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!
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— Lizz Gentzkow, Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland, ORI help individuals find things they are passionate about and explore ways to monetize that passion. Maybe you need a career change or want to add a side hustle, this focus area is where to start.
— Candice N. Crowley, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor in Cincinnati, OHI 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, CAAt 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, NYThe career counseling I offer is a bit different than helping you determine your life's calling, next career move, or navigating a job search. While I'm qualified in those areas, I specializing in helping others work through how anxiety, self-esteem, confidence, burnout, and people-pleasing are impacting their career performance. I enjoy helping others feel more secure and in control of their job and professional identity by tackling these issues within the specific context of their career.
— Joe Burke, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Cary, NCI 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, PAThe transition from teenager to adult is under-recognized in terms of the challenges. They include the long journey of building an adult career, adult friendships and mentors, and adult autonomy. I work with you to identify the areas where you are thriving and the areas where you need help. Overall, most people have set deadlines for themselves that are hard to achieve and together we work to break the effort into digestible chunks.
— Jason Olin, Clinical Psychologist in Newport Beach, 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, CAI 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 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, COCareer counseling is a process that assists individuals in making informed career decisions, guiding them to discover and understand their skills, interests, and values. It explores potential career paths and facilitates goal setting. This therapy supports dealing with work-related stress, career transitions, and striking a balance between work and personal life.
— Jennifer Gray, Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland, ORI am a Neuro-Spicy, Gifted therapist licensed in TX and WA. I love working with weary weirdos and anti-heroes. Whether you're high achieving yet perpetually dissatisfied, experiencing gifted burnout, failure to launch, or feel you've never quite found "your thing," I will compassionately challenge the shit outta you. Yeah, I said it. Let's go! P.S. I also specialize in late-identified neurodivergence (GT, ADHD, ASD). It's possible you're missing an important piece of your puzzle!
— Kimberly Watts Hoggatt, Licensed Professional Counselor in San Antonio, TXChange can be overwhelming and frightening, especially with our careers. Focusing on our strengths and passions can help guide us to make the correct career choices.
— Heath Tolleson, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor in New Braunfels, TXVery 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, 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, 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, OR- career development - career change - performance - leadership - stress and burnout
— MEGAN DUBOSE, Counselor in Dallas, TXA sense of purpose in work is inextricable from our personal fulfillment, and I can provide actionable strategies to help you identify what will bring you meaning and satisfaction to thrive. I’ve worked at distinguished institutions like Rice University and Purdue University, partnering with students and young professionals as they strive to understand their interests and abilities, explore college majors and potential careers, and make a strategy for flourishing in the working world.
— Tamara Clarkson, Counselor in Houston, TX