A Recovery Coach is NOT a Therapist.

1. A coach does not provide diagnoses.

2. A coach will not deep dive into your mind to understand why you feel or act a certain way. A recovery coach helps you focus on what you can do right now to improve your situation.

3. A coach does not walk in front of you, they walk alongside you.

4. A coach will not ask you to process trauma (If they do, get a new coach! This is a job for a therapist).

5. Long-term therapy often aims to help you understand yourself better whereas recovery coaching has long-term benefits but focuses on immediate results and needs, such as taking guided action to stay sober, repairing relationships now, and finding the path forward today.

6. Therapists have strict boundaries related to self-disclosure. Recovery coaches often share their own experiences to help guide a client through a situation.

Other Key Differentiators

Past vs. Future

A coach looks at your present to help you create the future you desire, while a therapist looks at your past to help you manage your present. Clients who keep talking about the past may need healing and support from a therapist.

Diagnosis vs. Co-Creation

Therapists diagnose disorders and work with traumas and mental health, while in coaching, the solution is co-created between the coach and the coachee. The coach doesn't tell the client what to do but asks questions and facilitates their thinking process to maximize their strengths and resources.

Relationship: Patient vs. Equal

In therapy, the relationship is between doctor (or clinician) and the patient who needs to receive treatment. While in coaching, both client and coach are consider equal, there is no hierarchy.

Healing vs. Empowering

Therapy is focused on understanding the past and healing traumas. There will always be an element of learning from experiences, but coaching is focused on creating solutions and action plans to move forward now.

When to See a Coach

A coach could be beneficial if you have a goal, are open to developing new tools, and if you could benefit from accountability and support to reach your set goals and highest potential.

Professional vs Peer Support

RECOVERY COACH

Is a trained professional with certifications and formal education in coaching and addiction.

SPONSOR

Is a peer who shares their personal experience with AA's program and sobriety.

Scope, Focus & Approach to Recovery

RECOVERY COACH

Takes a holistic approach, working on the client's whole life including: creating a personalized recovery toolkit and supporting multiple pathways to recovery, using various evidence-based tools and strategies.

Uses skill-building, interpersonal relationship strengthening and healing, boundary work (saying no and protecting your peace without feeling guilty), conflict-resolution, spiritual exploration (discovering what gives you meaning and purpose in your life), and much more.

A recovery coach does NOT walk a client through the 12 steps of AA. If you have a recovery coach guiding you through the 12 steps in lieu of a sponsor, please consider getting a new coach.

SPONSOR

Specifically uses AA's approach and the 12-step program as a course of recovery (it's designed like this for a reason). A sponsor guides their sponsee through the 12 steps as they are outlined in the Big Book and shares their own personal experience along the way.

Structure & Boundaries

RECOVERY COACH

Maintains professional boundaries with scheduled sessions and clear objectives.

SPONSOR

More informal relationship, is a mentor, and may become like a close friend.

Payment and Structure

RECOVERY COACH

This is a professional service you invest in, with clear boundaries, scheduled sessions, and structured progress tracking.

SPONSOR

Is free. This is a mentor / volunteer position - they're giving back to the community as part of their own recovery.

What it Boils Down To...

RECOVERY COACH

A recovery coach takes a more collaborative approach. Rather than telling you what to do, a coach helps you uncover your own wisdom and solutions. A coach asks powerful questions that help you explore options and come to your own conclusions. Think of it like this: a sponsor is like a trail guide who's hiked one specific path and shows you exactly where to step.

A recovery coach is more like a skilled navigator who helps you read your own map and choose the best route for your unique journey. Coaches have expertise and tools to share, but believe you're the expert on your own life.

A coach's job is to help you tap into that expertise and find solutions that truly resonate with who you are. This is important because it helps you build confidence in your own decision-making and develop trust in your inner wisdom - skills that are crucial for long-term recovery.

SPONSOR

Typically shares suggestions based on their personal experience in AA and based on the Big Book - "This is what worked for me, so I would suggest a similar route for you." They also might say, "Here's how I worked Step 4" or "When I was drinking, I did XYZ" or "The suggestions in the Big Book are XYZ."

Confidentiality is of utmost importance in coaching. As a coach, I adhere to strict ethical guidelines that prioritize client confidentiality.

All information shared during coaching sessions will remain strictly confidential, unless otherwise required by law or with the client's explicit consent.

As a coach, I offer highly individualized one-on-one coaching sessions virtually or in person to support individuals in various areas of their lives, including recovery coaching, personal empowerment, professional elevation, spiritual and energy coaching, and interpersonal relationship strengthening.

Frequency of coaching sessions and a person's tailored plan are customized to align with the individual’s needs, goals, and availability.

To make steady progress, weekly sessions with an additional midweek check-in is recommended. If the client requests or needs additional sessions, I offer the option to purchase a package of individual sessions that can be used any time. This is ancillary to the monthly service package.

My coaching approach is client-centered, strength-based, and focused on empowering individuals to get clear on what they want.

I encourage the client to take guided action rooted in their values and spiritual connection so they create results they love.

I use a connection-based coaching model that’s high touch and provides daily support, guidance, and access.

I utilize a combination of active listening, powerful questioning, and various other coaching techniques to guide clients on their unique journey.

The duration of a coaching program varies depending on the client's goals and the complexity of their objectives and needs.

Typically, coaching programs range from three to six months, allowing sufficient time for meaningful progress and sustainable transformation.

Prior to starting into a session, we will schedule a discovery call, click on one of the links on my site to schedule a call or email me at: [email protected]

These are 10-minute screening calls to explore if coaching could be effective for you. If the answer is yes, we'll book a pre-coaching assessment that will determine if we move forward.

Please Note:

I do not work with all clients. The pre-coaching assessment will determine if we are a good fit for each other. I work in the best interest of the client.

If I feel there is a better service, coach, or program for you, I will provide referrals that will better suit your needs.

To schedule a sober curious call, click on one of the links on my site or email me at:

[email protected]

These are 10-minute screening calls to explore if coaching could be effective for you. If the answer is yes, we'll book a pre-coaching assessment that will determine if we move forward.

Please Note:

I do not work with all clients. The pre-coaching assessment will determine if we are a good fit for each other. I work in the best interest of the client.

If I feel there is a better service, coach, or program for you, I will provide referrals that will better suit your needs.

As your concierge recovery coach, you are paying for access so I want you to use it!

I custom build a client's coaching package based on their needs. All packages include:

✔️ Weekly Individual Coaching

Sessions

✔️ Midweek Progress Check Points

✔️ Tailored, Individualized Coaching

Plan

✔️ Ongoing Support & Guidance

✔️ Assessments & Planning

~Comprehensive Needs Assessment

~Deep Driver Evaluation

~Trigger Mapping

~Personal Power Activation Plan

~Recovery Community Growth Plan

~Emergency Response Plan

~Progress & Milestone Mapping

✔️ Tailored Mind, Body, Spirit Toolkits

✔️ Custom Meditations

Depending on your custom package, I also offer:

~Daily communication, support and guidance.

~Case management and collaboration with your treatment team (therapist, psychiatrist, dietitian, etc.)

~Family coaching

My goal is to help you commit to yourself, put your recovery first, and create a long-term plan that will help you succeed in reaching your highest goals.

It’s a process that takes time, commitment, and dedication. A monthly package is the most effective way to help you invest in yourself and in a long-term recovery plan.

Clients will be highly encouraged to stay connected every day. It will look different for every person. It may be a phone call, text message, or voice memo depending on the client’s communication style and package they select.

I use a connection-based coaching model that makes accountability fun and creative!

I understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise.

If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, kindly provide at least 24 hours’ notice to avoid any charges.

I am committed to being flexible and accommodating whenever possible.

Frequency of coaching sessions are customized to align with the individual’s needs, goals, and availability. In earlier stages of recovery, typically bi-weekly sessions will be recommended followed by once per week after the client is on solid ground.

I offer custom step-down packages for ongoing maintenance, support, life coaching and spiritual coaching.

The duration of a coaching program varies depending on the client's goals and the complexity of their objectives and needs.

Typically, coaching programs range from three to six months, allowing sufficient time for meaningful progress and sustainable transformation.

I help you take action until it becomes your new normal. Then, we work on your next gaol, and so on.

For example: If 12-step is your thing but you’re struggling to get to meetings...We’ll structure your coaching session at a location convenient for you and pair it with an AA meeting afterwards. I walk my clients into the meeting so they feel comfortable and supported(I do not stay for the meeting to keep boundaries clear).

Or maybe you keep delaying an appointment that you really need to make. No worries! We'll do it together. If it's a stressful appointment and you want support, I'm there with you.

We set up your recovery to work FOR you.

To schedule a sober curious call, email me at: [email protected]

These are 10-minute screening calls to explore if coaching could be effective for you.If the answer is yes, we'll book a pre-coaching assessment that will determine if we move forward.

Please Note:

I do not work with all clients. The pre-coaching assessment will determine if we are a good fit for each other. I work in the best interest of the client.

If I feel there is a better service, coach, or program for you, I will provide referrals that will better suit your needs.