Career Counseling Therapists in Visalia, CA
My desire is to work with you in developing the skills and tools necessary to navigate through the struggles you may face on the job, parenting children with or without disabilities, relationships, daily stressors, and helping children to learn the skills needed so they can thrive and develop at their highest potential. It first starts with self-growth, development, and to apply the life skills that are right for you. I am here to guide, council, coach, instruct, and provide assessment in the areas needed to assist in providing you with as much information and support needed to live a more peaceful life with better relationships.
My desire is to work with you in developing the skills and tools necessary to navigate through the struggles you may face on the job, parenting children with or without disabilities, relationships, daily stressors, and helping children to learn the skills needed so they can thrive and develop at their highest potential. It first starts with self-growth, development, and to apply the life skills that are right for you. I am here to guide, council, coach, instruct, and provide assessment in the areas needed to assist in providing you with as much information and support needed to live a more peaceful life with better relationships.
My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey and provide the support you need on the journey. There is no judgement based on diagnosis or background. I have spent most of my clinician career working with those with severe mental illness diagnosis or requiring residential mental health treatment. For those transitioning from that setting it is hard to find a clinician and one of my goals is to be able to walk alongside those in transition from residential or intensive mental health treatment as they re-integrate back home.
My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey and provide the support you need on the journey. There is no judgement based on diagnosis or background. I have spent most of my clinician career working with those with severe mental illness diagnosis or requiring residential mental health treatment. For those transitioning from that setting it is hard to find a clinician and one of my goals is to be able to walk alongside those in transition from residential or intensive mental health treatment as they re-integrate back home.
My focus I studied at Sonoma State University and obtained three master's degrees in Mental Health and Career Counseling and have been a practicing therapist and counselor for over 15 years.
Hi there, I’m Maria Avina for me, therapy is all about helping individuals find healing in many areas in their life. I have over 15 years of experience working as a therapist in the community. When I'm not practicing therapy, I am spending time with my two sons, walking my dog and going on hikes with my friends. My approach I set clear goals for myself and my clients and treat every session as an opportunity to make progress. I approach therapy through a person center lens and through other holistic approaches.
My focus I studied at Sonoma State University and obtained three master's degrees in Mental Health and Career Counseling and have been a practicing therapist and counselor for over 15 years.
Hi there, I’m Maria Avina for me, therapy is all about helping individuals find healing in many areas in their life. I have over 15 years of experience working as a therapist in the community. When I'm not practicing therapy, I am spending time with my two sons, walking my dog and going on hikes with my friends. My approach I set clear goals for myself and my clients and treat every session as an opportunity to make progress. I approach therapy through a person center lens and through other holistic approaches.
Hi there, I am Amy Mendez (Rasheed), a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach to therapy is to utilize a client-centered approach and engage my clients in meaningful treatment that can benefit the client in order to make changes and bring peace to my client's world. My practice is typically focused on clients who are moving through life transitions: college, a new career, marriage, parenting, divorce, and cultural religious struggles. I provide a safe, empathetic ear and aid clients in recognizing their full potential.
Hi there, I am Amy Mendez (Rasheed), a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach to therapy is to utilize a client-centered approach and engage my clients in meaningful treatment that can benefit the client in order to make changes and bring peace to my client's world. My practice is typically focused on clients who are moving through life transitions: college, a new career, marriage, parenting, divorce, and cultural religious struggles. I provide a safe, empathetic ear and aid clients in recognizing their full potential.
McDermott Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93291
McDermott Counseling offers a modern, collaborative approach to therapy. Voted best Psychotherapy practice in Visalia 4 years in a row, we work with clients suffering from relationship concerns, family issues, trauma, conflict, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, blended families, anger management, and much more. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy as well as child and adolescent therapy. We work to provide you excellent service, a welcoming environment and solutions to your unique situation. We offer evening and weekend appointments and can often get you an appointment within the week.
McDermott Counseling offers a modern, collaborative approach to therapy. Voted best Psychotherapy practice in Visalia 4 years in a row, we work with clients suffering from relationship concerns, family issues, trauma, conflict, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, blended families, anger management, and much more. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy as well as child and adolescent therapy. We work to provide you excellent service, a welcoming environment and solutions to your unique situation. We offer evening and weekend appointments and can often get you an appointment within the week.
Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.She is a first-generation Latina, bilingual clinician with over 18 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Her background encompuses treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, correctional mental health services for incarcerated youth and adults, crisis management, psychological testing services, educational and corporate psychology.
Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.She is a first-generation Latina, bilingual clinician with over 18 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Her background encompuses treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, correctional mental health services for incarcerated youth and adults, crisis management, psychological testing services, educational and corporate psychology.
David W Toms
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291
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You are not alone! As your therapist, I am committed to your healing and providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work through any negative self-talk and find solutions. We will explore therapeutic approaches, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Interventions. Together, we can confront anxiety and depression head-on.
You are not alone! As your therapist, I am committed to your healing and providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work through any negative self-talk and find solutions. We will explore therapeutic approaches, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Interventions. Together, we can confront anxiety and depression head-on.
Marlene Maria Cantu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93277
Life comes with challenges. Whether you are faced with difficulties in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and/or wish to overcome trauma, seeking therapeutic assistance is a healthy step toward evolving into a better version of yourself.
Life comes with challenges. Whether you are faced with difficulties in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and/or wish to overcome trauma, seeking therapeutic assistance is a healthy step toward evolving into a better version of yourself.
Welcome! My focus is to help individuals navigate the struggles and stressors that often come our way. Life can be challenging as well as beautiful but can often become overwhelming. I aim to provide a safe and confidential space to help you process the different stages of your journey, from life transitions to trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety. I have experience with all age groups and enjoy helping find an individual’s inner strengths.
Welcome! My focus is to help individuals navigate the struggles and stressors that often come our way. Life can be challenging as well as beautiful but can often become overwhelming. I aim to provide a safe and confidential space to help you process the different stages of your journey, from life transitions to trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety. I have experience with all age groups and enjoy helping find an individual’s inner strengths.
Feeling down and overwhelmed, you might seek solitude to escape life's pressures. But imagine gaining control, no longer letting past or future worries dictate your actions. You'd know yourself, your aspirations, and how to reach them. Now, you have found the COURAGE to change things that are not healthy for you. With newfound courage, you'd tackle unhealthy habits head-on.
Feeling down and overwhelmed, you might seek solitude to escape life's pressures. But imagine gaining control, no longer letting past or future worries dictate your actions. You'd know yourself, your aspirations, and how to reach them. Now, you have found the COURAGE to change things that are not healthy for you. With newfound courage, you'd tackle unhealthy habits head-on.
I help individuals and couples with communication, relationship changes, judgment, and intense emotions. My practice is action-based and results-oriented--not just talking. DOING. We work together to find solutions to common issues such as anger, resentment, confusion, sadness, exhaustion, hopelessness and grief. If you are ready to put in the work, we will get you the results you want.
I help individuals and couples with communication, relationship changes, judgment, and intense emotions. My practice is action-based and results-oriented--not just talking. DOING. We work together to find solutions to common issues such as anger, resentment, confusion, sadness, exhaustion, hopelessness and grief. If you are ready to put in the work, we will get you the results you want.
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Thomas Isaac Castro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93277 (Online Only)
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Meredith Casares
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93292 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Meredith and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am committed to your investment in "self". Life transitions, relationships and trauma all deserve exploration and attention. Knowing, loving, accepting and healing ourselves can take work and I want to promote your curiosity in the "who, how, what and whys" in your life. I look forward to providing and holding space for you during our time together.
Hi there, I'm Meredith and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am committed to your investment in "self". Life transitions, relationships and trauma all deserve exploration and attention. Knowing, loving, accepting and healing ourselves can take work and I want to promote your curiosity in the "who, how, what and whys" in your life. I look forward to providing and holding space for you during our time together.
Life happens…life is like the ocean waves; some waves extremely big, others moderate and lots of ongoing regular small ocean waves/movement. Sometimes we need professional help from a caring and non-partial person. I am here to give you that support, guidance, new perspective, tools and strategies to help support riding the waves of life. Life can be complicated but there is ALWAYS hope.
Life happens…life is like the ocean waves; some waves extremely big, others moderate and lots of ongoing regular small ocean waves/movement. Sometimes we need professional help from a caring and non-partial person. I am here to give you that support, guidance, new perspective, tools and strategies to help support riding the waves of life. Life can be complicated but there is ALWAYS hope.
Jeffrey Langer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93291
When you're challenged, depressed, anxious or struggling in life, or relationship it can seem difficult to navigate the world in a meaningful, authentic way to where it feels almost impossible. I offer a safe environment to allow you to express yourself without judgment. I will help you with the emotional imbalance that many family members and friends are unable to do. Through empathy, unconditional positive regard, understanding and genuine compassion for your concerns, I will work with you as you fulfill that need for a better, happier, more meaningful life.
When you're challenged, depressed, anxious or struggling in life, or relationship it can seem difficult to navigate the world in a meaningful, authentic way to where it feels almost impossible. I offer a safe environment to allow you to express yourself without judgment. I will help you with the emotional imbalance that many family members and friends are unable to do. Through empathy, unconditional positive regard, understanding and genuine compassion for your concerns, I will work with you as you fulfill that need for a better, happier, more meaningful life.
Andrea Lott - Heartworks
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93277
Life is a journey, full of twists and turns and can be challenging for anyone at any time. While a life full of peace and happiness is desired, sometimes choice of direction, emotional and or physical wounds, trauma, bullying, abuse, loss, illness, caregiver stress, complicated grief, or unmet expectations can throw one off track and seriously disrupt journeys.If you are feeling off track, seeking redirection and peace; be assured your journey matters.
Life is a journey, full of twists and turns and can be challenging for anyone at any time. While a life full of peace and happiness is desired, sometimes choice of direction, emotional and or physical wounds, trauma, bullying, abuse, loss, illness, caregiver stress, complicated grief, or unmet expectations can throw one off track and seriously disrupt journeys.If you are feeling off track, seeking redirection and peace; be assured your journey matters.
The therapists at MindDivers offer a full range of therapeutic services, much like our Clovis location at Achievements Unlimited. Whether it is a feeling of depression or bothersome anxiety that is difficult to control, children’s issues, or problems in your relationship or sex life, our staff has you covered. We care about you and your concerns so that you can come up for air and regain clarity and calmness in your life. We at MindDivers appreciate humor and compassion while exploring the depths with you.
The therapists at MindDivers offer a full range of therapeutic services, much like our Clovis location at Achievements Unlimited. Whether it is a feeling of depression or bothersome anxiety that is difficult to control, children’s issues, or problems in your relationship or sex life, our staff has you covered. We care about you and your concerns so that you can come up for air and regain clarity and calmness in your life. We at MindDivers appreciate humor and compassion while exploring the depths with you.
My goal is to provide a safe and judgment-free space for you to explore life's unique challenges we all face. I'll walk alongside you to guide and assist in managing life stressors impacting your journey. With my support, we will develop solutions, coping skills, and an understanding of emotions to improve your quality of life. It is essential to me you leave each session with more insight, self-awareness, and self-acceptance than before.
My goal is to provide a safe and judgment-free space for you to explore life's unique challenges we all face. I'll walk alongside you to guide and assist in managing life stressors impacting your journey. With my support, we will develop solutions, coping skills, and an understanding of emotions to improve your quality of life. It is essential to me you leave each session with more insight, self-awareness, and self-acceptance than before.
Symptoms of depression and anxiety impact the way we function with others in a non-beneficial manner. Often times family problems, work related stress, or issues in relationship can leave you feeling tired, angry, sad, and/or lonely. Therapeutic services can help you improve your relationship with your spouse, children, co-workers, and yourself. We function best when we know how to have a healthy relationship with ourselves, our bodies, and others.
Symptoms of depression and anxiety impact the way we function with others in a non-beneficial manner. Often times family problems, work related stress, or issues in relationship can leave you feeling tired, angry, sad, and/or lonely. Therapeutic services can help you improve your relationship with your spouse, children, co-workers, and yourself. We function best when we know how to have a healthy relationship with ourselves, our bodies, and others.
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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.