Deciding Between Career Coaching and Therapy: How to Achieve Career Happiness

Are you wondering whether you should consult a career coach or seek therapy? In this article, we'll explore the differences between these two approaches and help you determine which one is right for you.

Whats the differences between career coaching and therapy?

Maybe you've recently been laid off and are feeling overwhelmed. Or perhaps you're struggling in your leadership role at work and are experiencing burnout. These situations can feel like existential crises, and it's often hard to know exactly what's going on. It's important to distinguish between being overwhelmed and being depressed, and getting a clear overview can be helpful in these situations.

That's why, as a career coach, I offer a 360 degree assessment before we even start coaching. This helps us determine if therapy might be a better fit for you. If it is, I'm happy to provide you with information on how to get the help you need.

But if therapy isn't necessary, career coaching could be the answer. So, what's the difference between the two? And how can they help you achieve career happiness?

Career coaching, and coaching in general, is designed to help you progress from 0 to 10. Therapy, on the other hand, helps you get back on track by bringing you from -10 to 0. In other words, therapy helps you address general issues in your life, while coaching helps you achieve specific goals.

As a career happiness coach, my focus is on helping you find joy and resilience in your career. My job is to support you in finding the right direction and moving forward, not to push you down a path that doesn't serve you.

Therapy can also be helpful in addressing career-related issues, but it tends to focus more on healing and may involve a deeper examination of past traumas. It can be done individually or in a group setting, and may use techniques such as cognitive behavior therapy or depth psychology.

How do i decide between career coaching and therapy?

Ultimately, the decision between career coaching and therapy will depend on your specific needs and goals. If you're ready to commit to working towards a concrete career-related goal and feel capable of managing sessions on your own, career coaching may be the right choice for you. But if you feel like you need more support in addressing broader life issues, therapy could be a better fit.

Conclusion

No matter which option you choose, it's important to remember that we all need support at times. So, if you're considering either career coaching or therapy, I congratulate you on taking the first step towards achieving career happiness. After all, life is too short to be stuck in a job that doesn't fulfill you.

I'm here to help you find the right path, whether through career coaching or therapy. Contact me today to learn more and schedule your 360 degree assessment."