Finding a satisfying and fulfilling career is a critical part of mental health. If you are facing career-related challenges or just having trouble figuring out what your next step should be, you may want to explore career counseling (or career guidance as it is sometimes known). A qualified career counselor will be able to help you identify all your options and work to help you change, choose or leave a career. No matter what stage of life you are in, a career counselor can help you use your values, skills, strengths, and interests to identify the perfect career for you. Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s experts today!
Finding a job that suits your needs, your purpose, and your values can be super hard. Especially if you're not sure if you're in the wrong job OR if you're not managing it properly. Once you've identified what you want to do, it is important to set yourself up for success - from the first interview, to every-day work life, through promotion and future career goals. Let's talk about how you can maximize your strengths, manage your day, and succeed at work.
— Katie Vernoy, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Torrance, CAEveryone has unique talents and strengths. Everyone. The key is to understand how to leverage these in a way that creates ultimate satisfaction for you, and in turn serves others. If you work with me, I will push you to try experiments and forays toward the career growth you deserve.
— Michael Ceely, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Berkeley, CAFinding a job or changing career direction can feel overwhelming. Where do you even start? I can help so you don't have to do this alone. - Figure out what you want to do with your life - Learn job search techniques no one has taught you - Stop feeling confused and effectively move forward
— Whitney Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor in Austin, TXI have extensive experience supporting people in High-Tech fields (e.g., software engineering, systems administration) work through career stress, anxiety, burnout, imposter syndrome, and job transitions.
— Jun Akiyama, Licensed Professional Counselor in Longmont, COCareers or potential careers can contribute towards a wide range of symptoms, especially certain working environments that can predispose an individual to higher levels of stress than usual. I served many different populations in search of treatment, with careers being one of the most significant variables that can trigger symptoms of stress, anxiety, and even depression.
— Scott Tomey, Psychotherapist in Farmington, MII enjoy working with young adults and college students that are experiencing career and life related challenges. I adopt a tailored approach that recognizes this condition's unique challenges and strengths. I focus on helping them develop practical strategies to manage their symptoms and navigate daily life more effectively.
— Raven Lee, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in Greensboro, NCFinding a job that suits your needs, your purpose, and your values can be super hard. Especially if you're not sure if you're in the wrong job OR if you're not managing it properly. Once you've identified what you want to do, it is important to set yourself up for success - from the first interview, to every-day work life, through promotion and future career goals. Let's talk about how you can maximize your strengths, manage your day, and succeed at work.
— Katie Vernoy, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Torrance, CAIt's time to take the leap, committing yourself to become more fulfilled in your career. I specialize in helping people discover a career that falls in line with their life's purpose. I work with people who feel stuck in their careers, are dealing with career burnout or stress, or are entering the workforce and are unsure of what direction to take. Some of my favorite populations to work with include young adults or parents returning to the workforce after taking time off to raise children.
— Heather Rose LeCompte, Licensed Professional Counselor in Eugene, ORAt some point throughout our careers, most of us will experience feeling stuck, unmotivated, unsure of next steps or in need of some support navigating a workplace dynamic. Therapy can be a great place to identify and talk through work-related challenges. As a career changer, I have personal experience navigating different kinds of work environments and grappling with my career path.
— Megan Wessler, Mental Health Counselor in New York, NYI became a therapist later in life, so I have worked in a variety of jobs and industries. One was working at YMCA, where I taught college exploration. At another job, I helped students find scholarships and write college essays. As a DV counselor, I have helped people explore what comes next in their lives, which is often a career change. It can be emotionally beneficial to have a career that brings joy and independence, and there are numerous resources to help people find what that is for them.
— Kate Mageau, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in Seattle, WAI am a certified career counselor and certified life's purpose coach. I specialize in helping people discover a career that falls in line with their life's purpose. I work with people who feel stuck in their careers, are dealing with career burnout or stress, or are entering the workforce and are unsure of what direction to take. Some of my favorite populations to work with include young adults or parents returning to the workforce after taking time off to raise children.
— Heather Rose LeCompte, Licensed Professional Counselor in Eugene, ORIt's time to take the leap, committing yourself to become more fulfilled in your career. I specialize in helping people discover a career that falls in line with their life's purpose. I work with people who feel stuck in their careers, are dealing with career burnout or stress, or are entering the workforce and are unsure of what direction to take. Some of my favorite populations to work with include young adults or parents returning to the workforce after taking time off to raise children.
— Heather Rose LeCompte, Licensed Professional Counselor in Eugene, ORSupport around personal and professional growth; clarifying career goals and implementing steps toward building a fulfilling career and meaningful work-life balance.
— Jesse Gross, Mental Health Counselor in New York, NYI specialize in career counseling for women leaders, addressing workplace stress and transitions. Using trauma-informed therapy, CBT, and mindfulness, I guide clients to overcome challenges, find clarity, and thrive professionally. We'll create personalized plans to manage stress and achieve work-life balance. Ready to transform your career? Reach out today!
— Djuan Short, Clinical Social Worker in Philadelphia, PAVery often people feel stuck in their work OR feel like their career has not even started. Being in a job that is a poor fit can be frustrating & even lead to depression or anxiety. This can go on to impact our personal life & relationships. Further, the rapid advancement in technology is creating new opportunities, but can seem overwhelming to know where to start. Lets put our heads together to see what is possible for you.
— Kathleen Thompson, Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland, ORI have 15+ years of experience providing career counseling in university and private practice settings. I am trained to administer MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, and True Colors assessments. I address the VIPS - Values, Interests, Personality, and Skills. Additionally, I include resume review and practice interviewing as part of the process. Career counseling can be helpful for adolescents and young adults as they transition to college and beyond, as well as mid-career change adults.
— Kimberly Watts Hoggatt, Licensed Professional Counselor in San Antonio, TXI am a trained career counselor, with over 7 years of experience in employment counseling. As an integrative career counselor, I work with clients to help them identify potential emotional barriers in order to move forward with career transitions; using my clinical tools like expressive arts, mindfulness & CBT. As a certified MBTI (Myers Briggs Trait Instrument) trainer, I enjoy administering the MBTI test, interpreting it; helping clients incorporate this knowledge to understand work issues.
— Shelley Samuels, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Oakland, CA