Seeking life balance, purpose, or clarity? Consider Life Coaching.

• Looking to improve your connection or sexuality? Relationship & Sex Coaching could help.

• Facing emotional hurdles or psychological struggles? Therapy may be the best path.

Still unsure which path is right for you?
That’s completely normal — many people find themselves somewhere in between. In our first conversation, we’ll talk through your goals and needs together so you feel confident choosing the right fit.

✨ Ready to take the next step? Schedule a free consultation to explore whether therapy or coaching is best for you.