Therapy or Coaching

You are probably wondering what the difference is?

I'm going to make this very simple; it comes down to 2 things.

1. I am only licensed as a therapist in the state of Colorado. If you are not located in Colorado, I can't be your therapist.

2. Medical necessity- what does that mean? If I am treating a diagnosis such as PTSD that is medical necessity. If I am supporting you through a traumatic event, that is not.

Why I offer coaching-

I offer coaching due to the strict rules of therapy. Therapy confines my practice to the state of Colorado and places limitations on how I can show up in a session. In therapy, I would not be encouraged to share any personal information with a client. In coaching, I am able to work with anyone, anywhere. I am able to openly share about my life to the benefit of a client. There are no "rules" about what a session looks like. That's the cool part- it's all up to you and how I can support you.

What's the benefit?

The biggest benefit of working with me as a coach compared to many "life coaches" out there is I'm a qualified professional. While I don't use therapy modalities in coaching sessions, I do provide the same skills and information that I do in a therapy session. I have the education + life experience to adequately support my clients. Also, in coaching there is no diagnosis. We don't focus on labels, and there is nothing that will haunt you in your medical record. It's a truly confidential space that allows us to focus on what really matters.

Please reach out to see if therapy or coaching with me is the right fit for you!☺

Office Tour

Welcome to my office! Can you imagine coming in for your first session? Not pictured is the sound of rain, the ambiance of the rock lamp + lava lamp, and the room lit with a warm glow as we sit next to small fireplace and chat or play. A cozy + tranquil office is so important to me!

Money a barrier to therapy?

I offer a sliding scale- As a therapist, I want to help those who cannot afford traditional therapy fees, and so I enrolled with Open Path. I am thrilled to help people in this manner. One of the biggest barriers to mental health treatment is affordability for those who don't have insurance. My standard rate is $125 per hour (which is on the low end for Colorado). How does the sliding scale work? With Open Path, clients receive a 30% to 60% discount, depending on the fee they choose that works within their budget. I let clients pick their fee in the $40 to $70 range. I don't get involved in making them prove their income or anything like that. Most people are at $45 or $50, though people have picked $70 or $40. How and when do you direct clients to Open Path? When I get a prospective client who is asking about my sliding scale, I send them to Open Path. I explain how Open Path works, that they will have to pay the initial $65 fee to keep the website going, but that they will...

Looking for a therapist?

Welcome! I am so glad that you are here. It takes a lot of courage and strength to seek out a therapist to walk with you through whatever stage of life you are currently in. Through my own self-discovery, I have learned that we are all on our own unique journey towards tending to parts of us that have been mistreated or left behind by hurtful past experiences, which is why my therapeutic approach is individualized and collaborative, to meet each client's needs. It is my passion to further assist you in your journey of becoming the best version of yourself. More about Natalie Therapy Services: EMDR Individuals Children + Adolescents Couples + Families

Natalie Hanks. LPC

Search This Blog