Therapy or Coaching? What’s Right for You?

“I know I need support... but I’m not sure if I need therapy or coaching.”If you’ve found yourself thinking this — you’re not alone.

It’s something I hear from many people who are exploring ways to feel better, make a change, or simply move forward in life. The lines between therapy and coaching can sometimes feel a bit blurry — especially if you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

So let’s talk about it.

🌱 Therapy Helps You Heal

Therapy is a space for understanding yourself on a deeper level. It’s where you can safely explore difficult emotions, past experiences, and patterns that might be holding you back.

You might benefit from therapy if:

• You’re feeling anxious, low, or overwhelmed

• You're navigating grief, trauma, or life transitions

• You’re stuck in emotional loops you don’t fully understand

• You want to explore your inner world in a safe and supported space

Therapy at Willow Tree is gentle, holistic, and never rushed. I draw from counselling, person-centred approaches, CBT, and trauma-informed practice to help you feel seen, heard, and supported — wherever you're starting from.

🚀 Coaching Helps You Grow

Coaching is about helping you move forward. It’s a proactive, future-focused space where we can explore your goals, uncover what matters to you, and build confidence and momentum.

You might benefit from coaching if:

• You want clarity around what’s next

• You’re ready to set meaningful goals and take action

• You’re feeling lost or disconnected from purpose

• You want to create change but don’t know where to start

I use tools from NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), life coaching, and the beautiful concept of Ikigai — helping you rediscover what makes your life feel meaningful, and how to align your actions with that.

What if you need both?

Here’s the thing: you don’t have to choose just one.Many of my clients blend therapy and coaching depending on what they need at the time. Some start with coaching and discover deeper emotional blocks. Others start with therapy and later shift into growth-oriented work once they feel more grounded.

And that’s the beauty of a holistic approach — we adapt it to you.

There’s no fixed path. There’s only your path.

Still unsure?

If you're on the fence, that’s totally okay. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. That’s exactly why I offer a free, 1-hour discovery session — no pressure, no judgment, just a warm, honest chat to help you decide what might support you best.

Call or message me today: 07503 850090 Book your free session on the website,

Whether you're looking to heal, grow, or both — Willow Tree Therapy is here to support you.