Career Counseling Therapists in Bedminster, NJ

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Lynn M. Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bedminster, NJ 07921
I'm a Doctor of Psychology, career + life coach, and steadfast optimist.
Life is Right Now. If you make one great decision about your life today, and that decision causes a 1% positive impact on your life, that impact gets compounded day after day. Working with the right therapist can create positive changes in your life way beyond anything you can imagine. For 20 years I've been helping people build extraordinary lives, rich with success and achievement, heartfelt personal relationships, renewed physical vitality, and a deep sense of fulfillment. After earning a Doctorate in Psychology, I went on to study coaching at Harvard University and became certified by the NBCC.
I'm a Doctor of Psychology, career + life coach, and steadfast optimist.
Life is Right Now. If you make one great decision about your life today, and that decision causes a 1% positive impact on your life, that impact gets compounded day after day. Working with the right therapist can create positive changes in your life way beyond anything you can imagine. For 20 years I've been helping people build extraordinary lives, rich with success and achievement, heartfelt personal relationships, renewed physical vitality, and a deep sense of fulfillment. After earning a Doctorate in Psychology, I went on to study coaching at Harvard University and became certified by the NBCC.
(908) 428-4759 View (908) 428-4759
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Ravi Maharajh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedminster, NJ 07921  (Online Only)
I am a Mental Health Therapist with over 20 years of direct clinical care experience working with children, adults & families in New Jersey and Florida. My experience has included working with the New Jersey Children's System of Care conducting in-home BioPsychoSocial Assessments & providing short term therapy. I have a private practice and am available to work with new clients, including adults, children and families. Anxiety, depression, loss and overall life challenges. I believe in short term therapy and 6-18 months is a good start for treatment.
I am a Mental Health Therapist with over 20 years of direct clinical care experience working with children, adults & families in New Jersey and Florida. My experience has included working with the New Jersey Children's System of Care conducting in-home BioPsychoSocial Assessments & providing short term therapy. I have a private practice and am available to work with new clients, including adults, children and families. Anxiety, depression, loss and overall life challenges. I believe in short term therapy and 6-18 months is a good start for treatment.
(908) 946-5496 View (908) 946-5496
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Nicole Berezny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedminster, NJ 07921
Welcome! Therapy is good for anyone, at any time. Whether it's resolving a personal or family issue, coping with a tragic and difficult life event, or wanting to create something new in your life... you know what's motivating you to seek change at this time. Starting here is a great next step in that process, and we will work together to find lasting ways to integrate shifts in your mindset and emotions with actionable skills.
Welcome! Therapy is good for anyone, at any time. Whether it's resolving a personal or family issue, coping with a tragic and difficult life event, or wanting to create something new in your life... you know what's motivating you to seek change at this time. Starting here is a great next step in that process, and we will work together to find lasting ways to integrate shifts in your mindset and emotions with actionable skills.
(201) 571-6437 View (201) 571-6437
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Gesomina V. Maglio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedminster, NJ 07921
I have a specialty in life coaching. This can include transitions, performance, work-life balance, mentoring, helping the techs improve their people skills, and a favorite, "say what you mean mean what you say" good old communication issues. And of course, the heart of it all, relationship issues. Coaching is often short term, goal focused, and action oriented on your part. Your success will depend on your willingness to define, take risks, and try new approaches. Like any human endeavor, life coaching can involve feelings of distress and frustration that accompany the process of change. Your life is up to you, you define your success.
I have a specialty in life coaching. This can include transitions, performance, work-life balance, mentoring, helping the techs improve their people skills, and a favorite, "say what you mean mean what you say" good old communication issues. And of course, the heart of it all, relationship issues. Coaching is often short term, goal focused, and action oriented on your part. Your success will depend on your willingness to define, take risks, and try new approaches. Like any human endeavor, life coaching can involve feelings of distress and frustration that accompany the process of change. Your life is up to you, you define your success.
(908) 444-0175 View (908) 444-0175
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Dina Morley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bedminster, NJ 07921
Dina is a solution-focused therapist who uses the strengths perspective, the harm reduction approach and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients in meeting and maintaining their goals. Dina earned an MSW graduate degree in clinical social work from New York University (NYU), has a doctorate degree in psychology and has experience in behavioral health settings such as inpatient, outpatient, and private practice settings. Dina has been on the American Red Cross Mental Health Disaster Relief Team since 2009. Dina provides an environment that is supportive and non-judgmental.
Dina is a solution-focused therapist who uses the strengths perspective, the harm reduction approach and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients in meeting and maintaining their goals. Dina earned an MSW graduate degree in clinical social work from New York University (NYU), has a doctorate degree in psychology and has experience in behavioral health settings such as inpatient, outpatient, and private practice settings. Dina has been on the American Red Cross Mental Health Disaster Relief Team since 2009. Dina provides an environment that is supportive and non-judgmental.
(908) 443-9416 View (908) 443-9416
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Aayesha Alvi
Counselor, MA, LPC, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedminster, NJ 07921
We all want to be genuinely seen, heard and understood. Whether the pain stems from the past, major life changes or simply feeling lost, therapy is a safe place to express your feelings without the fear of judgement. It is an amazing way to partner up and connect with someone who will support you. In these difficult times, it is important to find someone who can hold space for you to help untangle the web of confusion that may exist within. I aim to create a safe, warm and therapeutic atmosphere. You will be met with someone with a genuine desire to understand and who strongly believes that there is always hope.
We all want to be genuinely seen, heard and understood. Whether the pain stems from the past, major life changes or simply feeling lost, therapy is a safe place to express your feelings without the fear of judgement. It is an amazing way to partner up and connect with someone who will support you. In these difficult times, it is important to find someone who can hold space for you to help untangle the web of confusion that may exist within. I aim to create a safe, warm and therapeutic atmosphere. You will be met with someone with a genuine desire to understand and who strongly believes that there is always hope.
(862) 319-8315 View (862) 319-8315

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Jodi L Brodsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Far Hills, NJ 07931
Hope, Resilience and Renewal. The belief in the power of these is the basis of my work with you. Are you feeling alone, sad and in pain from grief and loss? Maybe it was the death of a loved one or the ending of a relationship. Maybe it was a recent move, a change in life status; marriage, divorce, empty nesting or retirement. Maybe it was the loss of plans, hopes and dreams. Maybe it was the loss of a job, your health, or the feeling of safety and trust due to world events from the pandemic, war and injustice. I know it may be tempting to avoid dealing with our grief, but you can’t heal what you don’t face and address.
Hope, Resilience and Renewal. The belief in the power of these is the basis of my work with you. Are you feeling alone, sad and in pain from grief and loss? Maybe it was the death of a loved one or the ending of a relationship. Maybe it was a recent move, a change in life status; marriage, divorce, empty nesting or retirement. Maybe it was the loss of plans, hopes and dreams. Maybe it was the loss of a job, your health, or the feeling of safety and trust due to world events from the pandemic, war and injustice. I know it may be tempting to avoid dealing with our grief, but you can’t heal what you don’t face and address.
(908) 336-0960 View (908) 336-0960
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Dorothy Buznitsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
If you are experiencing increased anxiety and/or depression for issues such as: a recent loss, career transition, unresolved anger marital/relationship difficulties, aging parents and/or self-esteem, it might help to seek professional help.
It is my goal to provide a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment for all of my clients. As a psychotherapist, I believe the most influential vehicle in supporting and helping my clients exists within my clients and is accessed through our therapeutic relationship. I hold all clients in a positive regard and aim to help clients identify and use their own strengths to solve their personal struggles. Let's face it, we all go through periods of self-doubt and high stress. To struggle is human.
If you are experiencing increased anxiety and/or depression for issues such as: a recent loss, career transition, unresolved anger marital/relationship difficulties, aging parents and/or self-esteem, it might help to seek professional help.
It is my goal to provide a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment for all of my clients. As a psychotherapist, I believe the most influential vehicle in supporting and helping my clients exists within my clients and is accessed through our therapeutic relationship. I hold all clients in a positive regard and aim to help clients identify and use their own strengths to solve their personal struggles. Let's face it, we all go through periods of self-doubt and high stress. To struggle is human.
(973) 552-2125 View (973) 552-2125
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Lauren Petersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
We all face challenges at some point. Therapy is a way to work through these challenges in order to have the life you want to live. I offer a warm, supportive, non-judgmental environment to help clients identify their goals and assist them in achieving their desired outcomes. I have over ten years of experience, which includes working with adolescents, adults, families, and group therapy. My experience has been with clients struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting issues, career stressors, and family conflict.
We all face challenges at some point. Therapy is a way to work through these challenges in order to have the life you want to live. I offer a warm, supportive, non-judgmental environment to help clients identify their goals and assist them in achieving their desired outcomes. I have over ten years of experience, which includes working with adolescents, adults, families, and group therapy. My experience has been with clients struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting issues, career stressors, and family conflict.
(908) 367-3156 View (908) 367-3156
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Marianne Ferguson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
In addition to my postgraduate training, I bring over a decade of experience of working in finance before changing career paths.
Often when clients begin the process of looking for a therapist, they find themselves in a place where something is no longer working for them. This place can be overwhelming, and they may feel stuck or hopeless but can’t always pinpoint the reason. As their therapist, I provide a safe space to listen to their story and explore what brought them in. Through the work of therapy, clients begin to discover the roots of their patterns and behaviors and how they can be reworked over time. I work with individuals going through life transitions whose struggles include relationship issues, anxiety, depression and trauma.
In addition to my postgraduate training, I bring over a decade of experience of working in finance before changing career paths.
Often when clients begin the process of looking for a therapist, they find themselves in a place where something is no longer working for them. This place can be overwhelming, and they may feel stuck or hopeless but can’t always pinpoint the reason. As their therapist, I provide a safe space to listen to their story and explore what brought them in. Through the work of therapy, clients begin to discover the roots of their patterns and behaviors and how they can be reworked over time. I work with individuals going through life transitions whose struggles include relationship issues, anxiety, depression and trauma.
(646) 930-7712 View (646) 930-7712
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Sonia Rodrigues-Marto
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
Far Hills, NJ 07931
Looking to make changes in your life or need some guidance in working through life's challenges? I specialize in treating adolescents and adults who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior, sexual trauma, domestic violence, family conflict, relationship issues and career changes. I also work with young adults, women and children who have been impacted by trauma and help support women in their recovery from betrayal and abusive relationships. In addition, I work with young adults needing support in their transition into adulthood.
Looking to make changes in your life or need some guidance in working through life's challenges? I specialize in treating adolescents and adults who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior, sexual trauma, domestic violence, family conflict, relationship issues and career changes. I also work with young adults, women and children who have been impacted by trauma and help support women in their recovery from betrayal and abusive relationships. In addition, I work with young adults needing support in their transition into adulthood.
(908) 304-9926 View (908) 304-9926
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William Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
Warren, NJ 07059
I hold a Master's degree from Columbia University in Counseling Psychology and Social-Organizational psychology and a Master's in Human Development. I am in the 4th year of a Ph.D. in the Psychology of Change. I have 5 years of experience working with 21+ adults adjusting to new or difficult circumstances, relationship difficulties, facing anxious, depressive, and fluctuating moods, identity, self-image and self-esteem concerns, trauma-related issues, grief, loss, discrimination, and career or work concerns. I am a compassionate, resourceful, and experienced partner.
I hold a Master's degree from Columbia University in Counseling Psychology and Social-Organizational psychology and a Master's in Human Development. I am in the 4th year of a Ph.D. in the Psychology of Change. I have 5 years of experience working with 21+ adults adjusting to new or difficult circumstances, relationship difficulties, facing anxious, depressive, and fluctuating moods, identity, self-image and self-esteem concerns, trauma-related issues, grief, loss, discrimination, and career or work concerns. I am a compassionate, resourceful, and experienced partner.
(848) 272-2421 View (848) 272-2421
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Alicia R. Camlibel, Ph.D., LPC
Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Everyone is faced with challenges. My first concern is helping you overcome issues getting in the way of living a happy and productive life. In a relaxing, safe, and confidential setting, I offer strategies to reduce stress, build resiliency, and increase coping skills to regain mental and physical health. I have 25 years of experience working with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, adjusting/managing medical illness, career transitions, postpartum depression, and grief and loss.
Everyone is faced with challenges. My first concern is helping you overcome issues getting in the way of living a happy and productive life. In a relaxing, safe, and confidential setting, I offer strategies to reduce stress, build resiliency, and increase coping skills to regain mental and physical health. I have 25 years of experience working with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, adjusting/managing medical illness, career transitions, postpartum depression, and grief and loss.
(908) 373-8406 View (908) 373-8406
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Dawn J LaCosta
Pastoral Counselor, DMin
Verified Verified
Warren, NJ 07059  (Online Only)
We offer a diverse array of counseling options including: Christian Counseling, Counseling for Marriage and Family, "Prepare & Enrich" Premarital, Marital, Blended Family & Divorce Certified, Teen & Adolescents, College & Career Counseling, Certified Life Coach.
Make TODAY the day you determine you are sick and tired of being sick and tired! Take back your life! Join those who have been set FREE from the BONDAGE & BAGGAGE of: Anxiety, Addiction, Fear, Panic, Depression, Grief & Loss, Trauma (PTSD) Guilt & Shame, Broken Relationships, Communication Issues, Anger & Frustration, Parenting Challenges, Emotional Disorders, Lack of Validation & Worth, Conflict Resolution, No Self Control, Retirement Adjustment, Spiritual Struggles. Our center offers independent professional practices that have come together to provide overall health and wellness. The Wellness Center is founded on the belief that our client's needs are of the utmost importance.
We offer a diverse array of counseling options including: Christian Counseling, Counseling for Marriage and Family, "Prepare & Enrich" Premarital, Marital, Blended Family & Divorce Certified, Teen & Adolescents, College & Career Counseling, Certified Life Coach.
Make TODAY the day you determine you are sick and tired of being sick and tired! Take back your life! Join those who have been set FREE from the BONDAGE & BAGGAGE of: Anxiety, Addiction, Fear, Panic, Depression, Grief & Loss, Trauma (PTSD) Guilt & Shame, Broken Relationships, Communication Issues, Anger & Frustration, Parenting Challenges, Emotional Disorders, Lack of Validation & Worth, Conflict Resolution, No Self Control, Retirement Adjustment, Spiritual Struggles. Our center offers independent professional practices that have come together to provide overall health and wellness. The Wellness Center is founded on the belief that our client's needs are of the utmost importance.
(843) 917-6779 View (843) 917-6779
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Aspire, Counseling Males
MA, CPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chester, NJ 07930
Counseling and coaching is not a job but a deliberate career choice. For over ten years, my focus has been to provide relationship, stress management, and supportive guidance counseling to aid individuals in achieving their fullest potential and living their best life. There is no greater achievement when you can achieve your goals and have a balanced and happy life. Through self-guidance and direction, you can learn to manage stress and life challenges, improve your health and relationships, and gain greater peace of mind.
Counseling and coaching is not a job but a deliberate career choice. For over ten years, my focus has been to provide relationship, stress management, and supportive guidance counseling to aid individuals in achieving their fullest potential and living their best life. There is no greater achievement when you can achieve your goals and have a balanced and happy life. Through self-guidance and direction, you can learn to manage stress and life challenges, improve your health and relationships, and gain greater peace of mind.
(908) 332-9456 View (908) 332-9456
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Clara Fajardo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lyons, NJ 07939
Are you feeling heavy with worry, anxiety, or stress? Having a therapist who is actively listening, responding, and engaged can make a world of difference - and quite literally lift the weight of the world off one's shoulders. My job is to support you and help you think through new angles on your life; to help you create the space and lightness you crave. Whether you are mourning a life you envisioned that you can no longer have or dealing with burnout from the life you do have, my priority is getting you back on your feet with tools and refreshing ways to think about the life, facts, and situations you are presented with.
Are you feeling heavy with worry, anxiety, or stress? Having a therapist who is actively listening, responding, and engaged can make a world of difference - and quite literally lift the weight of the world off one's shoulders. My job is to support you and help you think through new angles on your life; to help you create the space and lightness you crave. Whether you are mourning a life you envisioned that you can no longer have or dealing with burnout from the life you do have, my priority is getting you back on your feet with tools and refreshing ways to think about the life, facts, and situations you are presented with.
(917) 970-1385 View (917) 970-1385
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Anthony Gallo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Martinsville, NJ 08836  (Online Only)
From the outside in, your life looks good. You have everything you need and most of what you want: material possessions, a career, a family, friends, or a relationship. Yet in quiet moments it gnaws at you; the feeling that something isn’t right. Your job might be more mundane than meaningful, you don’t know how to communicate your needs to your loved ones, or life seems empty after suffering a loss. Maybe you hoped all those external things you chased would change something permanently, but you remained feeling incomplete. Perhaps you’re starting to think that something inside will need to change and you don’t know where to begin.
From the outside in, your life looks good. You have everything you need and most of what you want: material possessions, a career, a family, friends, or a relationship. Yet in quiet moments it gnaws at you; the feeling that something isn’t right. Your job might be more mundane than meaningful, you don’t know how to communicate your needs to your loved ones, or life seems empty after suffering a loss. Maybe you hoped all those external things you chased would change something permanently, but you remained feeling incomplete. Perhaps you’re starting to think that something inside will need to change and you don’t know where to begin.
(551) 239-1629 View (551) 239-1629
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Jillian Calotta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mendham, NJ 07945  (Online Only)
Counseling is not just a job for me.
I am proud of you for seeking help if life has felt hard lately. Are you struggling with anxiety, relationship conflicts, life transitions, or stress? Have you experienced the loss of someone special and the grief has felt like too much? Does the faith play a big role in your life and you wish to incorporate that into your healing journey? Do you work in Law Enforcement? We can work together to unpack these issues that are getting in the way of you feeling like yourself again. You don't have to go through this alone and talking through these things and learning some new strategies will help bring back the peace in your life.
Counseling is not just a job for me.
I am proud of you for seeking help if life has felt hard lately. Are you struggling with anxiety, relationship conflicts, life transitions, or stress? Have you experienced the loss of someone special and the grief has felt like too much? Does the faith play a big role in your life and you wish to incorporate that into your healing journey? Do you work in Law Enforcement? We can work together to unpack these issues that are getting in the way of you feeling like yourself again. You don't have to go through this alone and talking through these things and learning some new strategies will help bring back the peace in your life.
(973) 963-2797 View (973) 963-2797
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Eleonora Tavella
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself constantly feeling anxious and spending a lot of time overthinking? Are you struggling in your career or relationships? Maybe you don't feel good enough and identify as an over-achiever? Are you going through a big life change or loss, and feeling completely overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I am passionate about working with adults with anxiety, self-esteem and major life changes. My belief is that our relationship with ourselves deeply effects how we navigate day to day stressors and major life transitions. You are your biggest asset.
Do you find yourself constantly feeling anxious and spending a lot of time overthinking? Are you struggling in your career or relationships? Maybe you don't feel good enough and identify as an over-achiever? Are you going through a big life change or loss, and feeling completely overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I am passionate about working with adults with anxiety, self-esteem and major life changes. My belief is that our relationship with ourselves deeply effects how we navigate day to day stressors and major life transitions. You are your biggest asset.
(732) 889-7121 View (732) 889-7121
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David Goldstein
Psychologist, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Manville, NJ 08835
I specialize in psychological, psychoeducational, and forensic evaluations. These evaluations are typically needed in order to gain access to educational services (504 plans or obtaining academic accommodations at college), reasonable accommodations at work, some civil matters (conservatorship, guardianship), criminal matters (juvenile or adult matters related to specific legal questions, such as competence to stand trial, insanity, juvenile waivers, and risk assessments), and fitness evaluations (i.e., handgun permits, mental health expungements, and evaluations for law enforcement).
I specialize in psychological, psychoeducational, and forensic evaluations. These evaluations are typically needed in order to gain access to educational services (504 plans or obtaining academic accommodations at college), reasonable accommodations at work, some civil matters (conservatorship, guardianship), criminal matters (juvenile or adult matters related to specific legal questions, such as competence to stand trial, insanity, juvenile waivers, and risk assessments), and fitness evaluations (i.e., handgun permits, mental health expungements, and evaluations for law enforcement).
(973) 792-8880 x615 View (973) 792-8880 x615

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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.