What is the difference between coaching and therapy?

If you are seeking support to heal from trauma, navigate a mental health challenge (such as postpartum depression or anxiety), or process deep emotional pain, therapy with a licensed mental health provider is the best fit.

If you are ready to clarify your evolving identity, balance career and caregiving roles, and step into a future aligned with your values, coaching through the Career and Cradle Compass can guide you forward.

✨ Therapy often incorporates a diagnosis and healing
✨ Coaching builds what’s next and tends to guild the client in clarifying their goals, evolving identify and building confidence, balance, and self-trust.

Not sure what you need? I’m here to help you find the right path—whether it’s with us or with another trusted professional. I am always happy to refer you to another provider that fits what YOU need and are looking for.

Do you take insurance? HSA funds?

No, coaching is not considered clinical care and that has pros and cons. I try to make my pricing as low as possible while also keeping the business running and creating space for community events.

If price is a limiting factor please reach out and we can discuss a sliding scale.

Coaching services at Career and Cradle are non-clinical and typically not covered by HSA/FSA funds. Please check with your plan administrator regarding eligible expenses. There can be exceptions.

Do you screen for postpartum mood disorders

As part of our commitment to providing supportive, appropriate care, all new coaching clients who are in the perinatal or postpartum period will be invited to complete a brief screening tool called the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). You have autonomy and can opt out of screening always.

The EPDS is a widely used and trusted questionnaire designed to gently assess symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety.

✨ If screening results suggest that additional clinical support may be needed, I will offer compassionate referrals to trusted mental health providers who specialize in perinatal and postpartum care.
✨ Coaching services are designed to complement—but not replace—clinical care when mental health needs arise.

You deserve care that honors your full journey — and we’re here to help you access it.

Can you connect me to other postpartum services?

We maintain a trusted network of postpartum support providers, including therapists, nutritionists, doulas, lactation consultants, sleep specialists, pelvic PT providers, and community groups.

If additional support is needed during your coaching journey, we will warmly connect you with resources to meet your needs.

Do you work with dads also? Couples?

YES! To BOTH!

Although our framework is matrescence-informed, we work with all parents — including fathers and non-birthing partners — to support the emotional, identity, and relational shifts that come with caregiving. Every parent’s transition matters here. When we work with couples we typically structure some sessions separately and then also together to explore your individual needs and your needs as a parenting partnership.