Career Counseling Therapists in Delano, CA

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Quinsea Pratt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
Hello! I’m Quinsea, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on you, the individual and all things that make us human. I enjoy indoor rock climbing, lifting weights and my mini wiener dog, Gizmo. I have an extensive background in working with clients affected by trauma including sexual assault, domestic violence and child abuse as well as formerly incarcerated folks, LGBTQIA+ and homeless individuals. I also work directly with folks experiencing chronic stress, anxiety and depression along with other serious mental health diagnosis.
Hello! I’m Quinsea, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on you, the individual and all things that make us human. I enjoy indoor rock climbing, lifting weights and my mini wiener dog, Gizmo. I have an extensive background in working with clients affected by trauma including sexual assault, domestic violence and child abuse as well as formerly incarcerated folks, LGBTQIA+ and homeless individuals. I also work directly with folks experiencing chronic stress, anxiety and depression along with other serious mental health diagnosis.
(661) 459-6077 View (661) 459-6077
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Jessica Marroquin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
My name is Jessica Marroquin and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am specialized in working with all ages from children as young as 5 to older adults. I take a client-centered approach in creating a safe enjoyable place where we can work together on developing new skills to tackle ways to improve your overall life functioning. I work with a variety of clients ranging from ages 0 to older adults. I am seasoned in working with young children, and families and feel comfortable with conducting individual and family sessions.
My name is Jessica Marroquin and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am specialized in working with all ages from children as young as 5 to older adults. I take a client-centered approach in creating a safe enjoyable place where we can work together on developing new skills to tackle ways to improve your overall life functioning. I work with a variety of clients ranging from ages 0 to older adults. I am seasoned in working with young children, and families and feel comfortable with conducting individual and family sessions.
(661) 344-4256 View (661) 344-4256
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Nikisha Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
Hi! My name is Nikisha Brown. I am a licensed clinician. I work from a multidimensional approach to support my clients and provide a safe and judgment-free space for individuals to express themselves, feel seen and heard as they navigate life’s transitions and challenges. My Therapeutic approach to providing therapy includes CBT, Solution Focus, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychoeducation. I am always reviewing new therapeutic approaches that would support my clients' needs. I work with individuals who have anxiety, stress, depression, and self-esteem issues.
Hi! My name is Nikisha Brown. I am a licensed clinician. I work from a multidimensional approach to support my clients and provide a safe and judgment-free space for individuals to express themselves, feel seen and heard as they navigate life’s transitions and challenges. My Therapeutic approach to providing therapy includes CBT, Solution Focus, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychoeducation. I am always reviewing new therapeutic approaches that would support my clients' needs. I work with individuals who have anxiety, stress, depression, and self-esteem issues.
(760) 452-9855 View (760) 452-9855
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Jason Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
I have been providing psychotherapy to individuals, children, couples, and families for over 13 years. I specialize in helping people address trauma, self-worth, depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, and spirituality. My approach to therapy is client-centered and rooted in humanistic values.
I have been providing psychotherapy to individuals, children, couples, and families for over 13 years. I specialize in helping people address trauma, self-worth, depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, and spirituality. My approach to therapy is client-centered and rooted in humanistic values.
(760) 302-1960 View (760) 302-1960
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Eric Murillo Angelo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
Hello, Let’s talk about what’s going on and get you to where you want to be! My name is Eric Murillo-Angelo and I’’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 20 years of experience in behavioral health here in Southern California. My experience ranges from therapeutic work with children, youth, and adults, to executive management over community-based behavioral health and residential programs. I received my Bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Barbara and my Master of Social Work degree from Cal State Long Beach.
Hello, Let’s talk about what’s going on and get you to where you want to be! My name is Eric Murillo-Angelo and I’’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 20 years of experience in behavioral health here in Southern California. My experience ranges from therapeutic work with children, youth, and adults, to executive management over community-based behavioral health and residential programs. I received my Bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Barbara and my Master of Social Work degree from Cal State Long Beach.
(858) 533-2570 View (858) 533-2570

Online Therapists

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Carla G Wilson & Company
PPSC, MHRS, MA, CMHRS
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446
I love watching people become themselves and believe in themselves. I love seeing families heal and the look of love and happiness in someone's eyes when they realize it will be ok. I will work with you on setting goals for your future; college, a new job, better health, relationships, whatever is important to you.
I love watching people become themselves and believe in themselves. I love seeing families heal and the look of love and happiness in someone's eyes when they realize it will be ok. I will work with you on setting goals for your future; college, a new job, better health, relationships, whatever is important to you.
(669) 219-8614 View (669) 219-8614
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Jo-Anne Blatter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Waitlist for new clients
With more than 40 years in practice, I bring my clients experience and insight delivered in a warm, honest, supportive and interactive therapeutic experience. My goal is to help you gain insight into your thoughts and behaviors and then to translate these insights into conscious actions that will help you create positive change. I integrate both psychodynamic work and cognitive behavioral techniques with a very practical approach to resolving your real world concerns such as job stress, relationship conflict and relationship growth, parenting, health issues, anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, aging, memory impairment.
With more than 40 years in practice, I bring my clients experience and insight delivered in a warm, honest, supportive and interactive therapeutic experience. My goal is to help you gain insight into your thoughts and behaviors and then to translate these insights into conscious actions that will help you create positive change. I integrate both psychodynamic work and cognitive behavioral techniques with a very practical approach to resolving your real world concerns such as job stress, relationship conflict and relationship growth, parenting, health issues, anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, aging, memory impairment.
(805) 421-4645 View (805) 421-4645
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Anne Appel, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Over the past 30+ years its been my privilege to assist individuals and couples work through obstacles that have prevented them from experiencing meaningful and peaceful lives and relationships. My clients are coping with the everyday stress of marriage and family concerns, parenting, aging, health issues, career and financial challenges, loss or other critical and stressful situations. With those stressors often come depression, anxiety and a whole host of other symptoms.
Over the past 30+ years its been my privilege to assist individuals and couples work through obstacles that have prevented them from experiencing meaningful and peaceful lives and relationships. My clients are coping with the everyday stress of marriage and family concerns, parenting, aging, health issues, career and financial challenges, loss or other critical and stressful situations. With those stressors often come depression, anxiety and a whole host of other symptoms.
(805) 774-1256 View (805) 774-1256
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Debra L Winegarden, PhD-Achievements Unlimited
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Clovis, CA 93612
Therapy is not only for people who are feeling bad, but it is also for people who ask philosophical questions such as, "why am I the way I am?" Therapy helps with creative expression, developing a life plan, a new career path, or starting a dream project.
Balance in body, mind, and spirit are central to wellness and happiness. In addition I believe that humor and compassion can help you reach your full potential and specialized goals. I can help you with enhancing performance at work/sports/school, feelings of depression such as lack of energy and worrying, especially at night. I can help with motivation and time management, relationships, sexuality and couples issues. Fresno and Clovis first and only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
Therapy is not only for people who are feeling bad, but it is also for people who ask philosophical questions such as, "why am I the way I am?" Therapy helps with creative expression, developing a life plan, a new career path, or starting a dream project.
Balance in body, mind, and spirit are central to wellness and happiness. In addition I believe that humor and compassion can help you reach your full potential and specialized goals. I can help you with enhancing performance at work/sports/school, feelings of depression such as lack of energy and worrying, especially at night. I can help with motivation and time management, relationships, sexuality and couples issues. Fresno and Clovis first and only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
(559) 529-6886 View (559) 529-6886
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Denise Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
My name is Denise Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with young adults, adults, older adults, and couples addressing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, relationship conflict, gender identity, alcohol/addiction, career/work matters, school stress, parenting, aging, and life transitions, to name a few.
My name is Denise Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with young adults, adults, older adults, and couples addressing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, relationship conflict, gender identity, alcohol/addiction, career/work matters, school stress, parenting, aging, and life transitions, to name a few.
(805) 600-3647 View (805) 600-3647
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Kathryn Calcaterra
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Tulare, CA 93274
I weave a mosaic of individual and group therapy, guiding others toward effective communication, illuminating the path of career choices, and aiding in the delicate realm of pain management.
My professional voyage has traversed healthcare, the realm of workers' compensation, and the corridors of education, all of which have endowed me with a rich tapestry of skills. I’m Kathryn Calcaterra, PhD, a clinical psychologist specializing in the art of healing. I focus on patients who grapple with the weight of chronic pain, dance with the shadows of anxiety and depression, and bear the scars of trauma. I typically treat adults and elders (65+), often who have a physical injury followed by an emotional sequela of chronic pain. I also treat patients struggling with anxiety and depression.
I weave a mosaic of individual and group therapy, guiding others toward effective communication, illuminating the path of career choices, and aiding in the delicate realm of pain management.
My professional voyage has traversed healthcare, the realm of workers' compensation, and the corridors of education, all of which have endowed me with a rich tapestry of skills. I’m Kathryn Calcaterra, PhD, a clinical psychologist specializing in the art of healing. I focus on patients who grapple with the weight of chronic pain, dance with the shadows of anxiety and depression, and bear the scars of trauma. I typically treat adults and elders (65+), often who have a physical injury followed by an emotional sequela of chronic pain. I also treat patients struggling with anxiety and depression.
(559) 719-6646 View (559) 719-6646
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Travis L Harleston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Life's too short to have things continue like this. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you want healthier relationships with your loved ones or significant other? Have you experienced a loss of a job or loved one - survived a traumatic event? Call my office, together we can work to achieve your personal goals and true potential. Today you are one step closer to a new you, where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential, overcome barriers, and help you live the life you deserve!
Life's too short to have things continue like this. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you want healthier relationships with your loved ones or significant other? Have you experienced a loss of a job or loved one - survived a traumatic event? Call my office, together we can work to achieve your personal goals and true potential. Today you are one step closer to a new you, where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential, overcome barriers, and help you live the life you deserve!
(661) 689-7968 View (661) 689-7968
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Emma Carr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Waitlist for new clients
Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed and finding it difficult to achieve daily tasks that used to be so easy? Maybe past traumas have been interrupting your sleep, relationships, career, and you don't know how to manage these traumas? Maybe you want understanding and to break generational toxic behaviors that have worked against you? Maybe you witnessed or experienced an extreme event that is affecting you, but have no idea where to start? I get it, life is not easy, and maybe you are at a point you just need to talk to someone who is non-biased and non judgmental. I am happy to be that person to talk too!
Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed and finding it difficult to achieve daily tasks that used to be so easy? Maybe past traumas have been interrupting your sleep, relationships, career, and you don't know how to manage these traumas? Maybe you want understanding and to break generational toxic behaviors that have worked against you? Maybe you witnessed or experienced an extreme event that is affecting you, but have no idea where to start? I get it, life is not easy, and maybe you are at a point you just need to talk to someone who is non-biased and non judgmental. I am happy to be that person to talk too!
(805) 429-8213 View (805) 429-8213
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Ji Eun (Gina) Midlam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93727
Ji Eun (Gina) Midlam, LCSW,ACM,CCM,CHC. I have been licensed therapist with the Board of Behavioral Sciences since 2005. Currently, I also work in the healthcare industry for 20 years as a clinical supervisor and have my evening practice. My therapeutic approach/areas of focus involve:, life/health coaching, job stress management, career counseling, emotional supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, marital stress counseling, infertility and female related issues, medical issues of a new diagnosis, anxiety and depression, self-esteem/confidence problems.
Ji Eun (Gina) Midlam, LCSW,ACM,CCM,CHC. I have been licensed therapist with the Board of Behavioral Sciences since 2005. Currently, I also work in the healthcare industry for 20 years as a clinical supervisor and have my evening practice. My therapeutic approach/areas of focus involve:, life/health coaching, job stress management, career counseling, emotional supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, marital stress counseling, infertility and female related issues, medical issues of a new diagnosis, anxiety and depression, self-esteem/confidence problems.
(415) 801-0589 View (415) 801-0589
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Sugey Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93455  (Online Only)
Managing life stressors can be very difficult and affect our day-to-day life. Living with unhealed traumas and reminders of our most difficult times in our lives, can impact how we view this world. Are you struggling with being a first-generation immigrant? Are you a young adult navigating being out of high school, college, and finding a career? Therapy is a great start to begin healing and looking at life from a more hopeful perspective. With experience in anxiety, depression, trauma, and cultural struggles; I can provide you a safe and non-judgmental space to begin that healing journey.
Managing life stressors can be very difficult and affect our day-to-day life. Living with unhealed traumas and reminders of our most difficult times in our lives, can impact how we view this world. Are you struggling with being a first-generation immigrant? Are you a young adult navigating being out of high school, college, and finding a career? Therapy is a great start to begin healing and looking at life from a more hopeful perspective. With experience in anxiety, depression, trauma, and cultural struggles; I can provide you a safe and non-judgmental space to begin that healing journey.
(805) 864-5419 View (805) 864-5419
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Kate James
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tehachapi, CA 93561
Hello, my name is Kate James and I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to help you navigate where you are, where you have been, and where you want to go. I see client's virtually in the state of CA, and locally in Tehachapi, CA - either in office or via walk and talk therapy. My style is warm, empathic, and person centered. The client's I typically work with struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, parenting, school/career difficulties, grief, trauma, and relational issues. Additionally, I often work with clients who want to further their personal growth and self-understanding.
Hello, my name is Kate James and I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to help you navigate where you are, where you have been, and where you want to go. I see client's virtually in the state of CA, and locally in Tehachapi, CA - either in office or via walk and talk therapy. My style is warm, empathic, and person centered. The client's I typically work with struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, parenting, school/career difficulties, grief, trauma, and relational issues. Additionally, I often work with clients who want to further their personal growth and self-understanding.
(661) 228-8437 View (661) 228-8437
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Alia Aizenstat
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Clients and I work on communication & social skills, life/job/relationship/family transitions, how to experience more satisfying connection & intimacy, express emotions more skillfully, create more joy and positivity in life, find meaning and purpose, ignite creativity, reducing anxiety, confidence and empowerment and to feel a positive secure sense of self.
I help individuals, couples, families and youth deepen and grow in their relationships to thrive emotionally, physically and mentally. I have specialized and work with anxiety, depression, EMDR, internet addiction, relationships, dream work, body image, mindfulness and improving self-esteem. l design a therapy program to meet your wellness goals. I’m passionate about my work and strive to help clients achieve greater peace, satisfaction, and connection in their relationships and lives.
Clients and I work on communication & social skills, life/job/relationship/family transitions, how to experience more satisfying connection & intimacy, express emotions more skillfully, create more joy and positivity in life, find meaning and purpose, ignite creativity, reducing anxiety, confidence and empowerment and to feel a positive secure sense of self.
I help individuals, couples, families and youth deepen and grow in their relationships to thrive emotionally, physically and mentally. I have specialized and work with anxiety, depression, EMDR, internet addiction, relationships, dream work, body image, mindfulness and improving self-esteem. l design a therapy program to meet your wellness goals. I’m passionate about my work and strive to help clients achieve greater peace, satisfaction, and connection in their relationships and lives.
(805) 324-6026 View (805) 324-6026
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Jaclyn Bauer
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93314
I love working with clients who are working on different phases of their life, whether it be the transition from adolescent to adult, new job or career, feeling "stuck", having relationship concerns, or just working on personal growth.
Hi! I am Dr. Jaclyn Bauer, but feel free to call me Jackie. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I work within a variety of therapeutic modalities. I love working with people who are struggling in different phases of their life and working with them to help them "reach their full potential", feel how they want to feel, and live the life they want. I like to meet the client where they are at and we work together to determine what approach to therapy would be the best fit for them. I believe in a humanistic approach, which basically means that I look at the whole person and the personal agency that is unique to each person. I
I love working with clients who are working on different phases of their life, whether it be the transition from adolescent to adult, new job or career, feeling "stuck", having relationship concerns, or just working on personal growth.
Hi! I am Dr. Jaclyn Bauer, but feel free to call me Jackie. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I work within a variety of therapeutic modalities. I love working with people who are struggling in different phases of their life and working with them to help them "reach their full potential", feel how they want to feel, and live the life they want. I like to meet the client where they are at and we work together to determine what approach to therapy would be the best fit for them. I believe in a humanistic approach, which basically means that I look at the whole person and the personal agency that is unique to each person. I
(408) 740-7821 View (408) 740-7821
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Elijah Chance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Reedley, CA 93654
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over five years of experience. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including self-esteem, self-worth, depression, anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, career challenges, and grief & loss.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over five years of experience. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including self-esteem, self-worth, depression, anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, career challenges, and grief & loss.
(323) 312-3774 View (323) 312-3774
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Marsinah Ramirez Buchan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93306
As a former business executive, I have unique perspective to help career professionals who are struggling with over-the-top productivity demands or unhealthy work culture.
Difficulty Finding A Therapist? Sessions Now Available In Person or Online. When we are stuck in the midst of problems, it is often difficult to have hope. It may feel like things will never change. Being stuck prevents us from seeing our choices, so we may try to resolve a problem by doing something that we have already tried. This is normal, but sometimes normal stops working. So when life gets chaotic - or just plain crazy - and what we have tried has failed, consider therapy to become unstuck. I am here to help you untangle yourself from difficult situations, self-sabotaging behaviors or emotional angst that makes life hard.
As a former business executive, I have unique perspective to help career professionals who are struggling with over-the-top productivity demands or unhealthy work culture.
Difficulty Finding A Therapist? Sessions Now Available In Person or Online. When we are stuck in the midst of problems, it is often difficult to have hope. It may feel like things will never change. Being stuck prevents us from seeing our choices, so we may try to resolve a problem by doing something that we have already tried. This is normal, but sometimes normal stops working. So when life gets chaotic - or just plain crazy - and what we have tried has failed, consider therapy to become unstuck. I am here to help you untangle yourself from difficult situations, self-sabotaging behaviors or emotional angst that makes life hard.
(760) 492-6662 View (760) 492-6662

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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.