What’s the difference between therapy & coaching?
Therapy focuses on the treatment and support of “mental health disorders” meaning when your stressors get to the point of creating significant challenges in your life. Anna has 8 years of social work and 6 years of therapy experience that informs her coaching practice. At AYA, we do not practice therapy, we practice coaching. If you are in need of therapy services, as indicated by you finding that a mental illness is impacting your ability to function, then Anna can support you in identifying appropriate referrals for this treatment. when a client is experiencing mental health issues (i.e. a condition that prevents an individual’s mind from working normally), we should refer them to the appropriate professional for diagnosis and treatment. AYA’s services are focused on coaching and intuitive counseling, not therapy. Common issues that warrant a referral to therapy include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), substance abuse, suicidal ideation, and thought disorders.
Coaching focuses on supporting goal attainment and accountability towards reaching that which you desire. Here, we tend to focus on your future and what is interfering in your present, blocking your blessings for the future. Clients both in the United States and Internationally may access these services. Coaching is not therapy. AYA comes with the belief that you are already whole and that digging into “issues” of the past is not the focus, we leave that work up to you as a self-healer. We will look at where you are today and I will support your growth, we will set personal and professional goals, identify where there is a need to remove obstacles to move forward and take action to create the life you desire. If for any reason AYA feels other therapeutic professional services are required, AYA will request you get the help you need.
Do you offer groups?
Yes! Groups are a great way to heal and to learn new ways of being. Check out more about this offering here!
What can I expect from working with AYA?
Anna’s goal is to provide you with support by walking alongside you, assisting you in navigating the stressors in your life and developing tools to support the creation of the life that you want. Services are held in a strength’s based, nonjudgmental & trauma informed approach. Anna utilizes a holistic approach that looks at a person’s biological, psychological, social and spiritual values in order to support client’s ability to create their ideal futures.
Do I need to agree with your spiritual beliefs to work with you?
Magic(k) | AYA’s simple definition: Energy + Intention - Here we use it both with the k and without depending on the mood. AYA is never using it to indicate magic tricks or illusions.
Magick | “the transformation that occurs when a witch/magician bends or shapes energy using paranormal techniques. The “k” at the end of the word distinguishes it form magic tricks and stage illusion (or sleight of hand)” Skye Alexander
Witch | “Someone who uses [their] power along with the natural laws of the universe to shape reality in accordance with [their] purposes.” (Skye Alexander)
Witchcraft | “The practice of manipulating energy through various means to produce a desired result” (Skye Alexander)
Do I need to agree with your spiritual beliefs to work with you?
Not at All! At AYA we want you to able to be your authentic self, including having your own beliefs and spirituality. Wherever you feel most aligned is what is important
That being said, if your beliefs are connected to white supremacy, intentionally doing harm to others or supporting the disenfranchisement of marginalized folx, I will not be able to work with you.
What are your rules with confidentiality?
I believe in respecting my client’s confidentiality and do not share details about my clients with others without written consent from the client.
How often do we meet and for how long do services last?
We meet according to the needs of the client. The length of our time together depends on your goals and the timing you are able to commit to the work. Anna is happy to discuss with clients what their needs are and decide what is the best fit as we create our action plan.
What ages do you work with?
At AYA, Anna works with adults, 18 and over. Anna may be able to work with some teenagers on a case by case basis. Contact Anna for more information!
Can I use my health insurance?
Unfortunately, since this is coaching and not therapy, you are not able to use health insurance plans to cover services.
What is AYA’s style of coaching?
To read about our practitioner, Anna’s, style of coaching please check out the About Page.
What is your cancellation policy?
In order to receive a refund, clients must cancel within 24 hours of the agreed upon appointment.