Positive Psychology coaching
a balanced life coaching is grounded in Positive Psychology; the study of well-being, success and directed growth.
Traditional psychology asks “what’s wrong?” The focus is problem-oriented. Counseling ends with reduction of troubling symptoms.
Positive Psychology coaching asks “What works?” The focus is potential-oriented. Positive Psychology coaching begins by exploring strengths, skills, talents and the quirky stuff that makes you uniquely you.
Learn and apply the mindset and behaviors of those that succeed in all areas and stages of life.
Laurie provides a balance of education, research-driven applied knowledge as well as heart, respect and the inspiration to shift you from where you are to where you want to be.
Offering the option of Telehealth or Telephone consults and a range of pricing options.
Call today to begin your journey toward a life of intention aligned with your passion.
counselor
purpose – reduction/remission of thinking/behaviors/feelings of problem
goal – minimize impact of destructive thoughts and behaviors, internal change
process – strategies to confront/reduce problem thinking and behaviors
level of engagement – professional, minimal self-disclosure, only if pertinent to problem
regulation – regulated, masters degree minimum, ethical to coach
parameters of operation – sessions typically in Offering the option of Telehealth or Telephone consults. practice limited to state of licensure
payment of services – often covered (in part) by insurance, only through symptom reduction
common themes addressed in counseling:
anxiety disorders
depressive disorders
bipolar disorders
personality disorders
grief and loss issues
substance abuse issues
addiction issues
marital/relationship issues/divorce avoidance
coach
purpose – enhance/increase personal growth, success, well-being, happiness
goal – measurable, action-oriented, external change, progress visible
process – strategize to move toward goal through effective action steps
level of engagement – relational, self-disclosure common to connect/motivate
regulation – not regulated, unethical to treat mental health unless also licensed counselor
parameters of operation – sessions often through internet/phone. no country/state barriers
payment of services – not covered by insurance, sessions continue as long as helpful
common themes addressed in coaching:
self improvement
life/work transitions
work/life balance
increasing happiness, well-being
enhancing the quality of relationships
reinventing yourself
increasing self-awareness
improving work/life “soft” skills (listening, improving effectiveness of work relationships, subjective experience of reality, assertiveness)
