Is a Relationship Counselor the Same as a Relationship Coach?

Online, December 5, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Is a Relationship Counselor the Same as a Relationship Coach?
It can be very confusing when looking for relationship help these days. Many people do not understand the difference between a relationship counselor and a relationship coach.

Differences Between a Relationship Counselor & a Relationship Coach #1: Higher Education.

To be considered a relationship counselor you must have a Master's Degree or higher in clinical psychology, family and marriage therapy, social work, or mental health counseling.

Differences Between a Relationship Counselor & a Relationship Coach #2: Extensive Clinical Training.

A relationship counselor must go through clinical training under the supervision of a PhD.

Differences Between a Relationship Counselor & a Relationship Coach #3: Psychotherapeutic Skills.

A relationship counselor will have a vast array of psychotherapeutic methods in working with a couple looking for relationship help.

Differences Between a Relationship Counselor & a Relationship Coach #4: Two Hats.

A relationship counselor can also work as a relationship coach when they are not treating mental health or psychological problems in their clients.

Differences Between a Relationship Counselor & a Relationship Coach #5: Length of Treatment.

A relationship counselor will often work with their clients on a long-term basis addressing issues starting in their childhood.

When looking for relationship help one can chose a relationship counselor or a relationship coach depending upon the relationship help needed. If there are psychological or mental health issues that need to be addressed it is best to seek help from a relationship counselor. However, if there are relationship issues concerning finding the right partner, how to have more effective communication, setting and attaining relationship goals, and learning how to pick and date the right people, then working with a relationship coach will serve those needs in a much quicker and efficient way.

Bree Maresca-Kramer M.A. holds a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling, has over fifteen years of clinical experience working with individuals and couples, and has been featured on NBC, CBS, The CW, FOX NEWS, National Radio Programming, The Chicago Tribune, Shape Magazine, In-Touch Magazine, The Nest Magazine, E-Harmony, AOL, and is a Columnist for The Huffington Post.

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