Both must provide valid information about strokes, along with guidance and support. These are both critical during the early stages of the recovery process. Where the differences begin are the focuses. With coaching, the focus is on “what's next?” aspect, while consultancy is oriented to the “why?” I wait. Coaching is also more activity-oriented, meaning the client is encouraged to choose their own goal and how to achieve it. The clinician acts as a simple facilitator, guiding the client where he or she wants to go. The foundation of coaching is based on the fact that the client holds the key to his own success. Knowing this, it is impertinent for the clinician to abandon the “boss” tendencies to allow the client to “take