Life Coaching Psychiatrists in New York, NY

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Cheryl A Appel
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
The process from your perception to your behavior can be changed to improve the choices you make in all parts of your life.
I am a physician with expertise managing anxiety, mood disorders and medical problems related to chronic stress and anxiety. My goal is to help you better manage difficiult problems in life transitions, work and relationships. My work includes teaching mindful awareness strategies moment to moment to help build insight and better understanding of yourself. You will understand the inter-relationship between physical issues and brain function and how medication works to change this dynamic. My goal is to help patients become more self-aware with new insights and use less medication.
The process from your perception to your behavior can be changed to improve the choices you make in all parts of your life.
I am a physician with expertise managing anxiety, mood disorders and medical problems related to chronic stress and anxiety. My goal is to help you better manage difficiult problems in life transitions, work and relationships. My work includes teaching mindful awareness strategies moment to moment to help build insight and better understanding of yourself. You will understand the inter-relationship between physical issues and brain function and how medication works to change this dynamic. My goal is to help patients become more self-aware with new insights and use less medication.
(914) 618-5826 View (914) 618-5826
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Salim El Sabbagh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
I believe one must live a life of purpose that is health conscious, balanced and mindful.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and New York University (NYU). After graduating as chief resident, I went on to pursue a fellowship and work in the public sector serving those most in need. My clients often include those that have been struggling with difficulties that impair their day to day function, leaving them unsatisfied, unhappy or struggling with inner turmoil or anxiety. My clients will often seek out and benefit from therapy, coaching, medication or a combination of the above. Please don’t hesitate to reach our for a free initial phone consultation.
I believe one must live a life of purpose that is health conscious, balanced and mindful.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and New York University (NYU). After graduating as chief resident, I went on to pursue a fellowship and work in the public sector serving those most in need. My clients often include those that have been struggling with difficulties that impair their day to day function, leaving them unsatisfied, unhappy or struggling with inner turmoil or anxiety. My clients will often seek out and benefit from therapy, coaching, medication or a combination of the above. Please don’t hesitate to reach our for a free initial phone consultation.
(718) 550-3180 View (718) 550-3180
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Francesca Rome-Marie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003  (Online Only)
You want to move forward with a psychiatric provider with the time, energy, & attention to really get to know you and your life. You’re looking for someone who sees you as a whole person and can think outside the box. Therapy and psychiatry in one place with one person. You're most likely part of an LGBTQIA+ community and a creative of some kind struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and/or ADHD. Let's speak and get things moving for you on all levels- biological, psychological, emotional, habit, lifestyle, and more...
You want to move forward with a psychiatric provider with the time, energy, & attention to really get to know you and your life. You’re looking for someone who sees you as a whole person and can think outside the box. Therapy and psychiatry in one place with one person. You're most likely part of an LGBTQIA+ community and a creative of some kind struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and/or ADHD. Let's speak and get things moving for you on all levels- biological, psychological, emotional, habit, lifestyle, and more...
(332) 378-5421 View (332) 378-5421
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Paul Poulakos
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
As a young professional myself, I recognize how busy life can be.
I am a Georgetown and Mount Sinai trained psychiatrist. In addition to seeing patients in my private practice, I am a Faculty Psychiatrist at NYU Langone Medical Center. I have presented at national conferences and have worked in numerous settings with various patient populations of all ages and backgrounds. In addition to treating a broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders, I work with clients and professionals who may not necessarily meet criteria for a mental illness - people who strive for success and fulfillment in all areas of their lives.
As a young professional myself, I recognize how busy life can be.
I am a Georgetown and Mount Sinai trained psychiatrist. In addition to seeing patients in my private practice, I am a Faculty Psychiatrist at NYU Langone Medical Center. I have presented at national conferences and have worked in numerous settings with various patient populations of all ages and backgrounds. In addition to treating a broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders, I work with clients and professionals who may not necessarily meet criteria for a mental illness - people who strive for success and fulfillment in all areas of their lives.
(850) 517-4589 View (850) 517-4589
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Avishay Adri
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
21 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
I can help you succeed in your professional and personal life by promoting wellness and addressing your health needs including: Stress management, Anxiety, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), Depression, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive disorder), Bipolar disorder, PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), and Post-partum Depression/Anxiety and more.
I can help you succeed in your professional and personal life by promoting wellness and addressing your health needs including: Stress management, Anxiety, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), Depression, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive disorder), Bipolar disorder, PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), and Post-partum Depression/Anxiety and more.
(516) 701-1762 View (516) 701-1762
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Valerie Mildeberger
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
As your psychiatrist, my objective is to help you cope with the stressors in your life so that you can lead a more productive and rewarding life.
I am a Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist. I trained in psychiatry at Westchester Medical Center and completed a Fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. I am on the faculty at The Albert Einstein College of Medicine where I am an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. I have served as a hospital psychiatrist as well as an emergency room psychiatrist which provides me with a wide breadth of experience in the field of behavioral medicine.
As your psychiatrist, my objective is to help you cope with the stressors in your life so that you can lead a more productive and rewarding life.
I am a Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist. I trained in psychiatry at Westchester Medical Center and completed a Fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. I am on the faculty at The Albert Einstein College of Medicine where I am an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. I have served as a hospital psychiatrist as well as an emergency room psychiatrist which provides me with a wide breadth of experience in the field of behavioral medicine.
(212) 808-8010 View (212) 808-8010
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Veronica Rojas
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
It is a privilege to do what I do on a daily basis; working with the "body/mind connection". I love working with people and going through their life stages together; adolescents, college students, young adults and then adults. I believe that the modality of treatment should be suited to the patient's needs. I have trained through different schools and continue to do so. Once we work together on identifying their issues, we work on them with a "tailored treatment", that said; individual psychotherapy, mindfulness meditation, complementary treatment with vitamins, exercises and if needed medication.
It is a privilege to do what I do on a daily basis; working with the "body/mind connection". I love working with people and going through their life stages together; adolescents, college students, young adults and then adults. I believe that the modality of treatment should be suited to the patient's needs. I have trained through different schools and continue to do so. Once we work together on identifying their issues, we work on them with a "tailored treatment", that said; individual psychotherapy, mindfulness meditation, complementary treatment with vitamins, exercises and if needed medication.
(917) 746-1415 View (917) 746-1415
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Jacques Jospitre Jr.
Psychiatrist, MD, MBA
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
New York, NY 10018
My approach to psychiatry is simple. I look at your life thoroughly; from your DNA up through your relationships. Problems in any of the layers of life can cause mental health issues. Once the areas of concern are identified, I will construct a treatment plan to address it. My approach comes from years of working through challenging patient cases as a provider, and personally being on the receiving end of overlooked issues in my own care. I cannot promise to have all of the answers, but I can promise to help you gain insights into the areas of concern in your mental health.
My approach to psychiatry is simple. I look at your life thoroughly; from your DNA up through your relationships. Problems in any of the layers of life can cause mental health issues. Once the areas of concern are identified, I will construct a treatment plan to address it. My approach comes from years of working through challenging patient cases as a provider, and personally being on the receiving end of overlooked issues in my own care. I cannot promise to have all of the answers, but I can promise to help you gain insights into the areas of concern in your mental health.
(516) 701-0111 View (516) 701-0111
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Dr. Emily Watts
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10014  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in women's mental health, adult psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. I provide a collaborative and integrative approach based off of individual needs such as a range of psychotherapies, stress management, lifestyle adjustments, nutrition, sleep training, mindfulness, and medication when necessary after careful consideration. I provide treatment for a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, life transitions, career management and relationship issues among many other things related to an individual’s physical, mental and social wellbeing.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in women's mental health, adult psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. I provide a collaborative and integrative approach based off of individual needs such as a range of psychotherapies, stress management, lifestyle adjustments, nutrition, sleep training, mindfulness, and medication when necessary after careful consideration. I provide treatment for a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, life transitions, career management and relationship issues among many other things related to an individual’s physical, mental and social wellbeing.
(718) 568-6742 View (718) 568-6742
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Phillip E. Romero, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
You’ve achieved conventional success. Despite being financially stable with a family or successful career, you feel overwhelmed. Stress is constant. You feel out of control. So many things seem wrong (when they should be right). It’s so hard to communicate how you feel. Little disappointments trigger big stress. No matter how hard you try, it’s never enough. You feel like a hostage to your own life. Is this burnout?
You’ve achieved conventional success. Despite being financially stable with a family or successful career, you feel overwhelmed. Stress is constant. You feel out of control. So many things seem wrong (when they should be right). It’s so hard to communicate how you feel. Little disappointments trigger big stress. No matter how hard you try, it’s never enough. You feel like a hostage to your own life. Is this burnout?
(646) 600-8199 View (646) 600-8199
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Agnieszka Cain
Psychiatrist, MD, MBA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
Board Certified Psychiatrist accepting new clients. I provide an extensive range of psychiatric services including diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, as well as pharmacologic treatment when needed/appropriate. I work with both adults and older adolescents with multitude of psychiatric issues ranging from depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, sleeping difficulties, attention problems, relationship issues, life transitions among others. I am currently affiliated with NYU Langone and Lenox Hill Hospitals with admission privileges.
Board Certified Psychiatrist accepting new clients. I provide an extensive range of psychiatric services including diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, as well as pharmacologic treatment when needed/appropriate. I work with both adults and older adolescents with multitude of psychiatric issues ranging from depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, sleeping difficulties, attention problems, relationship issues, life transitions among others. I am currently affiliated with NYU Langone and Lenox Hill Hospitals with admission privileges.
(646) 825-6904 View (646) 825-6904
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Emmie Macalisang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Her goal is to empower her clients to be an active partner in their care, take control of their own mental health, and live a productive life through the integration of evidence-based practice, nursing, talk therapy, and medicine.
Emmie Macalisang is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a focus on a holistic and person-centered approach. She prides in providing compassionate and respectful care where clients feel attended to and valued, promoting a trusting and collaborative relationship with her clients. She has experience in caring for the underserved and diverse population with various mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, adjustment disorders.
Her goal is to empower her clients to be an active partner in their care, take control of their own mental health, and live a productive life through the integration of evidence-based practice, nursing, talk therapy, and medicine.
Emmie Macalisang is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a focus on a holistic and person-centered approach. She prides in providing compassionate and respectful care where clients feel attended to and valued, promoting a trusting and collaborative relationship with her clients. She has experience in caring for the underserved and diverse population with various mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, adjustment disorders.
(929) 930-4564 View (929) 930-4564
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Maria Master
Psychiatrist, MD, JD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Having actively practiced as an attorney prior to medical school, I have a keen understanding of the real life complexities of our society.
As a Columbia/Cornell educated psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, I provide state of the art psychiatric evaluation, psychotherapy, and medication management. My goal is to meaningfully enhance the happiness and well-being of each one of my patients. I believe that true emotional health is more than the absence of illness, and includes a sense of optimism and enjoyment in relationships, work/school, and self image.
Having actively practiced as an attorney prior to medical school, I have a keen understanding of the real life complexities of our society.
As a Columbia/Cornell educated psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, I provide state of the art psychiatric evaluation, psychotherapy, and medication management. My goal is to meaningfully enhance the happiness and well-being of each one of my patients. I believe that true emotional health is more than the absence of illness, and includes a sense of optimism and enjoyment in relationships, work/school, and self image.
(646) 699-3914 View (646) 699-3914
Photo of Tahara Miah, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in New York, NY
Tahara Miah
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10035
I also work through general life challenges, relationship difficulties, and past traumas.
Tahara Miah is a board certified psychiatric mental health practitioner. She emphasizes the mind-body connection and cultivating a therapeutic relationship. She encourage progress by providing medication management and therapeutic interventions that are tailored to you and relieve the symptoms that you are struggling with. She will work with you based on your individual needs starting from the first session.
I also work through general life challenges, relationship difficulties, and past traumas.
Tahara Miah is a board certified psychiatric mental health practitioner. She emphasizes the mind-body connection and cultivating a therapeutic relationship. She encourage progress by providing medication management and therapeutic interventions that are tailored to you and relieve the symptoms that you are struggling with. She will work with you based on your individual needs starting from the first session.
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Tessa A Zompanis ( Soho Psychiatry )
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10013  (Online Only)
We can rejuvenate and recharge bringing healing to the wounds we carry inside us, and a fuller life to the wonderful person that each of us can be.
The stigma around mental health treatment can make initiation intimidating, because of this I offer a non judgmental and confidential space to get the treatment you need. As well I focus on the individual and not the diagnosis. Medication management cannot be performed properly if people are all treated the same. Services include medication management/review ,medical marijuana, and first time consultations to discuss a treatment plan. ADHD diagnosis/management is also provided. ADHD is often overlooked or under treated. My goal is to provide a personal experience where we work together for optimal care ensuring all needs are met.
We can rejuvenate and recharge bringing healing to the wounds we carry inside us, and a fuller life to the wonderful person that each of us can be.
The stigma around mental health treatment can make initiation intimidating, because of this I offer a non judgmental and confidential space to get the treatment you need. As well I focus on the individual and not the diagnosis. Medication management cannot be performed properly if people are all treated the same. Services include medication management/review ,medical marijuana, and first time consultations to discuss a treatment plan. ADHD diagnosis/management is also provided. ADHD is often overlooked or under treated. My goal is to provide a personal experience where we work together for optimal care ensuring all needs are met.
(646) 907-6221 View (646) 907-6221
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Lisa Roth
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007
I create individualized treatment plans, assessing patients' goals, unique life experiences, and biological risk factors.
People come to treatment for all sorts of reasons — anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulty functioning at work or school, family conflict, challenges in relationships, low self-esteem, or simply a desire to learn more about themselves. As a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist with expertise in both medication management and psychotherapy, I can help patients develop a treatment plan that meets their needs. My style is guided by warmth and flexibility, with the goals of helping patients build insight and reduce symptoms. Prospective patients can find more information about my practice at https://downtownpsychiatry.com.
I create individualized treatment plans, assessing patients' goals, unique life experiences, and biological risk factors.
People come to treatment for all sorts of reasons — anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulty functioning at work or school, family conflict, challenges in relationships, low self-esteem, or simply a desire to learn more about themselves. As a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist with expertise in both medication management and psychotherapy, I can help patients develop a treatment plan that meets their needs. My style is guided by warmth and flexibility, with the goals of helping patients build insight and reduce symptoms. Prospective patients can find more information about my practice at https://downtownpsychiatry.com.
(646) 798-6767 View (646) 798-6767
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Amanda Allie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Amanda and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anger Management/Impulse Disorder, ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Family Issues, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Life Coaching, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, Maternal Mental Health, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Issues, Religion/Spirituality, Seasonal Affective Disorder (OCD), Sexual Health/Dysfunction, Stress Management and Women's Issues.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Amanda and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anger Management/Impulse Disorder, ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Family Issues, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Life Coaching, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, Maternal Mental Health, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Issues, Religion/Spirituality, Seasonal Affective Disorder (OCD), Sexual Health/Dysfunction, Stress Management and Women's Issues.
(929) 348-2110 View (929) 348-2110
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Dr. Roxanne Singer-Gheorghiu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, AGPCNP, AGNP-C, CDCES
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Her expertise in psychopharmacology enables her to provide safe medication management to alleviate symptoms while working on coping strategies to improve your life and relationships.
Dr. Roxanne Singer, DNP is a triple Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health, Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. She is passionate about providing empathetic, client-centered care for individuals whose lives are interrupted by anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, schizophrenia, and OCD. Many of her clients seek help to manage emotions that feel uncontrollable, emotions like anger, frustration, sadness, grief, and loneliness.
Her expertise in psychopharmacology enables her to provide safe medication management to alleviate symptoms while working on coping strategies to improve your life and relationships.
Dr. Roxanne Singer, DNP is a triple Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health, Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. She is passionate about providing empathetic, client-centered care for individuals whose lives are interrupted by anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, schizophrenia, and OCD. Many of her clients seek help to manage emotions that feel uncontrollable, emotions like anger, frustration, sadness, grief, and loneliness.
(332) 244-9796 View (332) 244-9796
Photo of Roberta Zanzonico, Psychiatrist in New York, NY
Roberta Zanzonico
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Through a personalized approach, I will accompany you through a journey of self-growth to promote recovery and empowerment towards a fulfilling life.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist, teacher, and published author. I offer treatments designed for adults and older adults, and I have a dedicated focus on reproductive psychiatry. I have trained between Italy and the United States, where I conducted research at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School and ultimately completed my training at the University of Southern California. In 2020, I became a Clinical Instructor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. I perfected my training and gained a second board certification in Consultation and Liaison Psychiatry, which focuses on complex clinical scenarios.
Through a personalized approach, I will accompany you through a journey of self-growth to promote recovery and empowerment towards a fulfilling life.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist, teacher, and published author. I offer treatments designed for adults and older adults, and I have a dedicated focus on reproductive psychiatry. I have trained between Italy and the United States, where I conducted research at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School and ultimately completed my training at the University of Southern California. In 2020, I became a Clinical Instructor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. I perfected my training and gained a second board certification in Consultation and Liaison Psychiatry, which focuses on complex clinical scenarios.
(727) 261-2256 View (727) 261-2256
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Ankur Saraiya
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I specialize in working with clients who are going through some trying time in their lives - relationship stress/breakup, career frustration, health problems, or any life crisis. Sometimes this is a new issue and for others it can be a new event that triggers a long-standing issue. Either way, I work to stabilize symptoms as quickly as possible with medications as needed but also through diet and exercise. I then try to teach my clients how to avoid a return of their symptoms.
I specialize in working with clients who are going through some trying time in their lives - relationship stress/breakup, career frustration, health problems, or any life crisis. Sometimes this is a new issue and for others it can be a new event that triggers a long-standing issue. Either way, I work to stabilize symptoms as quickly as possible with medications as needed but also through diet and exercise. I then try to teach my clients how to avoid a return of their symptoms.
(646) 663-4051 View (646) 663-4051
Life Coaching Psychiatrists

What can I expect from life coaching?

Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.

Can a life coach help treat anxiety?

Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.

Can life coaching be done online?

Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.

How long does life coaching last?

Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.