There's been a huge rise in people becoming 'sex and relationship coaches' the differences are nuanced but important.

A Sex and Relationship Coach focuses on enhancing sexual and relational dynamics. They work with clients to set specific goals, such as improving communication, intimacy, or sexual satisfaction. - Normally through using practical strategies and skill-building. A Psychosexual and Relationship Psychotherapist will also take note of goals but are less solution focused and will spend sessions around adressing deeper psychological issues related to sexuality and relationships, including trauma, anxiety, or past experiences that impact current functioning. Psychosexual and Relationship Psychotherapists aim for long-term emotional healing and understanding, often exploring patterns and histories. 

Their approaches are Different, A Coach will take a more action-oriented approach, guiding clients through specific exercises or frameworks to achieve desired outcomes. These frameworks may be taken from research but may also be based on the coaches personal experiances and beliefs/values. A Psychosexual and Relationship Psychotherapist will call on their training background using therapeutic techniques that are either intergative or based in a specific modality to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in a safe environment. This may also involve longer-term exploration of underlying issues, The modalities used could be cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, or systemic therapy.

 The Training and Credentials of a Coach vs a Psychothrapist are different.  A coach typically holds certifications in coaching, but the field is less regulated than psychotherapy. In the UK a coaching certificate can be achieved within 6 weeks to a year. Backgrounds can vary widely, with some coaches having training in psychology, counseling, or other related fields, while others may not. 

 A Psychotherapist - Requires advanced diplomas and degrees (like a master's or doctorate) in psychology, counseling, or social work. - Must be registered to practice, ensuring a certain standard of training and ethical guidelines. The main registery for psychosexual and relartionship therapists is www.cosrt.org.uk.

Duration and Relationship Coaching relationships may be shorter-term, focusing on specific goals or challenges. - Often more structured with set sessions and specific outcomes in mind. Coaches will offer block bookings of session packs and you complete a course with them that is generally between 6-12 weeks. 

Psychosexual Psychotherapy can be a longer-term process, particularly for clients dealing with significant emotional or psychosexual issues. - Relationship therapy can be more fluid, depending on the couples needs and progress. 

While both sex and relationship coaches and psychosexual and relationship psychotherapists can support individuals and couples, coaches focus on practical strategies for improvement, while psychotherapists delve into deeper emotional and psychological issues.