The Power of Coaching vs Counseling featuring Rebecca Ward

In this episode, I am talking with Rebecca Ward, LMFT, SEP, PCC, an amazing peer and practitioner created real change in this world.<br/><br/>We break down:The difference between coaching & counselingHow unresolved childhood traumas show up as an adult, especially in the workplaceUnderstanding the difference between perception & realityI loved this conversation because it really helps break down some ideas that often confuse people. <br/><br/>Rebecca's Bio:<br/>Rebecca A. Ward, LMFT, SEP, PCC, is an American therapist, healer, author, speaker, and executive coach. As a trauma survivor herself, she has triumphed over extraordinary suffering and come out on the other side to her joy again. In her new book, The Paper Tiger Syndrome: How to Liberate Yourself from the Illusion of Fear, Rebecca shares her personal tragedy-to-triumph story and wisdom from her own clients. She helps readers transform their own trauma wounds into personal growth and resilience and reconnect back to the truest version of themselves.  In addition to a bachelor's degree in journalism, Rebecca holds two master's degrees in business and clinical mental health from George Washington University and Marymount University, respectively. As a licensed therapist in California and an ICF-Certified Professional Coach, Rebecca has a multitude of trauma-informed certifications, including Somatic Experiencing . She is also a member of the International Coaching Federation and the CA Marriage and Family Therapists Association.<br/><br/>To learn more about her:<br/> www.IrisInstitute.com.  She offers individual therapy, executive coaching, 1:1 weekend intensives and coming this Fall, 2½ day workshop immersions to overcome challenges including stress, trauma, anxiety, and isolation, and reconnect with your truest Self–what she calls your Original Blueprint®. Folks should sign up to my mailing list so they can find out about upcoming events. No spam, she promises!To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.<br/><br/>Have comments or questions about this episode, send them to podcast@kimberlyjbenoit.com. <br/>You can purchase a copy of We've All Done It: Getting Real About the Role We Each Play in a Toxic Workplace HERE!<br/><br/>Special thanks to Esplanade Studios for mastering support & Melissa Argyle Designs. Music by Denys Kyshchuk from Pixabay