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 am a trained career counselor, with over 10 years of experience in vocational 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 issue

— Shelley Samuels, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Oakland, CA

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 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, OH

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
 

Career 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, OR

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
 

When facing changes, one of the questions we often confront is who am I and what do I want to do with this short life? We may call it "career counseling" but the ways we choose to spend our days is a crucial choice, with many important limitations and consequences. Together, we can work to identify your values, who you are, and what kind of life you would like to authentically choose for yourself.

— Nic Sutherland, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Portland, OR

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
 

(A large majority of my caseload commonly works through career issues and life transitions).

— Scott Tomey, Psychotherapist in Farmington, MI

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
 

Many adults struggle in their careers. Many of my clients have a unique way of operating in the world, I honor that uniqueness by allowing you to fully express who you are, and will encourage you to find and follow your true passion. I help my clients identify the type of work that leverages your strengths so you can get the most out of your career.

— Shari Grande, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Santa Clara, CA

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 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

As an anxiety & depression specialist, I see how often these are caused by uncertainty about one's career path. Through coaching and hands-on, validated psychological assessments, I will help you find the career that helps you achieve the ideal trinity: 1. utilizes your strengths, skills, and passions; 2. helps others, from providing a direct service to producing art for others to enjoy; and 3. fulfills you, both emotionally (which prevents burnout!) & financially.

— Shannon Thomas, Clinical Psychologist in Los Angeles, CA
 

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

Career coaching is a personalized process that helps you identify and achieve your professional goals. My practice includes serving early, mid, and late career contributors. Together, we identify and leverage your strengths and overcome your challenges. I have developed a specialized approach to goal-setting, skills assessments, and action planning so that we can create a path to succesful growth.

— Susan Cain, Clinical Social Worker
 

The 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, CA

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