Do I Need Coaching or Counseling?

Understanding when to seek coaching or counseling is an important step toward healing and growth. Here’s a simple guide to help you decide which support might best fit your current needs.

Signs You Might Benefit from Coaching	Signs You Might Benefit from Counseling
You want to improve specific skills like communication, goal-setting, or conflict resolution.	You experience intense emotional pain, trauma, or mental health challenges.
You are motivated and ready to make changes but need accountability and practical tools.	You struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or unresolved childhood wounds.
You want guidance to live more aligned with your faith and values in daily relationships.	You find that past experiences or deep emotional wounds significantly impact your present life.
You want support to clarify your purpose and create actionable plans.	You feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to manage your emotions well.
You feel capable of handling challenges with some external encouragement and feedback.	You notice patterns of unhealthy relationships or behaviors that cause distress.

Reflection Questions:

• Which column resonates with my current experience?

• Am I ready to take action now, or do I need deeper healing first?

• Would I benefit from both coaching and counseling at different times?

If you recognize signs in the counseling column or feel overwhelmed, consider seeking a licensed counselor or therapist. Coaching can be a powerful complement but is not a substitute for mental health care.