Differences between Coaching and Counseling

Coaching

Counseling

Works on the here-and-now Works to change your view of the past
Motivates and inspires Puts you in touch with your fear, anger & sadness
Moves you to the future Takes you back to the past
Practical/common sense Importance of emotions
External Internal
Client Led Led by Counselor
Excels your natural talents Overcomes your handicaps
Promotes a positive attitude to achieve positive results Focuses on sources of your negative attitudes that hold you back
Chart your own course of action Not able to chart your own course of action
Positive and empowering Lots of hand holding and guidance
Benefits after a few sessions Sessions may go on over several months
See your strengths & potentials Identifies your deficiencies and dysfunctions
Empowers you to choose various options Choices made for you
No need for return visit, only for update or new goal Return visit to avoid relapse by reinforcing initial goals