Life Coaching FAQs: Everything You Need to Know

1. What Exactly Is Life Coaching?

Life coaching is a forward-focused process designed to help you identify your goals, clarify your values, and develop a step-by-step plan to achieve them. Unlike therapy, which often addresses past traumas and mental health diagnoses, life coaching concentrates on your present situation and future aspirations—giving you the tools to create meaningful, lasting change.

2. Why Choose Online Life Coaching with Josh Dolin?

• Flexibility: No need to commute or juggle tight schedules. Connect via Zoom from anywhere in the world.

• Customized Approach: Every session is tailored to your unique challenges and goals—no cookie-cutter formulas.

• Purpose Pathfinder Method: I blend my deep understanding of mental health and personal development to guide you toward a life aligned with your core values.

• Accessible Support: Whether you’re down the street or across the globe, I’m just a click away.

3. How Does Life Coaching Differ from Therapy?

• Coaching Focuses on Goals & Action

  • Life coaching: Sets future-oriented goals, builds practical strategies, and creates accountability structures.

  • Therapy: Primarily delves into emotional healing, past traumas, and diagnosing mental health issues.

• No Medical Diagnoses

  • Coaches don’t diagnose or treat conditions such as clinical depression or anxiety disorders.

  • Therapists are qualified to diagnose and treat mental health conditions.

4. Who Benefits Most from Your Coaching Services?

My online life coaching is ideal if you:

• Feel stuck or unfulfilled in your career, relationships, or personal growth.

• Need clarity on your life purpose or big-picture goals.

• Want to reduce stress and cultivate healthier habits.

• Are exploring new directions after a major life transition.

• Value flexible, convenient sessions that fit into a busy schedule.

5. Do You Offer Men’s Coaching or Help with ADHD and Anxiety?

Yes. While I’m not a licensed therapist, I do support individuals—including men and those managing ADHD or mild anxiety—by:

• Setting Clear Priorities: We’ll define your immediate goals and map a path to achieve them.

• Developing Healthy Coping Strategies: Learn stress-reduction techniques, time-management tips, and self-awareness exercises.

• Fostering Accountability: Regular check-ins to ensure you’re staying on track and adapting as needed.

6. What Happens in a Typical Coaching Session?

• Check-In: We’ll start by exploring any recent updates, obstacles, or breakthroughs.

• Goal Review: We’ll revisit the goals you’ve set to see what’s working and where adjustments are needed.

• Strategic Planning: Based on current needs, we’ll outline the next steps, action items, or mindset shifts to focus on.

• Wrap-Up & Accountability: We’ll confirm your to-dos or reflection exercises before the next session.

7. How Long Does It Take to See Results?

This varies by person and depends on factors like the complexity of your goals and your dedication to the work. Many clients notice positive shifts—like increased motivation or clearer direction—after just a few sessions. Deeper transformations, such as significant career changes or major habit overhauls, may take a few months of consistent coaching.

8. How Often Should I Schedule Sessions?

Most clients prefer weekly or bi-weekly sessions to maintain momentum and accountability. However, the frequency is flexible—together, we’ll decide what best fits your lifestyle, goals, and budget.

9. Can I Combine Coaching with Other Forms of Support?

Absolutely. Life coaching pairs well with therapy, support groups, or any other resource that enhances your wellbeing. If you need specialized mental health treatment or find deeper emotional challenges emerging, I’ll encourage you to seek professional counseling in tandem with our coaching.

10. How Do I Get Started?

• Book a Free Consultation: Schedule a 15-minute chat to see if we’re the right fit.

• Choose Your Package: Select a single session, multiple sessions, or a customized plan that meets your needs.

• Show Up with Curiosity: Bring your questions, hopes, and an open mind. We’ll explore where you are now and define where you want to go.

11. What If I Have More Questions?

I’m all ears. Simply reach out via email or book that initial call. We can talk through any lingering concerns, discuss your aspirations, and outline how online life coaching with me can pave the way to a more purposeful, fulfilling life.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Claim your free 15-minute consultation to see how coaching might spark the change you’ve been craving. Together, we’ll uncover what drives you, tackle what’s holding you back, and shape a life that’s genuinely yours.