Career Counseling Therapists in Glendale, AZ
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Specialties - Spirituality, Depression & Anxiety, Relationship & Communication Issues, Trauma & PTSD, Life Transitions, Self-esteem & Body Image Issues, Career Stress, Substance Abuse & Addiction, Abandonment, Aging, Anger Management, Couples Counseling, Emotional Abuse, Family Conflict, Mindfulness, Parenting, Sexual Addiction & Infidelity, and Stress.
Connection, Authenticity, Respect, and Empathy - that's the Heart C.A.R.E. commitment. Hi, my name is Dave! I am a Christian Counselor, Board Certified Pastoral Counselor, Licensed Pastor, Licensed Chaplain, and Professor. My passion is strengthening others through an exploration of biblical truths and multiple therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, PCT, and SFBT. My goals will always be to make you feel safe, heard, respected, understood, and to help you become the healthiest version of yourself spiritually, emotionally, physically, mentally, socially, and professionally. I look forward to a successful journey together!
Specialties - Spirituality, Depression & Anxiety, Relationship & Communication Issues, Trauma & PTSD, Life Transitions, Self-esteem & Body Image Issues, Career Stress, Substance Abuse & Addiction, Abandonment, Aging, Anger Management, Couples Counseling, Emotional Abuse, Family Conflict, Mindfulness, Parenting, Sexual Addiction & Infidelity, and Stress.
Connection, Authenticity, Respect, and Empathy - that's the Heart C.A.R.E. commitment. Hi, my name is Dave! I am a Christian Counselor, Board Certified Pastoral Counselor, Licensed Pastor, Licensed Chaplain, and Professor. My passion is strengthening others through an exploration of biblical truths and multiple therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, PCT, and SFBT. My goals will always be to make you feel safe, heard, respected, understood, and to help you become the healthiest version of yourself spiritually, emotionally, physically, mentally, socially, and professionally. I look forward to a successful journey together!
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Annette Stanley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, AZ 85318 (Online Only)
I began my career as a couples counselor, anchored in Attachment theory, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Gottman Therapy (L3) which has led to specific training to work with individual men’s & women’s issues such as betrayal trauma, partner abuse, grief, mood disorders, acute/chronic stress, adjustment disorders, burn-out, & family relationships.
New Clients welcome! Finding the right counselor can be an overwhelming task. I would be honored to alleviate that stress and be a witness to your pain & your healing. Whether you struggle with a painful relationship, a mental health diagnosis or just feel stuck in life, my heart is to give each client individualized attention to resolve wounds, overcome painful experiences and reach goals through proven therapeutic models. Learning how to care for the relationship you have with you with grace & compassion is paramount. It aids to better navigate relationships, set healthy boundaries, & strive for excellence in all areas of life.
I began my career as a couples counselor, anchored in Attachment theory, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Gottman Therapy (L3) which has led to specific training to work with individual men’s & women’s issues such as betrayal trauma, partner abuse, grief, mood disorders, acute/chronic stress, adjustment disorders, burn-out, & family relationships.
New Clients welcome! Finding the right counselor can be an overwhelming task. I would be honored to alleviate that stress and be a witness to your pain & your healing. Whether you struggle with a painful relationship, a mental health diagnosis or just feel stuck in life, my heart is to give each client individualized attention to resolve wounds, overcome painful experiences and reach goals through proven therapeutic models. Learning how to care for the relationship you have with you with grace & compassion is paramount. It aids to better navigate relationships, set healthy boundaries, & strive for excellence in all areas of life.
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Jaymina Patel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, AZ 85310 (Online Only)
My clients may be high achieving individuals suffering from various forms of angst between family stressors, career pressures, health changes, life transitions, and having difficulty facing patterns that no longer serve them or their relationship with the world. My clients may be dealing with depression, anxiety, and a lack of clarity. They may be having difficulty finding the answers that are already within themselves. My goal is to expose them to these codes and present the various strengths their mind finds.
My clients may be high achieving individuals suffering from various forms of angst between family stressors, career pressures, health changes, life transitions, and having difficulty facing patterns that no longer serve them or their relationship with the world. My clients may be dealing with depression, anxiety, and a lack of clarity. They may be having difficulty finding the answers that are already within themselves. My goal is to expose them to these codes and present the various strengths their mind finds.
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Have you ever wondered where your concerns for anxiety, depression, stress response, or other experiences of difficulties originated from? I have always been curious about helping others solve these issues, even before pursuing a career in psychology. By guiding you to explore the details of your concerns and examining potential responses and solutions. I aim to help you understand yourself better and take action to achieve your goals or your path to healing. Life is a journey and can get kind of nutty at times with everything that is thrown at us. Let’s explore it together!
Have you ever wondered where your concerns for anxiety, depression, stress response, or other experiences of difficulties originated from? I have always been curious about helping others solve these issues, even before pursuing a career in psychology. By guiding you to explore the details of your concerns and examining potential responses and solutions. I aim to help you understand yourself better and take action to achieve your goals or your path to healing. Life is a journey and can get kind of nutty at times with everything that is thrown at us. Let’s explore it together!
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Sometimes despite our best intentions we find ourselves consumed by unhealthy thoughts or engaged in relationships that are not supportive to our exploration, identification and realization of our best selves. You may be trying to find ways to deal with a loss of a relationship, process and grow through trauma, manage stress, or explore your career path. The goal of Best Self LLC is to create a safe space for you to acknowledge your strengths and reinforce your resilience while you define and witness your success and grow.
Sometimes despite our best intentions we find ourselves consumed by unhealthy thoughts or engaged in relationships that are not supportive to our exploration, identification and realization of our best selves. You may be trying to find ways to deal with a loss of a relationship, process and grow through trauma, manage stress, or explore your career path. The goal of Best Self LLC is to create a safe space for you to acknowledge your strengths and reinforce your resilience while you define and witness your success and grow.
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Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC, CCTP, CAGSSAC
Verified Verified
Glendale, AZ 85308
Our clinicians specialize in the treatment of a wide array of issues such as the effects of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, family conflict, life/career changes and much more.
At Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions we believe whole people connecting with one another enhances the well-being of the family and the community. Similarly, people living and working together as whole communities will make the world better for all of us. Additionally, we all need places where we can speak without fear of judgement or rejection. When these needs are met, barriers to growth and well being can be removed. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters the kind of individual growth that comes from intentional change by promoting health, healing and restoration.
Our clinicians specialize in the treatment of a wide array of issues such as the effects of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, family conflict, life/career changes and much more.
At Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions we believe whole people connecting with one another enhances the well-being of the family and the community. Similarly, people living and working together as whole communities will make the world better for all of us. Additionally, we all need places where we can speak without fear of judgement or rejection. When these needs are met, barriers to growth and well being can be removed. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters the kind of individual growth that comes from intentional change by promoting health, healing and restoration.
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Ryan Shelby Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glendale, AZ 85308
In helping clients with a variety of psychological, social, behavioral, and emotional needs, I provide values-based mental health services in addressing career, abuse, addiction, couples, individual, or marital and family situations, as well as crises and trauma, for any age, gender, and cultural background.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
In helping clients with a variety of psychological, social, behavioral, and emotional needs, I provide values-based mental health services in addressing career, abuse, addiction, couples, individual, or marital and family situations, as well as crises and trauma, for any age, gender, and cultural background.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
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Hi there, thanks for reading! For many of us it's difficult to ask for help, and sometimes it feels like no one around us understands or has been to a really dark or frightening place. To me, our family and friends are the most important things in this life, and without them eventually things can feel very empty. Although sometimes we can feel lost even when we have good people around us and a decent job. I try to help everyone I work with sort out what's helping and what's making things worse. It could be our job, an awful inner critic, what we think people see when they look at us in the grocery store, or many other things.
Hi there, thanks for reading! For many of us it's difficult to ask for help, and sometimes it feels like no one around us understands or has been to a really dark or frightening place. To me, our family and friends are the most important things in this life, and without them eventually things can feel very empty. Although sometimes we can feel lost even when we have good people around us and a decent job. I try to help everyone I work with sort out what's helping and what's making things worse. It could be our job, an awful inner critic, what we think people see when they look at us in the grocery store, or many other things.
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Hello, I'm Nancy Myers, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist licensed in the State of Arizona. I work with several presenting issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, job stress, and relationship issues. There's nothing more rewarding in my opinion, than working in a space with someone who is healing, growing, changing, and focusing on their mental health and emotional well being. I have worked in the mental health space for years in Executive roles while maintaining a small private practice at times and have discovered that providing therapy to clients is what I truly enjoy and find most rewarding.
Hello, I'm Nancy Myers, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist licensed in the State of Arizona. I work with several presenting issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, job stress, and relationship issues. There's nothing more rewarding in my opinion, than working in a space with someone who is healing, growing, changing, and focusing on their mental health and emotional well being. I have worked in the mental health space for years in Executive roles while maintaining a small private practice at times and have discovered that providing therapy to clients is what I truly enjoy and find most rewarding.
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I am comfortable working with any age and diagnosis, but I specialize in working with adults in a transition (divorce, marriage, parenthood, career change, etc.
Hello, my name is Rosemary Martinez and I'm a licensed professional counselor in Arizona. I specialize in helping people work through and heal from past trauma that has impacted their daily lives. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT to reprocess and heal the entire person. I hope to have the opportunity to help you. I try to get the whole picture of the person I'm working with. I don't just want to know the trauma I want to understand how it is impacting your daily living and how we can work together to improve that. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT among others, to treat the person, not the diagnosis.
I am comfortable working with any age and diagnosis, but I specialize in working with adults in a transition (divorce, marriage, parenthood, career change, etc.
Hello, my name is Rosemary Martinez and I'm a licensed professional counselor in Arizona. I specialize in helping people work through and heal from past trauma that has impacted their daily lives. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT to reprocess and heal the entire person. I hope to have the opportunity to help you. I try to get the whole picture of the person I'm working with. I don't just want to know the trauma I want to understand how it is impacting your daily living and how we can work together to improve that. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT among others, to treat the person, not the diagnosis.
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Hello, I am Dr Sharon. I have 35 years of experience in helping people live happier lives. I would like to help you reach your goals in life. I can help reduce your anxiety, and depression, improve your relationship, or change careers. Let's get started! I work with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, relationship problems, ADHD, insomnia, job stressors, career change, divorce, veterans, military, and Christians, I decided to be a psychologist when I was 15 years old because everyone around me told me their problems. I realized that it was "my calling."
Hello, I am Dr Sharon. I have 35 years of experience in helping people live happier lives. I would like to help you reach your goals in life. I can help reduce your anxiety, and depression, improve your relationship, or change careers. Let's get started! I work with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, relationship problems, ADHD, insomnia, job stressors, career change, divorce, veterans, military, and Christians, I decided to be a psychologist when I was 15 years old because everyone around me told me their problems. I realized that it was "my calling."
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Hi, I’m Jena. I work with ages from young children (3+) to emerging adults providing individual counseling. I strive to help the people I support gain awareness while incorporating evidence-based practices. Together, we can discover strategies to push past the things that might be holding you back from emotional regulation and happiness. When working with young children, I utilize a child-centered approach allowing children a safe space to express themselves. When using this approach, the child is then able to open up in a trusting environment through play therapy. I currently am in pursuit of my Registered Play Therapist cert.
Hi, I’m Jena. I work with ages from young children (3+) to emerging adults providing individual counseling. I strive to help the people I support gain awareness while incorporating evidence-based practices. Together, we can discover strategies to push past the things that might be holding you back from emotional regulation and happiness. When working with young children, I utilize a child-centered approach allowing children a safe space to express themselves. When using this approach, the child is then able to open up in a trusting environment through play therapy. I currently am in pursuit of my Registered Play Therapist cert.
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Dealing with life can be stressful, which can lead to anxiety, stress, depression & many other emotions. This can leave us feeling completely overwhelmed, with little hope that things will ever get better, but I know that people are capable of extraordinary things when we open our hearts to having someone present through the journey to self-improvement. As a Christian, I believe we're interconnected & life's journey is to be shared with others. As a hospice caregiver, I witness good people at their very worst times. So, I know there's a need for people to feel heard, seen, valued, respected, encouraged & supported.
Dealing with life can be stressful, which can lead to anxiety, stress, depression & many other emotions. This can leave us feeling completely overwhelmed, with little hope that things will ever get better, but I know that people are capable of extraordinary things when we open our hearts to having someone present through the journey to self-improvement. As a Christian, I believe we're interconnected & life's journey is to be shared with others. As a hospice caregiver, I witness good people at their very worst times. So, I know there's a need for people to feel heard, seen, valued, respected, encouraged & supported.
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People seek therapy for guidance, understanding, and relief we will work towards building rapport and skill-building to apply in your everyday interactions. We'll explore your thought process, emotions, actions, and behaviors that arise in the present moment. I look forward to building a collaborative relationship. As a second-generation, multicultural Latina-Asian female, I believe that diversity is beautiful, and everyone should have access to healing and peace. I am culturally sensitive, open-minded, and non-judgmental.
People seek therapy for guidance, understanding, and relief we will work towards building rapport and skill-building to apply in your everyday interactions. We'll explore your thought process, emotions, actions, and behaviors that arise in the present moment. I look forward to building a collaborative relationship. As a second-generation, multicultural Latina-Asian female, I believe that diversity is beautiful, and everyone should have access to healing and peace. I am culturally sensitive, open-minded, and non-judgmental.
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Have you ever asked yourself, "why don't I feel good about myself and my choices in life?" I want to help you explore those feelings. Relationships, addiction and traumas can be improved with the appropriate Coaching approach. With ten years of experience in the field, I have had the opportunity to work with clients who have different problems, needs and objectives. People of all ages, ethnicities and cultures; therefore, giving me the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding on how to detect and treat various conditions.
Have you ever asked yourself, "why don't I feel good about myself and my choices in life?" I want to help you explore those feelings. Relationships, addiction and traumas can be improved with the appropriate Coaching approach. With ten years of experience in the field, I have had the opportunity to work with clients who have different problems, needs and objectives. People of all ages, ethnicities and cultures; therefore, giving me the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding on how to detect and treat various conditions.
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Elemental Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, AZ 85308
I am passionate about collaborating with people who have been underserved, having worked for over 20 years with people of diverse races/ ethnicities/ nationalities, sexual orientation, gender identity, partnership/ family structure, religions and philosophies, occupations and lifestyles. Regardless of what mental health, relationship or life issue you might have, if you crave a breadth and depth of healing insight, I am highly effective at supporting this process. I work best with those whose greatest satisfaction is found in unique experiences, whether alone or shared with others. I love working with people who feel different!
I am passionate about collaborating with people who have been underserved, having worked for over 20 years with people of diverse races/ ethnicities/ nationalities, sexual orientation, gender identity, partnership/ family structure, religions and philosophies, occupations and lifestyles. Regardless of what mental health, relationship or life issue you might have, if you crave a breadth and depth of healing insight, I am highly effective at supporting this process. I work best with those whose greatest satisfaction is found in unique experiences, whether alone or shared with others. I love working with people who feel different!
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My ideal client is someone who is willing to become a participant in their own recovery, who deals with; addiction, anxiety, depression, codependency and communication issues, and is willing to create the best version of themselves. I am currently accepting; individuals, couples and families for counseling appointments.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to become a participant in their own recovery, who deals with; addiction, anxiety, depression, codependency and communication issues, and is willing to create the best version of themselves. I am currently accepting; individuals, couples and families for counseling appointments.
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Welcome, If you found this page chances are you are looking for something. It may be the answer to a question you cannot find. You might be searching for restoration or healing from the past. You may be struggling with your identity, your energy, or your ability to handle life circumstances and are unsure of where to turn. You may be overwhelmed and tired of trying to figure it out alone. If any of this resonates with you, I would be honored to be a part of your journey in discovering your path to healing.
Welcome, If you found this page chances are you are looking for something. It may be the answer to a question you cannot find. You might be searching for restoration or healing from the past. You may be struggling with your identity, your energy, or your ability to handle life circumstances and are unsure of where to turn. You may be overwhelmed and tired of trying to figure it out alone. If any of this resonates with you, I would be honored to be a part of your journey in discovering your path to healing.
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ACCepting New Clients! Are you struggling with relationships, self love, anxiety, loss of a loved one, depression, suicidal thoughts, or family issues? I have worked with All AGES and their families who have experienced a range of COMPLEX traumas, grief and loss, and coped with developmental disabilities. I have an Attachment and Emotion Focused Approach along with other skills such as Cognitive Behavior Therapist and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have also helped families and caretakers navigate the emotional complexities of foster care and adoption. Knowledgeable on resources and helping families decide approaches.
ACCepting New Clients! Are you struggling with relationships, self love, anxiety, loss of a loved one, depression, suicidal thoughts, or family issues? I have worked with All AGES and their families who have experienced a range of COMPLEX traumas, grief and loss, and coped with developmental disabilities. I have an Attachment and Emotion Focused Approach along with other skills such as Cognitive Behavior Therapist and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have also helped families and caretakers navigate the emotional complexities of foster care and adoption. Knowledgeable on resources and helping families decide approaches.
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Do you struggle with anxiety? Do you suspect you have ADHD? Are you dealing with a recent loss? Relationship Struggles? Therapy is here to help you navigate all of this. There is hope and we can help. Make an appointment today with one of our therapists to learn tools for coping with life's challenges.
Do you struggle with anxiety? Do you suspect you have ADHD? Are you dealing with a recent loss? Relationship Struggles? Therapy is here to help you navigate all of this. There is hope and we can help. Make an appointment today with one of our therapists to learn tools for coping with life's challenges.
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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.