Should I Get Therapy or Coaching? Interview W/ Professional Coach & Therapist Vin Infante
Oct 16, 2023
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Vin Infante, certified professional coach, mentor and licensed therapist, discusses the differences between therapy and coaching, the reasons why individuals stay in abusive relationships, and the significance of seeking support and guidance. Find out about the various modalities and expertise of the guest, including how to access free resources and a mission board template on their website.
Analyze your needs and goals when seeking support, considering therapists or coaches based on the specific areas you want to work on.
Therapy focuses on understanding past experiences and demystifying patterns, while coaching challenges standards and supports goal achievement.
Recognize and break free from learned helplessness by analyzing beliefs, seeking professional support, and embracing empowerment.
Deep dives
Finding the Right Support
When looking for support, it's important to analyze where you're currently at in your life and what you need. Consider if you want to work on mindset, anxiety, depression, or other specific areas. Research different options, such as therapists or coaches, and schedule consultations to see if the energy and approach align with what you're seeking. Don't be afraid to go on multiple 'dates' and find someone who understands and supports your journey.
Therapy versus Coaching
Therapy focuses on building awareness, understanding past experiences, and demystifying patterns that are affecting your present life. It can provide a safe space for deeper exploration. Coaching, on the other hand, is about challenging your current standards, raising them higher, and supporting you in taking actions to achieve your goals. Coaching operates more in the present and future, emphasizing progress and growth.
Learned Helplessness and Breaking Free
Learned helplessness is when previous experiences make you believe you are powerless to change your circumstances. It's important to recognize this pattern and understand that you can break free from it. Take the time to analyze why you have certain beliefs about yourself and seek support from professionals who can help you make sense of your identity and guide you towards a more empowered future.
Dating Approach to Finding Support
Treat the process of finding the right support like dating. Take the time to meet different therapists or coaches and gauge how you connect with them. Look for someone who understands your needs and is capable of challenging and guiding you. Utilize free consultations to find the right match for your personality, energy, and desired outcomes.
Getting Started on Your Journey
To get started, analyze your current life situation and identify your goals and desired changes. Use online resources to find professionals who specialize in areas relevant to your needs, whether it's mindset, anxiety, depression, or other specific concerns. Don't be afraid to schedule consultations and ask questions to ensure a good fit. Remember, you're the expert on yourself, and finding the right support can empower you to make significant positive changes in your life.
Vin Infante is a certified professional coach, mentor and licensed therapist. With an extensive background in psychology, mindset, behavior, neurology, and physiology, he uses his knowledge to help individuals unlock and achieve their unique definition of success. He leverages his unique combination of expertise to be able to provide clients the type of service they need at the exact time they need it.
His work has been featured on Forbes, Entrepreneur, USA Today and many others.
In this episode, learn about Vin's work and how to identify whether a coach or a therapist is a better fit for your when looking for outside support.