Career Counseling

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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I 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, CO

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, CA
 

I assist individuals explore their strengths, interests, and values to find fulfilling paths. Whether facing career transitions, workplace stress, or uncertainty about the future, I provide guidance tailored to each person’s unique goals. Using a blend of Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, and Narrative Therapy, I help clients overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and develop actionable steps toward success. My approach empowers individuals to make informed decisions align their careers with them.

— Tasha Sarvis, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Career-related therapy/counseling focuses on gaining insight into your underlying thoughts and emotions around your career, figuring out what role you want your career to play in your life, exploring what matters to you in your career and why, and understanding how you might approach your career trajectory going forward in a way that is more psychologically healthy for you. I also have experience helping people cope better with unemployment.

— Jason Wang, Psychologist in Washington, DC
 

I support clients who are burnt out, unsatisfied in their careers, are working towards a job change such as leaving a career or preparing for a promotion.

— Desiree Norwood, Psychotherapist

I 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, PA
 

How we feel about our careers and the healthiness of our work environments have significant relationships to our mental and emotional health. I have successfully worked with many clients on 'imposter syndrome,' boundaries, finding career passions, work-life balance, healing from toxic work environments, job search struggles & successes, and exploring their next career step!

— Johanna Karasik, Licensed Professional Counselor in Northglenn, CO

Is your job getting you down? Are you feeling burned out, and not sure how to turn it around? Maybe at this point you can't even remember why you accepted the job in the first place. Or perhaps you're an entrepreneur and can't seem to create the work-life balance you'd thought you would have achieved by now. You've noticed that getting through the week is getting harder and harder, and the coping strategies that used to work just aren't cutting it anymore. No worries - I can help!

— Dr. Grisel Lopez-Escobar, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Boca Raton, FL
 

Change 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, TX

How do you decide on what to do as a career? Especially when you are freshly out of school without much experience but rather some internship or volunteer experience? Should we follow the path of our parents? Should we settle on getting decent pay or have enough freedom at work? Should we take our job seriously enough, pour our 100% energy into it, and get burnout? Or perhaps you just got laid off and felt stuck in a position with no future? We can start structured sessions to explore.

— Chao Zhao, Art Therapist in Pasadena, CA
 

I 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 in Seattle, WA

Support 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, NY
 

I 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, TX

Navigating career changes, exploring new opportunities, or facing workplace hurdles can be daunting. Whether you're considering a shift in your career, dealing with job-related stress, preparing for professional exams, or feeling stuck in your current role, I'm here to help you gain clarity and build confidence. With a strengths-based, solution-focused approach, we’ll explore your unique skills, values, and aspirations, while addressing self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or any limiting beliefs. Tog

— Katherine Flechaus, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
 

I combine focused study of workplace issues with experience from a lifetime of corporate work. I have a passion for helping people navigate career transitions from starting out, to starting again, to retirement's second act. We might explore what changes feel right, even if they feel scary, or how to believe in yourself and find meaning and balance between work and life.

— Christa Cummins, Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland, OR

I focus on helping high achievers like you tap into your true potential. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by pressure, perfectionism, or self-doubt, know that you’re not alone. We’ll work through issues like imposter syndrome, anxiety, and setting boundaries so you can step out of the cycle of endless striving. With personalized career counseling and executive coaching, I’ll support you in finding a healthier work-life balance and lasting fulfillment.

— Joe Rustum, Clinical Psychologist in Nashville, TN
 

Whether or not you're seeking ongoing therapy with me, I offer the Strong Interest Inventory for career exploration to those in their last 2 years of high school and beyond. No matter why you're looking for a new career path, let's use your interests and personality strengths to find some new possible paths forward! See https://SageBlackbirdTherapy.com/StrongCareer for information on the process to schedule your collaborative career exploration session!

— Elizabeth Bolton, Licensed Professional Counselor in Cypress, TX

Experience working with individuals cope and manage current professional setting as well as explore new opportunities.

— Sara Roesler, Clinical Social Worker
 

I 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, TX

I 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