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Footsteps

Coaching & Practitioner Support

Structured human support, clearly defined

Some people want more than a self-directed program but are not seeking — or do not need — psychotherapy. Coaching and practitioner support fill that space with practical, goal-focused help.

What it is

Practical support alongside your program

Coaching and practitioner support are educational and skill-focused. They are not psychotherapy, do not involve diagnosis, and do not constitute clinical treatment.

Goals and follow-through

Set concrete goals, break them into steps, and stay accountable between sessions.

Skill practice with a person

Rehearse communication, regulation, and problem-solving skills with a practitioner.

Clear scope of service

If your needs or requirements point to licensed therapy, we'll help connect you with the appropriate therapy service.

How support fits

How coaching fits within Footsteps

Choose the type of support that fits your goals, or follow the service requirements identified by your program or referral.

Ask about coaching and practitioner support

Tell us what kind of support you're looking for and we'll talk through the options that fit — including whether therapy would serve you better.

Footsteps is not a crisis service. If you are in crisis, call or text 988, or call 911.

Coaching and nonclinical practitioner support are not psychotherapy, are not a substitute for licensed clinical care, and are not crisis services. Practitioner names, credentials, and availability are published only once verified.

Find the right place to start

Tell us what brings you here — a personal goal, a program requirement, a referral, or support you're looking for — and we'll help you find the right starting place.