The important of an advisor, especially in stock market has often been underrated. More than 90% of the people end up doing gambling to varying degrees. Idea is to reduce the potential of any loss to as low while increasing the potential of profits to very high. When you have many such stocks in your portfolio, it is when you see real wealth creation. This is where a trusted advisor for equity and finance steps in.
As part of financial planning, yes we do suggest mutual funds as well. Or for that matter any other investment options that are appropriate for you.