Career Counseling Therapists in Wayne County, NC

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Debi Pickard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27534
Sometimes the most difficult job we have is to work on ourselves, but it can also be the most rewarding, too.
Hi, and welcome to my page. I'm glad you stopped by. My interest lies in helping people who are looking for real change. For 23 years I have had the privilege of witnessing adults and children gain insight, reduce unpleasant symptoms and improve functioning in all areas of life through the therapeutic process. Are you ready to take the journey to reach your goals? Peace and rest are often found in those places we've been avoiding or unable to access on our own.
Sometimes the most difficult job we have is to work on ourselves, but it can also be the most rewarding, too.
Hi, and welcome to my page. I'm glad you stopped by. My interest lies in helping people who are looking for real change. For 23 years I have had the privilege of witnessing adults and children gain insight, reduce unpleasant symptoms and improve functioning in all areas of life through the therapeutic process. Are you ready to take the journey to reach your goals? Peace and rest are often found in those places we've been avoiding or unable to access on our own.
(828) 481-8553 View (828) 481-8553
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Michael James
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27530
I know life can throw us curveballs, making it challenging to navigate alone, so congratulations on taking this important step on your healing journey. I understand firsthand the mix of emotions that come with starting therapy. Having walked a similar path to many of my clients, I know how challenging healing can be. Seeking help is brave, even though it can feel intimidating at first. It marks the beginning of overcoming life's hurdles and finding a path forward. I specialize in supporting working professionals and men through life adjustments, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and career and relationship challenges.
I know life can throw us curveballs, making it challenging to navigate alone, so congratulations on taking this important step on your healing journey. I understand firsthand the mix of emotions that come with starting therapy. Having walked a similar path to many of my clients, I know how challenging healing can be. Seeking help is brave, even though it can feel intimidating at first. It marks the beginning of overcoming life's hurdles and finding a path forward. I specialize in supporting working professionals and men through life adjustments, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and career and relationship challenges.
(910) 901-7796 View (910) 901-7796
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Mitchell McLamb
Pastoral Counselor, MTS, BCPC, BCLC
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27530
Whether it's healing through a rough season or stepping up your game in your career, God wants the best for you.
Seasons of life come and go and with each season comes new challenges. Many times, turning the page to the next chapter is difficult. While serving in pastoral ministry for over 10 years, I've had the privilege to witness many individuals and couples turn the page and experience the life that God desires for them. You can be all that God has created you to be and you can experience life abundantly. Sometimes we just need a little help reaching goals and working through situations and circumstances. I want to help you find the abundant life and turn the page to your next chapter.
Whether it's healing through a rough season or stepping up your game in your career, God wants the best for you.
Seasons of life come and go and with each season comes new challenges. Many times, turning the page to the next chapter is difficult. While serving in pastoral ministry for over 10 years, I've had the privilege to witness many individuals and couples turn the page and experience the life that God desires for them. You can be all that God has created you to be and you can experience life abundantly. Sometimes we just need a little help reaching goals and working through situations and circumstances. I want to help you find the abundant life and turn the page to your next chapter.
(984) 369-8566 View (984) 369-8566
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Joseph D Brown
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
Pikeville, NC 27863
I am versatile and have training and experience working with many different issues. I am nonjudgemental in my approach. We will work together to develop a plan that is centered to your individual needs and build goals that are achievable, so we can monitor your progress while working towards increasing your quality of life.
I am versatile and have training and experience working with many different issues. I am nonjudgemental in my approach. We will work together to develop a plan that is centered to your individual needs and build goals that are achievable, so we can monitor your progress while working towards increasing your quality of life.
(919) 584-9748 View (919) 584-9748
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Jean Brown
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27530
As a licensed counselor, I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, OCD, anger issues, or having a hard time with life changes. I am prepared to meet you where you are and take you to your desired outcome using tools that you can use on your own. Whether you are a teen experiencing teenage issues such as bullying, peer pressure, social media addiction, or an adult dealing with a family crisis or life changes, I can provide the counseling and individualized support necessary to handle these challenges.
As a licensed counselor, I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, OCD, anger issues, or having a hard time with life changes. I am prepared to meet you where you are and take you to your desired outcome using tools that you can use on your own. Whether you are a teen experiencing teenage issues such as bullying, peer pressure, social media addiction, or an adult dealing with a family crisis or life changes, I can provide the counseling and individualized support necessary to handle these challenges.
(980) 983-1460 View (980) 983-1460
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Shanice Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, GC-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Goldsboro, NC 27530
As a dedicated and compassionate mental health therapist, Shanice is committed to providing empathetic and effective counseling services to individuals from diverse backgrounds. With years of experience in the field, she has had the privilege of working with several populations, including adolescents, high school students, young, middle-aged, and geriatric adults, veterans, and individuals with IDD. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
As a dedicated and compassionate mental health therapist, Shanice is committed to providing empathetic and effective counseling services to individuals from diverse backgrounds. With years of experience in the field, she has had the privilege of working with several populations, including adolescents, high school students, young, middle-aged, and geriatric adults, veterans, and individuals with IDD. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
(919) 373-6849 View (919) 373-6849
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Herring Human Services, PA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27534
My approach to therapy is to assist individuals in accomplishing their goals in this journey we call life. I feel our expectations of others, ourselves and our environment create more stress than we often realize. The good news is we can tame those expectations in order to live a more purposeful life, less driven by stress and greatly assisted by the skills acquired in therapy.
My approach to therapy is to assist individuals in accomplishing their goals in this journey we call life. I feel our expectations of others, ourselves and our environment create more stress than we often realize. The good news is we can tame those expectations in order to live a more purposeful life, less driven by stress and greatly assisted by the skills acquired in therapy.
(919) 584-9306 View (919) 584-9306
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Magniola Duré
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27534  (Online Only)
Are you seeking clarity amidst life's complexities? Are you grappling with stress, and anxiety, or navigating challenging relationships? As a therapist, I aim to provide a safe haven for exploration and healing. Whether you are confronting past traumas, seeking strategies for managing daily stressors, or simply longing to uncover your true potential, I am here to support you. I aim to empower you on your journey towards a balanced and fulfilling life. Together, let's unravel the layers, discover strengths, and embark on a path toward lasting well-being.
Are you seeking clarity amidst life's complexities? Are you grappling with stress, and anxiety, or navigating challenging relationships? As a therapist, I aim to provide a safe haven for exploration and healing. Whether you are confronting past traumas, seeking strategies for managing daily stressors, or simply longing to uncover your true potential, I am here to support you. I aim to empower you on your journey towards a balanced and fulfilling life. Together, let's unravel the layers, discover strengths, and embark on a path toward lasting well-being.
(984) 208-2628 View (984) 208-2628
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Christina Jones
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27530
Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, hopeless, or worried, and maybe you are struggling to cope with life's difficulties? If so, it would be my privilege to work with you! We will collaborate and form a treatment plan that works best for you, and work toward forming your best self. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, interpersonal difficulties, marital, and family issues. My background and training is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, hopeless, or worried, and maybe you are struggling to cope with life's difficulties? If so, it would be my privilege to work with you! We will collaborate and form a treatment plan that works best for you, and work toward forming your best self. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, interpersonal difficulties, marital, and family issues. My background and training is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
(919) 372-4483 View (919) 372-4483
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Caring Hearts Professional Counseling Svcs, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, LCAS, NCC, SAP
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27530
Accepting New Clients. Are you experiencing stress, anxiety/worry, panic or feeling depressed? Do you need help processing your grief or loss? Are these symptoms interfering with your pursuit of your personal and professional goals? Just know, when the challenges of life are difficult to handle on your own; then, you may need someone to talk with to help work through these issues.
Accepting New Clients. Are you experiencing stress, anxiety/worry, panic or feeling depressed? Do you need help processing your grief or loss? Are these symptoms interfering with your pursuit of your personal and professional goals? Just know, when the challenges of life are difficult to handle on your own; then, you may need someone to talk with to help work through these issues.
(910) 554-3450 View (910) 554-3450
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Monica Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seven Springs, NC 28578
Hello! I'm Monica Hart, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based outside of Charlotte, NC. I work statewide via telehealth to support clients on their journey to wellness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults that may need assistance with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, and other mental health concerns. I provide individual therapy for adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, and personal development.
Hello! I'm Monica Hart, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based outside of Charlotte, NC. I work statewide via telehealth to support clients on their journey to wellness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults that may need assistance with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, and other mental health concerns. I provide individual therapy for adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, and personal development.
(980) 485-7577 View (980) 485-7577
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Rebekah Holloman
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27530
Waitlist for new clients
Maybe you are a go getter who has a good life but wants a great life. A person who pours out their time to everyone else but leaves little time for yourself. An individual that looks okay on the outside but is crippled by anxiety and panic on the inside. A millennial who gets on social media and immediately feels like you have to be more or do more to keep up. A perfectionist that worries and overthinks everything, I mean everything. Any of that sound true for you? I get it. Its easy to tie it all together and look perfect on the on the outside but feel far from perfect on the inside. It’s time for a change.
Maybe you are a go getter who has a good life but wants a great life. A person who pours out their time to everyone else but leaves little time for yourself. An individual that looks okay on the outside but is crippled by anxiety and panic on the inside. A millennial who gets on social media and immediately feels like you have to be more or do more to keep up. A perfectionist that worries and overthinks everything, I mean everything. Any of that sound true for you? I get it. Its easy to tie it all together and look perfect on the on the outside but feel far from perfect on the inside. It’s time for a change.
(252) 336-9694 View (252) 336-9694
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First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goldsboro, NC 27532  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! EMDR-trained therapists offering virtual sessions. Are you feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or struggling with life transitions? Perhaps you're finding it difficult to process past or present trauma. If so, we’re here to support you on your healing journey toward a better, more empowered version of yourself. Therapy provides a safe, supportive space where you can gain encouragement, accountability, and clarity to achieve your goals. We believe that while everyone has a history, we all have the potential to change and rewrite our stories for a brighter future.
Accepting new clients! EMDR-trained therapists offering virtual sessions. Are you feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or struggling with life transitions? Perhaps you're finding it difficult to process past or present trauma. If so, we’re here to support you on your healing journey toward a better, more empowered version of yourself. Therapy provides a safe, supportive space where you can gain encouragement, accountability, and clarity to achieve your goals. We believe that while everyone has a history, we all have the potential to change and rewrite our stories for a brighter future.
(919) 887-6104 View (919) 887-6104
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Kerin E Cornett
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Goldsboro, NC 27530
Navigating life's journey can be overwhelming. For over twenty years, it has been my privilege to meet people where they are and partner with them in difficult seasons. It is my experience that having someone to share your burdens can often provide healing and the courage to seek physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.
Navigating life's journey can be overwhelming. For over twenty years, it has been my privilege to meet people where they are and partner with them in difficult seasons. It is my experience that having someone to share your burdens can often provide healing and the courage to seek physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.
(919) 799-2265 View (919) 799-2265
Kelly Allen Rose
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(984) 370-5417 View (984) 370-5417

Online Therapists

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Steve Sutton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27612
In addition to most common adult therapy issues, I can help with parenting skills, life transitions, spirituality, culture, career, identity, self-esteem, relationships, and communication.
I can assist you with many personal issues, self-growth, life transitions and more. I interactively work with you in a holistically person-centered and solution-focused way and regularly use mindfulness and heartfulness, which not only improves self-awareness/acceptance and coping but also promotes personal growth, healing and lasting solutions. In this way, I encourage you to have independence, increase trust in yourself and make confident and effective choices in your life. My interest includes empowering my clients to be their truest self in the present so to maintain inner peace while also accessing their potential and goals.
In addition to most common adult therapy issues, I can help with parenting skills, life transitions, spirituality, culture, career, identity, self-esteem, relationships, and communication.
I can assist you with many personal issues, self-growth, life transitions and more. I interactively work with you in a holistically person-centered and solution-focused way and regularly use mindfulness and heartfulness, which not only improves self-awareness/acceptance and coping but also promotes personal growth, healing and lasting solutions. In this way, I encourage you to have independence, increase trust in yourself and make confident and effective choices in your life. My interest includes empowering my clients to be their truest self in the present so to maintain inner peace while also accessing their potential and goals.
(984) 205-1711 View (984) 205-1711
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Forward Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Counselor, MA, CCMHC, LCAS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27701  (Online Only)
We all belong to various systems and support systems, such as family systems; community systems; oppressive capitalistic, racist, patriarchal, and ablest systems; and more. Over the span of our lives these systems take a compounding effect on our mental health and quality of life. Building a career, attaining advanced education, establishing a supportive community of family and friends, all requires us to unpack the role of these systems on our lives. This is how we become out authentic selves.
We all belong to various systems and support systems, such as family systems; community systems; oppressive capitalistic, racist, patriarchal, and ablest systems; and more. Over the span of our lives these systems take a compounding effect on our mental health and quality of life. Building a career, attaining advanced education, establishing a supportive community of family and friends, all requires us to unpack the role of these systems on our lives. This is how we become out authentic selves.
(984) 384-5949 View (984) 384-5949
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H2 Lifecare, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609
My career mission has always been to serve others through quality, compassionate, ethical and goal-oriented therapy.
If you are experiencing symptoms of sadness, worry, hopelessness, or just needing to find direction in your life, participating in therapy can be eye opening and restorative. We are here to help with various issues including trauma related stress, parenting or work related stress, marital or even the concerns that you've struggled to pinpoint. Therapy can help you to identify and work through negative thought and behavior patterns that have left you unhappy and dissatisfied.
My career mission has always been to serve others through quality, compassionate, ethical and goal-oriented therapy.
If you are experiencing symptoms of sadness, worry, hopelessness, or just needing to find direction in your life, participating in therapy can be eye opening and restorative. We are here to help with various issues including trauma related stress, parenting or work related stress, marital or even the concerns that you've struggled to pinpoint. Therapy can help you to identify and work through negative thought and behavior patterns that have left you unhappy and dissatisfied.
(919) 551-6937 View (919) 551-6937
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Carolyn R Craft
Counselor, PsyD, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
I specialize in working with couples, individuals and older teens in areas of relationships, sexual issues, communication skills, emotional, sexual & physical trauma, grief & loss, life transitions, career & vocation, mindfulness practice & stress reduction.
When your thoughts or actions do not match your feelings, or you find that certain relationships are a problem, it could be time to explore what hidden patterns might be impacting your life. Because you are always in relationship to those in your world, whether family, work, or with a significant other; it is important to find ways to calm overwhelming emotions, overcome negative feelings, develop effective communication skills and discover the real issues in your life. In a non-invasive therapy environment, together we will build permanent resources to support you in being who you truly want to be.
I specialize in working with couples, individuals and older teens in areas of relationships, sexual issues, communication skills, emotional, sexual & physical trauma, grief & loss, life transitions, career & vocation, mindfulness practice & stress reduction.
When your thoughts or actions do not match your feelings, or you find that certain relationships are a problem, it could be time to explore what hidden patterns might be impacting your life. Because you are always in relationship to those in your world, whether family, work, or with a significant other; it is important to find ways to calm overwhelming emotions, overcome negative feelings, develop effective communication skills and discover the real issues in your life. In a non-invasive therapy environment, together we will build permanent resources to support you in being who you truly want to be.
(919) 429-7932 View (919) 429-7932
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Bonita McClure
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27519
I specialize in working with adults coping with the shifting challenges of life. I offer both therapy and coaching to better meet the needs of each individual I work with. I enjoy helping clients overcome challenges with career, relationships, family, parenting, stress, grief and loss, anxiety, and executive functioning.
I specialize in working with adults coping with the shifting challenges of life. I offer both therapy and coaching to better meet the needs of each individual I work with. I enjoy helping clients overcome challenges with career, relationships, family, parenting, stress, grief and loss, anxiety, and executive functioning.
(984) 214-4506 View (984) 214-4506

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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.