ENCORE: Leaving Therapy for Coaching with Dr. Corey Wilks
Episode description
Today’s session is about leaving psychotherapy for coaching. This transition is one that many therapist colleagues have made, and the reality is that many more are shifting from the field of therapy into coaching. Several major factors play into this decision, and my guest today gives a transparent look at his experience in this transition. Join us to learn more!
Our Featured Guest
Dr. Corey Wilks
Dr. Corey Wilks is a good friend and licensed psychologist who joins us for an open and honest look at his transition from therapy to coaching. In giving a glimpse into the circumstances and perspectives that led him to make this decision and shift his career, he shares how his career goals have changed over the years, what autonomy means to him, and why it is important. We wrap up by discussing mistakes that therapists often make in this career change and the drawbacks to leaving a traditional career in mental health.
You’ll Learn:
- Corey’s career goals back in grad school—and how they have changed
- Understanding autonomy, freedom, and why these are Corey’s top priorities
- Corey’s realizations about therapy, wellness, and burnout
- Considerations in making the shift to entrepreneurship
- The biggest mistake people make in turning from therapy to coaching
- The difference in coaching as a much more solo-based endeavor than therapy
- Corey’s advice to a therapist considering becoming a coach
- The distinction between the roles of therapist and coach—and how Corey navigates “the line”
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