As we navigate the challenges of life, it's natural to seek guidance and support from a mental health professional. However, with the increasing popularity of online coaching, it can be challenging to determine which type of service is right for you.

The differences between online life coaching and therapy in Portland, Maine

At Eastern Shore Counseling, we understand the importance of both mental health coaching and individual therapy. Brian Holbach, a mental health coach on our team, specializes in a range of services that can help you improve your overall well-being.

Life Coaching Specializations

Anxiety Treatment

If you're struggling with anxiety, Brian can help you understand the root cause of your anxiety attack symptoms and develop strategies to manage your symptoms effectively.

Depression

Brian can help you understand what depression is really about, explore the underlying reasons for your depression, and develop a plan to resolve it.

Putting Life Back Together After a Tough Breakup

Whether you're struggling to figure out your patterns in dating relationships or trying to move on from a breakup, Brian can help you process your emotions and develop a plan for moving forward.

Figuring Out Who You Really Are

If you're feeling lost or disconnected, Brian can help you explore your values and determine whether you're living in alignment with who you want to be.

Determining What You Want Out of Life

Brian can help you figure out what it means to have a meaningful life and develop a plan to achieve your goals.

Understanding Your Emotions

Developing emotional intelligence is key to building healthy relationships and achieving success in life. Brian can help you better understand your emotions, develop better boundaries in relationships, and find balance in your work and personal life.

Men's Issues

Brian specializes in helping men develop deep and meaningful intimacy with their partners, overcome codependency symptoms, and identify signs of a toxic relationship.

Now that you have a better understanding of the types of coaching services offered by a life coach, let's explore the difference between online coaching and therapy.

What are the differences between life coaching and therapy?

Online Coaching and Life Coaching

Online coaching and life coaching are types of support that focus on helping you achieve specific goals or make positive changes in your life. Life coaches are often trained to help clients develop specific skills or achieve specific objectives, such as starting a business, growing in their emotional intelligence, moving past a breakup. Online coaching is often conducted via video chat or phone, which makes it a convenient option for people with busy schedules or those who live in remote areas.

Individual Counseling

Therapy, on the other hand, is a more comprehensive type of support that focuses on treating mental health conditions such as depression,anxiety, or trauma. Therapists are trained to help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and develop strategies to improve their mental health. Therapy is typically conducted telehealth, phone, or in-person sessions.

Conclusion

In summary, online coaching can be a helpful option if you're looking to achieve specific goals or make positive changes in your life. However, if you're struggling with a mental health condition, therapy may be a better option to help you address the underlying issues and develop long-term strategies for improving your mental health.

In short, if you feel extremely fragile and like you are crumbling — individual counseling would be the best option for you. If you, generally, feel stable and have a decent understanding of what you’re experiencing — life coaching is the best option for you.

Regardless of which option you choose, remember that seeking support is a brave and important step towards improving your mental health and overall well-being.

Schedule Your First Free Session

If you're ready to take the next step towards improving your mental health and achieving your goals, we invite you to schedule a free 30-minute session with Brian Holbach, our experienced mental health coach. Brian specializes in anxiety treatment, depression, post-breakup recovery, discovering your true self, building a meaningful life, understanding your emotions, and men's issues.

Our online coaching services are available to anyone, regardless of where you live. You can connect with Brian through our secure online video platform or phone from the comfort of your own home or office.

We’re excited to support you in your journey!

Brian Holbach

Mental Health Coach