If you want to live a more intentional life, a life coach is a valuable resource in achieving this goal. A life coach helps you clarify your goals, identify obstacles and problematic behaviors. After thoroughly assessing the barriers, you and your Life Coach create an action plan to achieve your desired results. Coaching techniques tend to focus on the present and future and assume that there are no mental health barriers impacting your ability to achieve your goals.   Life Coaches do not diagnose their clients. While Therapists determine illnesses and pathologies so their clients can be clinically treated. In the coaching process, you explore your strengths, what inspires you, and what you are passionate about. Ultimately, a life Coach empowers you to take control of your life and take action to steer it toward your goals.