Counsellors vs. Coaches
When it comes to supporting your return to work or personal growth, you might wonder - what’s the difference between a counsellor and a coach? At MOCO Coaching, we believe both play vital, complementary roles in helping you thrive, which is why we offer access to both expert counselling and personalised coaching.
What Does a Counsellor Do?
Counsellors provide a safe, confidential space to explore emotional challenges, past trauma, grief or mental health concerns. In the UK, around 1 in 6 adults report experiencing a common mental health problem such as anxiety or depression in any given week (ONS, 2023). Counselling helps individuals process what they’re feeling, understand their emotions and heal from difficult experiences. At MOCO, our counsellors, like Karen, combine proven therapeutic approaches with compassion and deep listening, supporting those who need time to pause, reflect and rebuild before moving forward.
What Does a Coach Do?
Coaches focus on your present and future - helping you clarify goals, build confidence and develop strategies to achieve success. Coaching is forward-looking, action-oriented and tailored to your unique career journey. For women returning to work, particularly after parental leave, this support is vital: research shows that 40% of women in the UK face challenges in re-entering the workforce post-maternity (Women and Equalities Committee, 2022). Our one-to-one coaching empowers you to step into your potential with renewed clarity and motivation.
Why We Offer Both at MOCO
Because everyone’s journey is different. Sometimes you need a moment to heal and process - this is where counselling shines. Other times, you’re ready to set goals and take bold steps forward - and that’s when coaching is the perfect fit. At MOCO, we honour both sides of this journey, offering integrated support so you can move at your own pace and receive exactly what you need.
The MOCO Difference
Our holistic approach means you’re never alone, whether you’re navigating emotional overwhelm or reigniting your career. In fact, companies investing in wellbeing and coaching see up to a 7x return in employee engagement and productivity (ICF Global Coaching Study, 2022). We create a safe, empowering space where healing and growth happen together. By combining counselling and coaching, MOCO supports the whole person - not just the professional.
Ready to find your path forward?
Get in touch to explore how MOCO’s blend of counselling and coaching can help you return stronger, more confident and truly ready to thrive.