Career Counseling Therapists in Syracuse, NY
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My yoga friend once told me that working on yourself is the most important job you will ever do, so it’s important to remain persistent.
I find myself drawn to working with people who struggle with work-life balance, poor time management skills, and those living with bipolar disorder and ADHD. I excel in making others realize that they have something special to offer, so that is my main goal with each of my clients. By working together to set and work towards your goals, we will be able to create healthy ways of navigating life's challenges and help you discover your hidden potential!
My yoga friend once told me that working on yourself is the most important job you will ever do, so it’s important to remain persistent.
I find myself drawn to working with people who struggle with work-life balance, poor time management skills, and those living with bipolar disorder and ADHD. I excel in making others realize that they have something special to offer, so that is my main goal with each of my clients. By working together to set and work towards your goals, we will be able to create healthy ways of navigating life's challenges and help you discover your hidden potential!
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Welcome! My name is Tom Dwyer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 27 years of experience. I have a special interest in supporting clients experiencing life and career transitions. My approach is client centered inspiring creativity in problem solving.I will meet you with genuine empathy, open mindedness, and with unconditional positive regard. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to identify treatment priorities and create a treatment plan to ensure a beneficial and rewarding experience.
Welcome! My name is Tom Dwyer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 27 years of experience. I have a special interest in supporting clients experiencing life and career transitions. My approach is client centered inspiring creativity in problem solving.I will meet you with genuine empathy, open mindedness, and with unconditional positive regard. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to identify treatment priorities and create a treatment plan to ensure a beneficial and rewarding experience.
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My name is Christine Janik. I have extensive experience with mental health and substance abuse issues. I don’t judge, and I start where the client is. My main focus is the client who suffers from anxiety, depression, and/or substance abuse. I enjoy working with all mental health issues. The best way to describe my style is easygoing, laid back, and with a great sense of humor. It is your hour to let it fly. I chose this career after a close family member introduced to me what he was doing as a therapist. We work together to find the best goals that will be most likely successful.
My name is Christine Janik. I have extensive experience with mental health and substance abuse issues. I don’t judge, and I start where the client is. My main focus is the client who suffers from anxiety, depression, and/or substance abuse. I enjoy working with all mental health issues. The best way to describe my style is easygoing, laid back, and with a great sense of humor. It is your hour to let it fly. I chose this career after a close family member introduced to me what he was doing as a therapist. We work together to find the best goals that will be most likely successful.
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Hello, I am Dr. Robert Barash. I'm an experienced, supportive, easy to talk to therapist with a good track record of achieving results. We all experience challenges in life. Getting a little help can make a big difference. I help clients troubled by issues such as too much stress at home, school or work, difficult relationships, breakup or divorce, low self-esteem and confidence, general and or social anxiety, mild to moderate depression, emotional injury, difficult family or friends, considering career preferences, seeking to make life more rewarding, and lifestyle planning for, and adjustment to, retirement.
Hello, I am Dr. Robert Barash. I'm an experienced, supportive, easy to talk to therapist with a good track record of achieving results. We all experience challenges in life. Getting a little help can make a big difference. I help clients troubled by issues such as too much stress at home, school or work, difficult relationships, breakup or divorce, low self-esteem and confidence, general and or social anxiety, mild to moderate depression, emotional injury, difficult family or friends, considering career preferences, seeking to make life more rewarding, and lifestyle planning for, and adjustment to, retirement.
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Shannon Stewart Rocker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13215 (Online Only)
In my career, I have worked with people from all walks of life: at risk youth, young adults navigating the responsibilities and transition to adulthood, those involved in the criminal justice system, couples, trauma survivors, and adults struggling through significant life change.
As a clinical psychologist, my passion is to help people on their journey to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. I understand and appreciate that reaching out for help is not easy. My aim is to work collaboratively with you to improve your relationships, develop healthier connections with the important people in your life, and feel more confident about your decisions moving toward an improved quality of life. Using a strength based and holistic approach, we will work together to develop a plan to best support your growth.
In my career, I have worked with people from all walks of life: at risk youth, young adults navigating the responsibilities and transition to adulthood, those involved in the criminal justice system, couples, trauma survivors, and adults struggling through significant life change.
As a clinical psychologist, my passion is to help people on their journey to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. I understand and appreciate that reaching out for help is not easy. My aim is to work collaboratively with you to improve your relationships, develop healthier connections with the important people in your life, and feel more confident about your decisions moving toward an improved quality of life. Using a strength based and holistic approach, we will work together to develop a plan to best support your growth.
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Robinson & Robinson Therapy - Tony Robinson
MS Ed
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13201 (Online Only)
I am NYS certified with a masters degree in school counseling and possess over 21 years of experience in mentoring, career/life coaching, and couples counseling.
Are you feeling lonely? Isolated? Like you have no one to talk to? Are you anxious about the future? Unsure of what will happen next? Are you looking for a safe and comfortable place to vent? Fully express yourself, problem solve and find encouragement? Are you wanting to reach your goals, live up to your full potential, and finally achieve success? Do you want to feel fulfilled, healthy, joyful, and content? Hope is not lost. You can start new and rebuild. You can learn, grow, and strive to be your best self. I have the tools that you need to take action and live your best life.
I am NYS certified with a masters degree in school counseling and possess over 21 years of experience in mentoring, career/life coaching, and couples counseling.
Are you feeling lonely? Isolated? Like you have no one to talk to? Are you anxious about the future? Unsure of what will happen next? Are you looking for a safe and comfortable place to vent? Fully express yourself, problem solve and find encouragement? Are you wanting to reach your goals, live up to your full potential, and finally achieve success? Do you want to feel fulfilled, healthy, joyful, and content? Hope is not lost. You can start new and rebuild. You can learn, grow, and strive to be your best self. I have the tools that you need to take action and live your best life.
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Aspire Counseling and Coaching by Mary Testa, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC, MS, Ed, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13201
I believe that everyone can benefit from personal growth.
I can connect with anyone of any race, socioeconomic status, religion or sexual orientation.
I work with healthy individuals with life challenges as well as those suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems and parenting issues.
I am adept at working with PTSD and Sexual Abuse Survivors.
I love working with High School students, College age and beyond. I can assist you with your career and life direction. I am easy to connect with as I am not only approachable, and you will find me casual and laid back in a comfortable, non-intimidating environment.
I believe that everyone can benefit from personal growth.
I can connect with anyone of any race, socioeconomic status, religion or sexual orientation.
I work with healthy individuals with life challenges as well as those suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems and parenting issues.
I am adept at working with PTSD and Sexual Abuse Survivors.
I love working with High School students, College age and beyond. I can assist you with your career and life direction. I am easy to connect with as I am not only approachable, and you will find me casual and laid back in a comfortable, non-intimidating environment.
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I am passionate about serving college students and adults who present with stress, anxiety, worry, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, life transitions, grief and loss, perfectionism, and career and academic issues (e.
I recognize the courage it takes to seek therapy where you can bring your truth, examine your readiness to make changes, and explore your hopes and wishes for your future. Moreover, it can feel challenging finding a therapist who feels like a good match to engage in this important work. I am interested in learning what brings you to therapy and where you may be feeling "stuck" in your life. I offer a warm, compassionate space for you to feel seen, heard, and understood. I strive to empower you to consider ways to live authentically, congruent with your values and goals.
I am passionate about serving college students and adults who present with stress, anxiety, worry, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, life transitions, grief and loss, perfectionism, and career and academic issues (e.
I recognize the courage it takes to seek therapy where you can bring your truth, examine your readiness to make changes, and explore your hopes and wishes for your future. Moreover, it can feel challenging finding a therapist who feels like a good match to engage in this important work. I am interested in learning what brings you to therapy and where you may be feeling "stuck" in your life. I offer a warm, compassionate space for you to feel seen, heard, and understood. I strive to empower you to consider ways to live authentically, congruent with your values and goals.
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One of the best decisions you can make is to reach out and ask for help. I am that hand you can grasp for compassionate care and direction as you gain a better understanding of yourself. Anxiety and depression can make you feel alone and helpless. They are not easy mental health disorders to navigate without help. You are not alone. I am here with you along your journey as you become better aware of how you can take control and overcome the struggles you may have with panic attacks, sadness, and mood disorders. I am ready to listen and help you regain control of your life.
One of the best decisions you can make is to reach out and ask for help. I am that hand you can grasp for compassionate care and direction as you gain a better understanding of yourself. Anxiety and depression can make you feel alone and helpless. They are not easy mental health disorders to navigate without help. You are not alone. I am here with you along your journey as you become better aware of how you can take control and overcome the struggles you may have with panic attacks, sadness, and mood disorders. I am ready to listen and help you regain control of your life.
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Kristen Ruscitto Donato
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13220 (Online Only)
As a licensed mental health counselor I like to look at the whole picture. I believe in mind, body and soul being in balance. Come as you are and be accepted in a genuine space.
As a licensed mental health counselor I like to look at the whole picture. I believe in mind, body and soul being in balance. Come as you are and be accepted in a genuine space.
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My name is Dezarie (Dez) Moskal. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (Ph.D.) who values helping my clients live their best lives. Sometimes life deals us a tough hand, and although you have the skills to have made it this far, we can work together to help you not just "live" but excel in the life you want to live. I have worked with a diverse range of adult clients, including those experiencing depression, anxiety, chronic pain, life transitions, PTSD, ADHD, and alcohol and substance use. I have 10 years of experience working with Veterans. I have also worked with college students and people who identify as BIPOC and LGBTQ+.
My name is Dezarie (Dez) Moskal. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (Ph.D.) who values helping my clients live their best lives. Sometimes life deals us a tough hand, and although you have the skills to have made it this far, we can work together to help you not just "live" but excel in the life you want to live. I have worked with a diverse range of adult clients, including those experiencing depression, anxiety, chronic pain, life transitions, PTSD, ADHD, and alcohol and substance use. I have 10 years of experience working with Veterans. I have also worked with college students and people who identify as BIPOC and LGBTQ+.
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Imagine that a miracle happens overnight. When you wake up, you are living as your ideal self. What is the first thing you and others will notice about you? What role will you play in creating your miracle cure? How can we work together to make this your reality? Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is the first step. Whether you want to decrease isolation, increase connections with friends & family, or help to find the right solution, I am here. My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to stuck to create room for growth and healing.
Imagine that a miracle happens overnight. When you wake up, you are living as your ideal self. What is the first thing you and others will notice about you? What role will you play in creating your miracle cure? How can we work together to make this your reality? Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is the first step. Whether you want to decrease isolation, increase connections with friends & family, or help to find the right solution, I am here. My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to stuck to create room for growth and healing.
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Do you struggle with chronic pain or illness and feel as though it's stopping you from living the life you want? Are you facing a major transition, stressor or anxiety? Hi, I'm Ellen and I'm glad you've found me! As a member of the disabled community, I understand the challenges that can arise when we don't feel heard or understood. I also have experienced how rewarding finding the right therapist to help me tackle these challenges could be. I'm here to listen and help you overcome barriers, no matter the problem. We will work together to develop a plan with skills-training and achievable goals that help you flourish.
Do you struggle with chronic pain or illness and feel as though it's stopping you from living the life you want? Are you facing a major transition, stressor or anxiety? Hi, I'm Ellen and I'm glad you've found me! As a member of the disabled community, I understand the challenges that can arise when we don't feel heard or understood. I also have experienced how rewarding finding the right therapist to help me tackle these challenges could be. I'm here to listen and help you overcome barriers, no matter the problem. We will work together to develop a plan with skills-training and achievable goals that help you flourish.
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Your heart starts racing, hands get sweaty, vision gets blurry, and there’s an elephant sitting on your chest. Maybe this started out of nowhere. Maybe you know what started this panic and this sense of doom. Either way, I’m here to sit beside you while you figure all this out. It’s no picnic to be stuck between a rock and a hard place, making difficult choices that feel impossible. Becoming an adult can be very exciting and very scary at the same time. Even when you think you’ve reached the summit of adulthood, you realize that life still has wild surprises and hard losses. The “adulting” never stops!
Your heart starts racing, hands get sweaty, vision gets blurry, and there’s an elephant sitting on your chest. Maybe this started out of nowhere. Maybe you know what started this panic and this sense of doom. Either way, I’m here to sit beside you while you figure all this out. It’s no picnic to be stuck between a rock and a hard place, making difficult choices that feel impossible. Becoming an adult can be very exciting and very scary at the same time. Even when you think you’ve reached the summit of adulthood, you realize that life still has wild surprises and hard losses. The “adulting” never stops!
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Diandra Morse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13203 (Online Only)
Hi there! I'm Diandra, a bilingual (Spanish/English) psychodynamic psychotherapist who blends cognitive behavioral therapy with narrative and solution-focused therapy in my practice. In our work together, I prioritize relationship building as I believe the more my clients feel comfortable, safe and heard in our conversations the more effective our work will be.
Hi there! I'm Diandra, a bilingual (Spanish/English) psychodynamic psychotherapist who blends cognitive behavioral therapy with narrative and solution-focused therapy in my practice. In our work together, I prioritize relationship building as I believe the more my clients feel comfortable, safe and heard in our conversations the more effective our work will be.
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T. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13212 (Online Only)
Accepting Clients! My goal is to support you by providing a safe, accepting environment for self-exploration. Through a relational and trauma-informed approach, I am committed to affirming the experiences and journeys of everyone I work with by providing the spaces necessary to work towards positive change. I specialize in work focused on gender identity, sexual orientation, and identity intersections. My practice is driven by the belief that no one should ever feel “less than" because of their gender identity/expression, sexuality, or any other attribute of their personhood.
Accepting Clients! My goal is to support you by providing a safe, accepting environment for self-exploration. Through a relational and trauma-informed approach, I am committed to affirming the experiences and journeys of everyone I work with by providing the spaces necessary to work towards positive change. I specialize in work focused on gender identity, sexual orientation, and identity intersections. My practice is driven by the belief that no one should ever feel “less than" because of their gender identity/expression, sexuality, or any other attribute of their personhood.
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Wenling Riehle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13204 (Online Only)
Welcome to Maitri Flow Counseling! I believe everyone deserves and desires Maitri, or loving kindness, in their lives. My goal is to help you discover and nurture this sense of loving kindness and self-acceptance within yourself through our collaborative counseling journey. Maitri involves embracing each moment as it unfolds, allowing our experiences to be exactly as they are. Life, much like a river, can sometimes be turbulent. Together, we will learn to navigate these currents without resistance. Using mindfulness and purpose, we will work towards shaping who you want to become and where you wish to go.
Welcome to Maitri Flow Counseling! I believe everyone deserves and desires Maitri, or loving kindness, in their lives. My goal is to help you discover and nurture this sense of loving kindness and self-acceptance within yourself through our collaborative counseling journey. Maitri involves embracing each moment as it unfolds, allowing our experiences to be exactly as they are. Life, much like a river, can sometimes be turbulent. Together, we will learn to navigate these currents without resistance. Using mindfulness and purpose, we will work towards shaping who you want to become and where you wish to go.
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With Heart With Soul Therapy LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13202
Waitlist for new clients
You are worthy of healing, joy, and a life lived authentically. In our sessions, you will find a guiding hand and a compassionate heart ready to walk alongside you as you navigate the complexities of your inner and outer worlds. If the pressures of perfectionism leave you feeling exhausted, or the weight of others' expectations feels burdensome, let's explore the path of authentic living. In our therapeutic space, you're invited to shed the armor of people-pleasing or codependency and discover the strength within to set boundaries and prioritize your own well-being. Ready to embrace vulnerability, express your truth, and heal?
You are worthy of healing, joy, and a life lived authentically. In our sessions, you will find a guiding hand and a compassionate heart ready to walk alongside you as you navigate the complexities of your inner and outer worlds. If the pressures of perfectionism leave you feeling exhausted, or the weight of others' expectations feels burdensome, let's explore the path of authentic living. In our therapeutic space, you're invited to shed the armor of people-pleasing or codependency and discover the strength within to set boundaries and prioritize your own well-being. Ready to embrace vulnerability, express your truth, and heal?
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Welcome to my counseling site called Christian Based Counseling Services. As a Christian and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, it is my intent to use clinical and spiritual beliefs, attitudes and practices to support, encourage, as well as strengthen the client through a caring, professional relationship. As part of our ongoing therapeutic work and discovery, it is my goal to guide the client in identifying unhealthy and dysfunctional beliefs, attitudes and behaviors and be transformed with healthy, realistic and spiritually based truths which will enable you to grow individually and within your relationships with others.
Welcome to my counseling site called Christian Based Counseling Services. As a Christian and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, it is my intent to use clinical and spiritual beliefs, attitudes and practices to support, encourage, as well as strengthen the client through a caring, professional relationship. As part of our ongoing therapeutic work and discovery, it is my goal to guide the client in identifying unhealthy and dysfunctional beliefs, attitudes and behaviors and be transformed with healthy, realistic and spiritually based truths which will enable you to grow individually and within your relationships with others.
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Being a First Generation of Immigrant parents, I remember struggling to understand the complexity of my identities and the intersectionalities. I remember wishing and wanting someone who could understand what it was like navigating multiple identities, being multiracial and multicultural. My practice is meant to offer support and space to help those explore their identities and learn to embrace and love all the parts of themselves. This is integrative with exploring internal identities and exploring ways of practicing self-love in a collaborative and culturally responsive space.
Being a First Generation of Immigrant parents, I remember struggling to understand the complexity of my identities and the intersectionalities. I remember wishing and wanting someone who could understand what it was like navigating multiple identities, being multiracial and multicultural. My practice is meant to offer support and space to help those explore their identities and learn to embrace and love all the parts of themselves. This is integrative with exploring internal identities and exploring ways of practicing self-love in a collaborative and culturally responsive space.
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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.