Career Counseling Therapists in Eugene, OR

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Ryan S. Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
A) Please review insurances accepted. Do you struggle to say "no" to people? Do you feel guilty when you do? Do you feel pressure to make others happy while never getting what you need? Do you stay in bad relationships for too long? Do you feel stuck relationally, emotionally, or in your career path? There are explanations for this behavior and ways to change it. I love helping people learn how to have healthy boundaries with others, their work, or some other habit they are concerned about. If you want to understand yourself better and possibly learn to make healthier choices based on your values, I would love to work with you.
A) Please review insurances accepted. Do you struggle to say "no" to people? Do you feel guilty when you do? Do you feel pressure to make others happy while never getting what you need? Do you stay in bad relationships for too long? Do you feel stuck relationally, emotionally, or in your career path? There are explanations for this behavior and ways to change it. I love helping people learn how to have healthy boundaries with others, their work, or some other habit they are concerned about. If you want to understand yourself better and possibly learn to make healthier choices based on your values, I would love to work with you.
(541) 623-2933 View (541) 623-2933
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Cecilia Escobedo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
I am here to assist you attending to your inner life and by doing so developing more satisfying relationships, gaining self-confidence and advancing your desired career-work goals.
Not accepting new patients at this time. I believe that each person has inherent worth, wisdom and the capacity to develop in ways that can lead toward wholeness and renewed energy for life. My main job is to co-create a therapeutic container where inner and outer healing can take place. I believe that when we listen to psychological symptoms, instead of ignoring or resisting them, we are more likely to find out what is out of balance and needs further integration in ourselves.
I am here to assist you attending to your inner life and by doing so developing more satisfying relationships, gaining self-confidence and advancing your desired career-work goals.
Not accepting new patients at this time. I believe that each person has inherent worth, wisdom and the capacity to develop in ways that can lead toward wholeness and renewed energy for life. My main job is to co-create a therapeutic container where inner and outer healing can take place. I believe that when we listen to psychological symptoms, instead of ignoring or resisting them, we are more likely to find out what is out of balance and needs further integration in ourselves.
(458) 224-5836 View (458) 224-5836
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Indra Dissanayake
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CHT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97403
As your therapist, my compassion and understanding allows me to connect with you on a deeper level. This therapeutic relationship, starting from our first meeting, allows you to feel trusted, safe and hopeful in addressing your current or past issues. I am very passionate about helping you find solutions to overcome your obstacles so that you can reach your highest potential. I work with adults of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, life-transitions, grief and loss, career and academic burn out, relationship issues, trauma and many other challenges.
As your therapist, my compassion and understanding allows me to connect with you on a deeper level. This therapeutic relationship, starting from our first meeting, allows you to feel trusted, safe and hopeful in addressing your current or past issues. I am very passionate about helping you find solutions to overcome your obstacles so that you can reach your highest potential. I work with adults of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, life-transitions, grief and loss, career and academic burn out, relationship issues, trauma and many other challenges.
(458) 218-7623 View (458) 218-7623
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Griffin & Associated Practitioners
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
We assist others in their personal awareness & growth related to, but not limited to, Improving Self Esteem, Anxiety, Depression, Conflicted Relationships, Loss & Grief, Healing Trauma, Career Planning, and Chronic Pain/Illness.
Our practice was created to provide a quality space for individuals to connect with a counselor surrounding self-care, healing, change, & to find ways to access more joy. We want you, as our clients, to feel that in this space you are welcomed with positive, energetic, non-judgmental practitioners that are trained to help you access your core, grounded, & healthy self. Our team provides individual, couples, & family counseling for ages 6 through the last years of life. It is our hope that through this work you will be led to healing, change, & abundant joy.
We assist others in their personal awareness & growth related to, but not limited to, Improving Self Esteem, Anxiety, Depression, Conflicted Relationships, Loss & Grief, Healing Trauma, Career Planning, and Chronic Pain/Illness.
Our practice was created to provide a quality space for individuals to connect with a counselor surrounding self-care, healing, change, & to find ways to access more joy. We want you, as our clients, to feel that in this space you are welcomed with positive, energetic, non-judgmental practitioners that are trained to help you access your core, grounded, & healthy self. Our team provides individual, couples, & family counseling for ages 6 through the last years of life. It is our hope that through this work you will be led to healing, change, & abundant joy.
(541) 526-7780 View (541) 526-7780
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Brett Anthony Vicario
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
I enjoy working with relationship and family concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and academic/ career struggles.
Therapy is a transformational space. Whether there are clear obstacles to your mental health or you are curious to know yourself more fully, my hope is for you to view yourself with self-compassion and see your life context with more self-awareness. I greatly value the therapeutic relationship as a safe place to explore yourself and better understand your relational style. Exploring how family and culture influence your sense of self and the world are also important tools of self-discovery. In my approach, I collaboratively establish goals and expectations for our work together and am transparent about my methods and decisions.
I enjoy working with relationship and family concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and academic/ career struggles.
Therapy is a transformational space. Whether there are clear obstacles to your mental health or you are curious to know yourself more fully, my hope is for you to view yourself with self-compassion and see your life context with more self-awareness. I greatly value the therapeutic relationship as a safe place to explore yourself and better understand your relational style. Exploring how family and culture influence your sense of self and the world are also important tools of self-discovery. In my approach, I collaboratively establish goals and expectations for our work together and am transparent about my methods and decisions.
(458) 206-4527 View (458) 206-4527
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Alan Siebel LPC LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CADC-3
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
I welcome those struggling with: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Bereavement , ADHD, Spiritual and Religious Concerns, Family Issues, Career Concerns, and Trauma as a result of physical or emotional abuse.
I have a person-centered approach to therapy. My main goal is to provide a safe supportive environment, so you can begin taking steps towards healing and change. I work with clients in a non judgmental manner. I believe therapy should always be collaborative. Engaging with one another in the therapeutic relationship is essential and I believe therapy should never feel forced. It is very important for me to meet you where you are in your readiness to heal, change, and grow. I warmly welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds including the LGBTQ community, International Students or Residents, and Veterans.
I welcome those struggling with: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Bereavement , ADHD, Spiritual and Religious Concerns, Family Issues, Career Concerns, and Trauma as a result of physical or emotional abuse.
I have a person-centered approach to therapy. My main goal is to provide a safe supportive environment, so you can begin taking steps towards healing and change. I work with clients in a non judgmental manner. I believe therapy should always be collaborative. Engaging with one another in the therapeutic relationship is essential and I believe therapy should never feel forced. It is very important for me to meet you where you are in your readiness to heal, change, and grow. I warmly welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds including the LGBTQ community, International Students or Residents, and Veterans.
(541) 204-3193 View (541) 204-3193
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Angel Oliver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in the importance of using my skills and voice to help empower my clients. I look forward to a long career in the mental health field where my community members, especially people of color, veterans, women, and individuals needing a cheerleader and advocate in their corner, can receive the care that they deserve. I want to understand the whole person and hope that everyone will soon be able to see themselves for who they are and not by what society or their diagnosis tells them. Seeking mental health treatment is a big step and I want to celebrate each person’s journey.
I believe in the importance of using my skills and voice to help empower my clients. I look forward to a long career in the mental health field where my community members, especially people of color, veterans, women, and individuals needing a cheerleader and advocate in their corner, can receive the care that they deserve. I want to understand the whole person and hope that everyone will soon be able to see themselves for who they are and not by what society or their diagnosis tells them. Seeking mental health treatment is a big step and I want to celebrate each person’s journey.
(541) 748-3771 View (541) 748-3771
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Brent Horner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
I frequently help people work through difficulties with relationships, depression, anxiety/panic, trauma/PTSD, grief, and academic/ career struggles.
Each of us goes through periods where we feel stuck or overwhelmed, and the path through has become difficult to find. My hope is to provide a space and relationship where you can better understand yourself and find the freedom to move forward again. From the first meeting, I approach therapy as a collaborative process where it is most important that you feel understood, supported, and accepted. I value being able to support people of diverse identities and backgrounds. Your many cultural contexts are important to me in understanding the shape of your life and struggles.
I frequently help people work through difficulties with relationships, depression, anxiety/panic, trauma/PTSD, grief, and academic/ career struggles.
Each of us goes through periods where we feel stuck or overwhelmed, and the path through has become difficult to find. My hope is to provide a space and relationship where you can better understand yourself and find the freedom to move forward again. From the first meeting, I approach therapy as a collaborative process where it is most important that you feel understood, supported, and accepted. I value being able to support people of diverse identities and backgrounds. Your many cultural contexts are important to me in understanding the shape of your life and struggles.
(541) 663-4533 View (541) 663-4533
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Karl Becker
Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
Hello! I am accepting new clients & would love to connect with you. Therapy has helped me in my own processing of painful and confusing emotions that accumulated during childhood in a home where conflict, volatility, & criticism were daily challenges. As I started life on my own, my mind was crowded with mixed messages about my self-worth, the dependability of relationships, the reliability of plans & hope for the future. In a trusting counseling relationship, I began to see a path out of the confusion and darkness that kept me from fully accepting & living life, engaging in loving relationships, & pursuing a fulfilling career.
Hello! I am accepting new clients & would love to connect with you. Therapy has helped me in my own processing of painful and confusing emotions that accumulated during childhood in a home where conflict, volatility, & criticism were daily challenges. As I started life on my own, my mind was crowded with mixed messages about my self-worth, the dependability of relationships, the reliability of plans & hope for the future. In a trusting counseling relationship, I began to see a path out of the confusion and darkness that kept me from fully accepting & living life, engaging in loving relationships, & pursuing a fulfilling career.
(541) 351-7806 View (541) 351-7806
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David Brule
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
I often assist clients with concerns related to anxiety, depression, relationships, focus/performance, existence/ spirituality, academic/ career development, and general well-being.
My first goal in therapy is to build a trusted partnership through honest feedback, empathy, and adaptive support. I provide a safe space for clients to explore, understand, and work through difficult experiences. Together, we work to clarify goals and enact processes that build insight, reduce distress, and change unwanted patterns. Clinically, I approach well-being from an Ecological Model perspective; and often use Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Motivational therapies in my work with clients. However, how therapy looks varies with each person based on their unique needs, cultural contexts, and current circumstances.
I often assist clients with concerns related to anxiety, depression, relationships, focus/performance, existence/ spirituality, academic/ career development, and general well-being.
My first goal in therapy is to build a trusted partnership through honest feedback, empathy, and adaptive support. I provide a safe space for clients to explore, understand, and work through difficult experiences. Together, we work to clarify goals and enact processes that build insight, reduce distress, and change unwanted patterns. Clinically, I approach well-being from an Ecological Model perspective; and often use Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Motivational therapies in my work with clients. However, how therapy looks varies with each person based on their unique needs, cultural contexts, and current circumstances.
(458) 215-1572 View (458) 215-1572
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Kristen Rudolf
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401  (Online Only)
I utilize aspects of dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), artistic interventions, career counseling, narrative therapy and grief counseling.
I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Bushnell University. I believe that people are influenced by their biological dispositions, life experiences, relationships to others, and personal core values
I utilize aspects of dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), artistic interventions, career counseling, narrative therapy and grief counseling.
I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Bushnell University. I believe that people are influenced by their biological dispositions, life experiences, relationships to others, and personal core values
(458) 241-5805 View (458) 241-5805
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Dustin Kerrone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401  (Online Only)
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
(971) 251-4823 View (971) 251-4823
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Daniel Menely
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
I counsel professionals and creatives, especially those navigating career and relationship challenges.
As your therapist, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can talk freely without being judged. I won't just sit there – instead, I'll ask questions, offer suggestions, and reflect on what you share. Together, we'll work on dealing with the things that are bothering you in your everyday life, be it challenges with relationships, work, or family. Whether our work is one-on-one, with you two as a couple, my clients gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck and move forward. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life with confidence.
I counsel professionals and creatives, especially those navigating career and relationship challenges.
As your therapist, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can talk freely without being judged. I won't just sit there – instead, I'll ask questions, offer suggestions, and reflect on what you share. Together, we'll work on dealing with the things that are bothering you in your everyday life, be it challenges with relationships, work, or family. Whether our work is one-on-one, with you two as a couple, my clients gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck and move forward. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life with confidence.
(541) 802-7116 View (541) 802-7116
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Andrea Lynne Woodward
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97404  (Online Only)
Connect - NOW - with Andrea to discover your innermost desires, create meaningful relationships and move gracefully through life transitions: Marriage, children, infidelity, divorce, sexual awakening, career change or retirement.
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
Connect - NOW - with Andrea to discover your innermost desires, create meaningful relationships and move gracefully through life transitions: Marriage, children, infidelity, divorce, sexual awakening, career change or retirement.
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
(458) 217-1997 View (458) 217-1997
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Carolyn A Hennessey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
Do you feel stuck and don't know what to do next? Are you struggling just to get through the day? As Therapist and Coach, I offer an objective, compassionate, professional perspective for new possibilities. Together we will consider your professional, family, and community life and develop a plan so you feel more satisfied. As a professional with over 20 years experience, my practice is a combination of counseling and executive and career coaching.
Do you feel stuck and don't know what to do next? Are you struggling just to get through the day? As Therapist and Coach, I offer an objective, compassionate, professional perspective for new possibilities. Together we will consider your professional, family, and community life and develop a plan so you feel more satisfied. As a professional with over 20 years experience, my practice is a combination of counseling and executive and career coaching.
(541) 407-3793 View (541) 407-3793
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Sydney Leigh Stringer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MCOUN
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
I work with preteens, teens, adolescents, and parents to navigate the challenging transition of childhood to early adulthood. I believe in the importance of relationship. We aren't ourselves when we feel uncomfortable, so my work centers on establishing a working relationship that fosters connection, collaboration, and mutual understanding. I believe that “you are the expert on you” and work to understand my client’s personal values and life perspective. Once I have a sense of who you are, we will begin to identify behavior patterns and increase awareness to focus on making meaningful changes that are right for you.
I work with preteens, teens, adolescents, and parents to navigate the challenging transition of childhood to early adulthood. I believe in the importance of relationship. We aren't ourselves when we feel uncomfortable, so my work centers on establishing a working relationship that fosters connection, collaboration, and mutual understanding. I believe that “you are the expert on you” and work to understand my client’s personal values and life perspective. Once I have a sense of who you are, we will begin to identify behavior patterns and increase awareness to focus on making meaningful changes that are right for you.
(458) 218-8853 View (458) 218-8853
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Serenity Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients‭‭ Serenity Mental Health is an independent practice of caring Mental Health Professionals who understand that life’s challenges can be daunting and that people deserve quality mental health care that addresses their individual needs. Together, with a member of our licensed professional staff we will develop a plan to address hardships in a supportive and compassionate manner.
Accepting New Clients‭‭ Serenity Mental Health is an independent practice of caring Mental Health Professionals who understand that life’s challenges can be daunting and that people deserve quality mental health care that addresses their individual needs. Together, with a member of our licensed professional staff we will develop a plan to address hardships in a supportive and compassionate manner.
(541) 399-8911 View (541) 399-8911
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Cora Crabtree
Professional Counselor Associate, PC-A
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing life transitions, which may even lead to questioning your own identity? You may be asking yourself, “Who can I trust? Who am I?” Are you currently, or previously, experiencing depression and/or anxiety? Have you had traumas and/or grief experiences in your life? Do you identify as LGBTQ+, young adult, adult, and/or survivor of IPV?
Are you experiencing life transitions, which may even lead to questioning your own identity? You may be asking yourself, “Who can I trust? Who am I?” Are you currently, or previously, experiencing depression and/or anxiety? Have you had traumas and/or grief experiences in your life? Do you identify as LGBTQ+, young adult, adult, and/or survivor of IPV?
(458) 237-8819 View (458) 237-8819
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Joyful Living Behavioral Health Inc (Joy Turner)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
NOTE: Areas of Expertise: I practice a wide variety of techniques and modalities based on each individual. Therapies utilized: DBT (certified DBT Therapist), CBT, EMDR (EMDR Trained), Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman Method, Strength Based Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution-Based Therapy, Mindfulness for Self-Compassion, Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
NOTE: Areas of Expertise: I practice a wide variety of techniques and modalities based on each individual. Therapies utilized: DBT (certified DBT Therapist), CBT, EMDR (EMDR Trained), Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman Method, Strength Based Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution-Based Therapy, Mindfulness for Self-Compassion, Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
(541) 243-7544 View (541) 243-7544
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Elizabeth Davis Akers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401  (Online Only)
I believe things can get better, that clients can heal from past hurts, get through tough situations, and adjust to new realities. I facilitate finding answers to what is troubling each client, changing the way they relate to problems, improving how they feel about themselves, and coming to experience the joy-filled life they deserve. I assist clients through integrative and person-centered psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and the Twelve Steps.
I believe things can get better, that clients can heal from past hurts, get through tough situations, and adjust to new realities. I facilitate finding answers to what is troubling each client, changing the way they relate to problems, improving how they feel about themselves, and coming to experience the joy-filled life they deserve. I assist clients through integrative and person-centered psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and the Twelve Steps.
(541) 238-2225 View (541) 238-2225
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.