Most of the services at Cygnus Transformations may be used by themselves or integrated as part of a customized plan for each client. See the Summary of Services for more information.

Coaching vs. Psychotherapy

Coaching and psychotherapy share the foundations of psychological theories and techniques. The major differences are in the types of clients who can benefit from each, the focus of services, the amount of education and training required, the licensure status, and whether or not the service is covered by insurance.

Coaching is an emerging profession within the realm of psychological well-being. It is still being defined, and is currently not licensed in the state of California. The focus of coaching is on identifying where the client would like to be in the future, deciding on ways to get there, and getting support in making it happen. In general, coaching services are not covered by insurance.

Psychotherapy is a well-defined profession and is licensed in California by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Services focus on assessing the situation, determining an appropriate diagnosis, and then utilizing a number of modalities to assist the client in resolving the issues and moving towards better health and well-being. Psychotherapy is covered by all major insurance plans, with varying amounts of copays and deductibles.

At Cygnus Transformations, we offer multiple options for psychotherapy or coaching, depending on the client’s needs. If you are not sure what is the best approach for you, please contact us for a free consultation.