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Written by Arthur Zey

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No.

Coaching is educational and advisory. It is not psychotherapy, psychiatry, medical care, physical therapy, rehabilitation, medical nutrition therapy, diagnosis or treatment of eating disorders, or emergency support.

That boundary matters.

Coaching may involve psychological topics, emotional regulation, mindfulness, nutrition, physical exercise, injury-aware planning, philosophical discussion, and practical decision-making. But discussing those areas in a coaching context does not turn coaching into licensed professional care.

If your needs require a physician, therapist, psychiatrist, physical therapist, registered dietitian, or other qualified professional, I may recommend that you seek that support.

Coaching can be valuable, but it is not a substitute for the right licensed care.

Separately, just because I am also a licensed attorney, our coaching relationship does not establish an attorney-client relationship, even if I happen to opine on legal matters. For any legal issues, I advise you to seek out a lawyer licensed in your jurisdiction with specific expertise related to your needs.