Career Counseling Therapists in Northampton, MA
Having it all can be stressful. Balancing work, relationships, self-care, and family with limited time and resources can be overwhelming and lead to guilt and shame. I work with professionals seeking work-life balance & navigating career transitions. I also have a specialization in helping working parents who are striving to facilitate supportive family dynamics. As a counseling psychologist, business owner, and parent, I offer personalized strategies to help individuals achieve balance, conquer career challenges, and navigate the complexities of parenthood with confidence.
Having it all can be stressful. Balancing work, relationships, self-care, and family with limited time and resources can be overwhelming and lead to guilt and shame. I work with professionals seeking work-life balance & navigating career transitions. I also have a specialization in helping working parents who are striving to facilitate supportive family dynamics. As a counseling psychologist, business owner, and parent, I offer personalized strategies to help individuals achieve balance, conquer career challenges, and navigate the complexities of parenthood with confidence.
Lyndie Laramore
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060 (Online Only)
Are you feeling the weight of burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD? Do things you once loved now fill you with dread? I’m here to help you reconnect with your passion, heal, and rediscover your unique voice. In these challenging times, your well-being is crucial. With my extensive experience as a trauma professional, career coach, and clinical supervisor, I am dedicated to supporting your growth. Let’s work together to ensure you thrive. It's time to prioritize you! For coaching and consulting services, go to lyndielaramore.com.
Are you feeling the weight of burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD? Do things you once loved now fill you with dread? I’m here to help you reconnect with your passion, heal, and rediscover your unique voice. In these challenging times, your well-being is crucial. With my extensive experience as a trauma professional, career coach, and clinical supervisor, I am dedicated to supporting your growth. Let’s work together to ensure you thrive. It's time to prioritize you! For coaching and consulting services, go to lyndielaramore.com.
Eva Hudlicka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
Therapy is my 2nd career.
I offer individual psychotherapy to adults. I view therapy not only as a means to reduce emotional distress, but also as an approach to personal growth. I believe that therapy should not be a way of life. I therefore emphasize the acquisition of concrete skills (communication, emotion regulation) and offer solution-focused therapy, while also recognizing that some issues require longer-term work. I view therapy as a collaborative process of exploration. I bring to this process an attitude of compassionate curiosity and non-judgment. I also draw on my own bi-cultural experience - I was born and raised in Prague, Czech Republic.
Therapy is my 2nd career.
I offer individual psychotherapy to adults. I view therapy not only as a means to reduce emotional distress, but also as an approach to personal growth. I believe that therapy should not be a way of life. I therefore emphasize the acquisition of concrete skills (communication, emotion regulation) and offer solution-focused therapy, while also recognizing that some issues require longer-term work. I view therapy as a collaborative process of exploration. I bring to this process an attitude of compassionate curiosity and non-judgment. I also draw on my own bi-cultural experience - I was born and raised in Prague, Czech Republic.
Client-Driven, Process-Oriented Coaching for: Life Transitions; Relationship & Career Issues; LEGAL Prep; Search for Deeper Meaning in Life; Healers’ Healing Groups, Loss of a Person, Pet, Dream. Individual and Group Coaching. Solo +1 for Relationship Coaching. Healing Healers Groups: limited to 4 clients – 4 sessions. Have you received a Subpoena for a deposition or trial testimony? I offer Legal Prep coaching to help you navigate the treacherous waters of your clients' litigation (I'm a lawyer and a clinical social worker in my other professional paths). Learn to center/ground SELF in a litigious situation.
Client-Driven, Process-Oriented Coaching for: Life Transitions; Relationship & Career Issues; LEGAL Prep; Search for Deeper Meaning in Life; Healers’ Healing Groups, Loss of a Person, Pet, Dream. Individual and Group Coaching. Solo +1 for Relationship Coaching. Healing Healers Groups: limited to 4 clients – 4 sessions. Have you received a Subpoena for a deposition or trial testimony? I offer Legal Prep coaching to help you navigate the treacherous waters of your clients' litigation (I'm a lawyer and a clinical social worker in my other professional paths). Learn to center/ground SELF in a litigious situation.
My background contributes to a style that is creative, collaborative, and challenges clients, with a specialty in relationship and career issues.
Many of my clients might consider themselves psychologically minded, insightful, and eager to work on self-exploration. My therapeutic approach is influenced by my background in life coaching, which brings a practical, solution-focused quality to the work we would do together. Paired with a process that slowly unwires conditioned patterns and facilitates courage, clarity, and self-understanding, the navigation of your internal and external worlds can become more peaceful and fulfilling. I frequently work with current or aspiring therapists, coaches, artists, creatives, wellness practitioners, and high achievers of all kinds.
My background contributes to a style that is creative, collaborative, and challenges clients, with a specialty in relationship and career issues.
Many of my clients might consider themselves psychologically minded, insightful, and eager to work on self-exploration. My therapeutic approach is influenced by my background in life coaching, which brings a practical, solution-focused quality to the work we would do together. Paired with a process that slowly unwires conditioned patterns and facilitates courage, clarity, and self-understanding, the navigation of your internal and external worlds can become more peaceful and fulfilling. I frequently work with current or aspiring therapists, coaches, artists, creatives, wellness practitioners, and high achievers of all kinds.
At this point in my career I am focused on the well-being of people who work in PreK-12 schools.
Do you work in PreK-12 Education as a teacher, administrator or staff person? After the past four years of Covid-impacted schooling, do you find yourself depleted, with big questions about what your job has become, the needs of your students, the expectations of parents, and the future of the profession? Perhaps you wonder if anyone really understands what it is like to work in a school today. If this sounds at all like you, I can help.
At this point in my career I am focused on the well-being of people who work in PreK-12 schools.
Do you work in PreK-12 Education as a teacher, administrator or staff person? After the past four years of Covid-impacted schooling, do you find yourself depleted, with big questions about what your job has become, the needs of your students, the expectations of parents, and the future of the profession? Perhaps you wonder if anyone really understands what it is like to work in a school today. If this sounds at all like you, I can help.
James Lowell Ferry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01061
I primarily work with aging and/or disabled adults and caregivers coping with emotional and health care related challenges. Much of my work with clients focuses on adjustment difficulty related to declining health and diminished functional independence. Clients who are caregivers often struggle with managing career and family caregiving roles and also the needed transitions that can emerge in the latter half of life.
I primarily work with aging and/or disabled adults and caregivers coping with emotional and health care related challenges. Much of my work with clients focuses on adjustment difficulty related to declining health and diminished functional independence. Clients who are caregivers often struggle with managing career and family caregiving roles and also the needed transitions that can emerge in the latter half of life.
I’m Dr. Cannon, or Margeaux. I am a Counseling Psychologist offering individual and couple therapy for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma-related issues, OCD, addictive behaviors, career challenges, unsatisfying relationships, grief, perfectionism, stress, and other common experiences in today’s world. My goal is to empower clients with self-awareness and skills that enable them to help themselves, all within an empathetic, validating, and honest space for exploration and practice. I guide clients to hold themselves accountable while also encouraging patience, gentleness, and kindness toward themselves and others.
I’m Dr. Cannon, or Margeaux. I am a Counseling Psychologist offering individual and couple therapy for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma-related issues, OCD, addictive behaviors, career challenges, unsatisfying relationships, grief, perfectionism, stress, and other common experiences in today’s world. My goal is to empower clients with self-awareness and skills that enable them to help themselves, all within an empathetic, validating, and honest space for exploration and practice. I guide clients to hold themselves accountable while also encouraging patience, gentleness, and kindness toward themselves and others.
At times, we can become stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, and feel held back by our doubts and fears. In therapy, I provide a welcoming and collaborative space to examine these experiences and build upon your strengths and skills to help you live the life you want. Together, we will identify your goals and values, expand your understanding of yourself and others, and work toward meaningful change. I specialize in working with young adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity development, academic and career challenges, and adjustment to life transitions.
At times, we can become stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, and feel held back by our doubts and fears. In therapy, I provide a welcoming and collaborative space to examine these experiences and build upon your strengths and skills to help you live the life you want. Together, we will identify your goals and values, expand your understanding of yourself and others, and work toward meaningful change. I specialize in working with young adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity development, academic and career challenges, and adjustment to life transitions.
After a long career, I bring awareness of and sensitivity to diverse concerns while also valuing humility and the opportunity to learn from and with you.
Whether you are an individual, couple, or family, I encourage reflection, curiosity, and learning to understand yourself and others with compassion, creativity, and calm. I welcome diverse ages, abilities, and sexual and gender identities and invite the complexities of culture, ethnicity, and race. My general approach is relational, attending to who and how you are in relationship to yourself and with others. I also enjoy working with trauma, grief, young and aging adults experiencing significant life transitions, and chronic illness.
After a long career, I bring awareness of and sensitivity to diverse concerns while also valuing humility and the opportunity to learn from and with you.
Whether you are an individual, couple, or family, I encourage reflection, curiosity, and learning to understand yourself and others with compassion, creativity, and calm. I welcome diverse ages, abilities, and sexual and gender identities and invite the complexities of culture, ethnicity, and race. My general approach is relational, attending to who and how you are in relationship to yourself and with others. I also enjoy working with trauma, grief, young and aging adults experiencing significant life transitions, and chronic illness.
My counseling career began in the field of substance abuse and addiction but for the last several years I have expanded my focus well beyond addiction therapy.
I have a passion for helping people who are in a time in their lives when extra support, guidance and help could really improve their lives. My goal is to work with the person, who attends counseling with me, to help make their lives better in any way that I can. I have experience working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, coping skill development, eating disorders, self esteem, family conflict, addiction & anger management problems. I work one on one, with couples and with families. I primarily work with adults over the age of 21.
My counseling career began in the field of substance abuse and addiction but for the last several years I have expanded my focus well beyond addiction therapy.
I have a passion for helping people who are in a time in their lives when extra support, guidance and help could really improve their lives. My goal is to work with the person, who attends counseling with me, to help make their lives better in any way that I can. I have experience working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, coping skill development, eating disorders, self esteem, family conflict, addiction & anger management problems. I work one on one, with couples and with families. I primarily work with adults over the age of 21.
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Most of us decide to enter into therapy because we are in pain and we want to find ways to end the pain. We feel stuck, without choices. While we are drawn to change and growth, it can also be very scary. As your therapist, I see it as my job to help you find the courage to see yourself clearly, to harness your own strength and resources, and to discover your own answers.
Most of us decide to enter into therapy because we are in pain and we want to find ways to end the pain. We feel stuck, without choices. While we are drawn to change and growth, it can also be very scary. As your therapist, I see it as my job to help you find the courage to see yourself clearly, to harness your own strength and resources, and to discover your own answers.
I am a therapist because I believe we should be creators of our lives and not consumers of others' expectations. Working collaboratively, you and I will explore where you feel stuck and make moves toward a more fulfilling life. As an artist and a queer feminist, I am a great therapeutic fit for folks who want to build an authentic life. I love working with adults as they navigate life changes in relationships, career, finances, and family; and I love working with teens as they navigate school, neurodivergent diagnoses, and identity.
I am a therapist because I believe we should be creators of our lives and not consumers of others' expectations. Working collaboratively, you and I will explore where you feel stuck and make moves toward a more fulfilling life. As an artist and a queer feminist, I am a great therapeutic fit for folks who want to build an authentic life. I love working with adults as they navigate life changes in relationships, career, finances, and family; and I love working with teens as they navigate school, neurodivergent diagnoses, and identity.
Shanna Hebert McNamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060 (Online Only)
My name is Shanna (Shay-nah) McNamara and I love my job! I have been working in the social work field for 13 years, and have been a therapist for over 8 years. Being a therapist is one of the most rewarding things I have accomplished, and I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to ensure we are on track towards their identified goals. I always prioritize the clients desires and needs out of treatment, and remind my clients I am not “magic,” I am a human helping other humans with life’s messy struggles, one step at a time. My clients have said they appreciate my honest approach with humor and laughter along the way.
My name is Shanna (Shay-nah) McNamara and I love my job! I have been working in the social work field for 13 years, and have been a therapist for over 8 years. Being a therapist is one of the most rewarding things I have accomplished, and I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to ensure we are on track towards their identified goals. I always prioritize the clients desires and needs out of treatment, and remind my clients I am not “magic,” I am a human helping other humans with life’s messy struggles, one step at a time. My clients have said they appreciate my honest approach with humor and laughter along the way.
When you feel stuck in a job or a relationship pattern, or when you feel lost and are seeking a way out, I am here to assist you in breaking free from the pain and unlocking your full potential in life.
New screening starts in 11 /2024. I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples dealing with emotional distress, adjustment issues, problematic relationship patterns, and trauma. What sets my practice apart is the incorporation of music and other expressive arts modalities, in addition to traditional talking therapy. I also utilize psychodynamic and CBT methods, tailoring the techniques to address your specific challenges. Together, we will embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowering you to unlock your true potential and create meaningful changes in your life.
When you feel stuck in a job or a relationship pattern, or when you feel lost and are seeking a way out, I am here to assist you in breaking free from the pain and unlocking your full potential in life.
New screening starts in 11 /2024. I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples dealing with emotional distress, adjustment issues, problematic relationship patterns, and trauma. What sets my practice apart is the incorporation of music and other expressive arts modalities, in addition to traditional talking therapy. I also utilize psychodynamic and CBT methods, tailoring the techniques to address your specific challenges. Together, we will embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowering you to unlock your true potential and create meaningful changes in your life.
Rainbow Counseling & Consultation LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a therapist that understands what it is like to be queer? Or a therapist that can help you navigate the ups and downs of non traditional relationships or family styles? You deserve therapy that is affirming and judgement-free while working through difficulties with communication, intimacy, mental health, sleep, eating, addiction, career stress, faith/religion, gender dysphoria and/or transitioning. You deserve therapy in the comfort of your own home that is easily accessible through computer or phone via secure tele-health.
Are you looking for a therapist that understands what it is like to be queer? Or a therapist that can help you navigate the ups and downs of non traditional relationships or family styles? You deserve therapy that is affirming and judgement-free while working through difficulties with communication, intimacy, mental health, sleep, eating, addiction, career stress, faith/religion, gender dysphoria and/or transitioning. You deserve therapy in the comfort of your own home that is easily accessible through computer or phone via secure tele-health.
Life stress, pressure and uncertainty can be overwhelming, and I’m here to help. In therapy, we can collaborate to develop your strengths, increase awareness of your values and needs, explore your emotions, and clarify your goals. By building a therapeutic relationship of warmth, compassion, and patience, I aim to help you improve your well-being and interpersonal relationships, at your pace. Together we will notice both situational and systemic messages that influence your concerns and work towards increased security and sustainable change. I value authentic communication and invite your feedback throughout the process.
Life stress, pressure and uncertainty can be overwhelming, and I’m here to help. In therapy, we can collaborate to develop your strengths, increase awareness of your values and needs, explore your emotions, and clarify your goals. By building a therapeutic relationship of warmth, compassion, and patience, I aim to help you improve your well-being and interpersonal relationships, at your pace. Together we will notice both situational and systemic messages that influence your concerns and work towards increased security and sustainable change. I value authentic communication and invite your feedback throughout the process.
Davis Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I offer individual, relationship and family therapy. My areas of interest include: nonbinary and trans identities, alternative family structures, issues concerning sexuality or sexual practices, queer family planning, fertility issues, trauma, grief and loss. I was clinically trained at Smith and have recently worked at a nonprofit primarily with adults with extreme mind states and major life disruptions. Additionally, I am the co-director of Translate Gender Inc, we offer trainings and education around gender identity and expression as well as run psychotherapy groups for trans and nonbinary individuals, relationships and families.
I offer individual, relationship and family therapy. My areas of interest include: nonbinary and trans identities, alternative family structures, issues concerning sexuality or sexual practices, queer family planning, fertility issues, trauma, grief and loss. I was clinically trained at Smith and have recently worked at a nonprofit primarily with adults with extreme mind states and major life disruptions. Additionally, I am the co-director of Translate Gender Inc, we offer trainings and education around gender identity and expression as well as run psychotherapy groups for trans and nonbinary individuals, relationships and families.
Emily Jacobson
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060 (Online Only)
I blend alternative therapeutic models with the latest research in epigenetics, insights from ancient spiritual traditions, wisdom from earth-based living, and embodied rituals to create processes that shift your relationship to suffering, sorrow, or emotional challenges and open you into deeper connection with your true self and harmony with life. I am affirming of LGBTQ+, poly/ENM, and kink identities. I use anti-oppression, anti-racist, ecopsychology & trauma-informed frameworks to support individual and collective liberation.
I blend alternative therapeutic models with the latest research in epigenetics, insights from ancient spiritual traditions, wisdom from earth-based living, and embodied rituals to create processes that shift your relationship to suffering, sorrow, or emotional challenges and open you into deeper connection with your true self and harmony with life. I am affirming of LGBTQ+, poly/ENM, and kink identities. I use anti-oppression, anti-racist, ecopsychology & trauma-informed frameworks to support individual and collective liberation.
Life’s difficult turns can motivate us to take action for change. You may have daily challenges with low moods, anxiety, problems with memory or concentration, trauma, chronic pain, or grief. Or maybe you have past experiences that continue to hurt you. Psychotherapy can become a valuable tool to address these challenges starting with where you are now. It can be an opportunity to assess your current situation, clarify your goals, and build skills that empower you toward increased well-being, better directions, and desired outcomes.
Life’s difficult turns can motivate us to take action for change. You may have daily challenges with low moods, anxiety, problems with memory or concentration, trauma, chronic pain, or grief. Or maybe you have past experiences that continue to hurt you. Psychotherapy can become a valuable tool to address these challenges starting with where you are now. It can be an opportunity to assess your current situation, clarify your goals, and build skills that empower you toward increased well-being, better directions, and desired outcomes.
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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.