Career Counseling Therapists in Milford, OH
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Cindy Chizewick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LICSW, LICDC, MSW, GAMBp
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150
The face of someone who looks for support-looks like mine. Sometimes it's struggling with anxiety or depression. Maybe diabetes and the toll the healthy management takes on your life. It could also look like a teen or young adult feeling stuck with so many opportunities in the world. It could look like someone who has lost their job or home and turned to Alcohol or gambling to ease the pain. Or someone who just can't shake things they may or may not label as TRAUMA in their lives. More important than any of these situations, is the question: How do we regain CONTROL over Happiness and OUR own lives?
The face of someone who looks for support-looks like mine. Sometimes it's struggling with anxiety or depression. Maybe diabetes and the toll the healthy management takes on your life. It could also look like a teen or young adult feeling stuck with so many opportunities in the world. It could look like someone who has lost their job or home and turned to Alcohol or gambling to ease the pain. Or someone who just can't shake things they may or may not label as TRAUMA in their lives. More important than any of these situations, is the question: How do we regain CONTROL over Happiness and OUR own lives?
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ClearView provides individual, couple, family, and group counseling to children, adolescents and adults. We serve those struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, loss and other life transitions, sexual and other trauma, relationship difficulties, school performance, school attendance, school behavior, and career uncertainty, among other occurrences and situations. ClearView has offices in Fairfield and Milford. To make an appointment, please call (513) 860-1100.
ClearView provides individual, couple, family, and group counseling to children, adolescents and adults. We serve those struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, loss and other life transitions, sexual and other trauma, relationship difficulties, school performance, school attendance, school behavior, and career uncertainty, among other occurrences and situations. ClearView has offices in Fairfield and Milford. To make an appointment, please call (513) 860-1100.
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Patricia L McConnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MA, SLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milford, OH 45150
I’m a licensed professional counselor, but my former career was as a speech pathologist.
Accepting new clients! It's easy to feel overwhelmed these days. You want to try to find peace in your life and sometimes it's hard to figure out just how to do that. That's where I come in. Whether it's anxiety, depression, relationship issues, wondering if you may have autism or trying to navigate through life, I can help you to create a path forward that makes sense for you. Come sit with me, breathe out and let's talk about it.
I’m a licensed professional counselor, but my former career was as a speech pathologist.
Accepting new clients! It's easy to feel overwhelmed these days. You want to try to find peace in your life and sometimes it's hard to figure out just how to do that. That's where I come in. Whether it's anxiety, depression, relationship issues, wondering if you may have autism or trying to navigate through life, I can help you to create a path forward that makes sense for you. Come sit with me, breathe out and let's talk about it.
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Ever find yourself feeling like life's a bit like a puzzle but none of the pieces even fit? I'm ready to work alongside you, the client, as you navigate life’s tricky puzzle. I cultivate a unique and authentic space where you will feel accepted, completely free of judgment. Together, we’ll create positive, sustainable changes in your life that you feel excited about. I want to empower you to take charge and know that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel no matter how dim it may look right now.
Ever find yourself feeling like life's a bit like a puzzle but none of the pieces even fit? I'm ready to work alongside you, the client, as you navigate life’s tricky puzzle. I cultivate a unique and authentic space where you will feel accepted, completely free of judgment. Together, we’ll create positive, sustainable changes in your life that you feel excited about. I want to empower you to take charge and know that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel no matter how dim it may look right now.
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Katie Christy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150
I understand counseling can feel like an intimidating process and recognize how extremely valuable it is to connect with the right professional. It is my goal during your treatment to bring as much comfort and healing to you as possible while ensuring during the initial stage of treatment that I am the best person to walk alongside you. Though I have experience working with a variety of populations, my focus and specialization is working with young adults.
I understand counseling can feel like an intimidating process and recognize how extremely valuable it is to connect with the right professional. It is my goal during your treatment to bring as much comfort and healing to you as possible while ensuring during the initial stage of treatment that I am the best person to walk alongside you. Though I have experience working with a variety of populations, my focus and specialization is working with young adults.
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Hello! I'm so glad you landed here. It can feel scary and uncertain reaching out for help. Healing is a process and it takes times. It is a gift and honor to link arms with you on your healing journey. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma (relational, physical, sexual, emotional) and grief. I help individuals who desire to heal their wounded parts, confidently identify and show up as their true authentic selves in the world and who want to feel empowered while navigating difficult life transitions.
Hello! I'm so glad you landed here. It can feel scary and uncertain reaching out for help. Healing is a process and it takes times. It is a gift and honor to link arms with you on your healing journey. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma (relational, physical, sexual, emotional) and grief. I help individuals who desire to heal their wounded parts, confidently identify and show up as their true authentic selves in the world and who want to feel empowered while navigating difficult life transitions.
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Are you a young adult woman experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and even trauma? Self-discovery and creating/finding identity are goals I work best with. In my most recent job, I have found that domestic violence survivors and women who experience issues specific to being a woman have piqued my interest. As a therapist, the most rewarding thing is to guide women toward embracing themselves for who they are, heal past wounds, and empower them to live fully and authentically. I believe I have been given a purpose in this world to serve others, and that's what I was created to do.
Are you a young adult woman experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and even trauma? Self-discovery and creating/finding identity are goals I work best with. In my most recent job, I have found that domestic violence survivors and women who experience issues specific to being a woman have piqued my interest. As a therapist, the most rewarding thing is to guide women toward embracing themselves for who they are, heal past wounds, and empower them to live fully and authentically. I believe I have been given a purpose in this world to serve others, and that's what I was created to do.
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Becoming More Counseling, Coaching, & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LPC
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45243
and Supervision, and my dissertation was on The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence with Job Satisfaction and Organizational Leadership.
Virtual only! I live in TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
and Supervision, and my dissertation was on The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence with Job Satisfaction and Organizational Leadership.
Virtual only! I live in TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
![Photo of Kande Koogle Milano, MA, LPC, TRCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ac3db55-6e5e-4533-8d9a-cc8b3e836316/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kande Koogle Milano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TRCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mason, OH 45040
Maybe you feel stuck in a pattern, relationship, or job that leaves you wanting more. Perhaps you are significantly struggling and not sure what's next or how to hope again. By reaching out for a new perspective, insight, or tools for transformational growth, you're already moving in the right direction! The clients who tend to appreciate my approach ultimately want to be empowered to live more authentically. That typically requires honoring your experiences, trauma, life stressors, season of development, interpersonal dynamics, and overall health (mind, body, spirit). Your story is unique to you. Your therapy should be too.
Maybe you feel stuck in a pattern, relationship, or job that leaves you wanting more. Perhaps you are significantly struggling and not sure what's next or how to hope again. By reaching out for a new perspective, insight, or tools for transformational growth, you're already moving in the right direction! The clients who tend to appreciate my approach ultimately want to be empowered to live more authentically. That typically requires honoring your experiences, trauma, life stressors, season of development, interpersonal dynamics, and overall health (mind, body, spirit). Your story is unique to you. Your therapy should be too.
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Christina Coletta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45242
My focus is helping clients with depression, anxiety disorders, relationship issues, life transitions and grief/loss. I rely on collaboration and evidence-based interventions to assist adults, teens and couples in navigating their personal journeys forward while also sometimes processing the past that brought them to this point. I believe that within each of us is a library of "knowing." My job is to help clients access that authentic part of themselves, providing a "library card" of sorts, so that they can make decisions and life choices that align with their values and support their goals and hopes for the future.
My focus is helping clients with depression, anxiety disorders, relationship issues, life transitions and grief/loss. I rely on collaboration and evidence-based interventions to assist adults, teens and couples in navigating their personal journeys forward while also sometimes processing the past that brought them to this point. I believe that within each of us is a library of "knowing." My job is to help clients access that authentic part of themselves, providing a "library card" of sorts, so that they can make decisions and life choices that align with their values and support their goals and hopes for the future.
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Blake Huelsman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, DARTT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45249
I work with individuals (adolescents and adult). I am experienced in working with a broad range of clients. I have spent the last 4 years heavily focusing on helping those with TRAUMATIC STRESS related to family of origin as well as the disease of ADDICTION. In our time together I want to help you work through challenges. Whether it be depression, anxiety, relationships, or even career counseling. I want to help you recover your life!
I work with individuals (adolescents and adult). I am experienced in working with a broad range of clients. I have spent the last 4 years heavily focusing on helping those with TRAUMATIC STRESS related to family of origin as well as the disease of ADDICTION. In our time together I want to help you work through challenges. Whether it be depression, anxiety, relationships, or even career counseling. I want to help you recover your life!
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Specialties: Assessment (LD's/AD/HD), Behavioral disorders, Emotional Disorders Children/Adolescents; Developmental Disorders;Marriage/Family; Life/Career Coaching for Professionals; Chronic Illness.
Life can present us with difficulties and events that challenge our well-being and impact our ability to manage our life circumstances. There are times when we need guidance, support or assistance with processing these events, our thoughts and feelings, or help with making difficult life decisions. I provide counseling and therapy with a warm, caring and empathic approach. I highly value patient confidentiality, trust, understanding, and recovery. I believe that it is -in -and through the strong working relationship that develops between the client and the counselor that the healing of issues is achieved and the clients' goals are mastered.
Specialties: Assessment (LD's/AD/HD), Behavioral disorders, Emotional Disorders Children/Adolescents; Developmental Disorders;Marriage/Family; Life/Career Coaching for Professionals; Chronic Illness.
Life can present us with difficulties and events that challenge our well-being and impact our ability to manage our life circumstances. There are times when we need guidance, support or assistance with processing these events, our thoughts and feelings, or help with making difficult life decisions. I provide counseling and therapy with a warm, caring and empathic approach. I highly value patient confidentiality, trust, understanding, and recovery. I believe that it is -in -and through the strong working relationship that develops between the client and the counselor that the healing of issues is achieved and the clients' goals are mastered.
![Photo of Becca Sales, LPCC, CCTP, MEd, NCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ee8b7ed8-f1b0-470e-a6f5-7a5e7229a750/1/320x400.jpeg)
Becca Sales
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CCTP, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Accepting New Clients! My approach for counseling is primarily person centered and trauma focused. While my specialty is trauma and stress related disorders, I work with teens and adults in a variety of backgrounds, life stages and diagnoses. I am also experienced in working with individuals and families who may be experiencing a variety of issues, such as: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues and life transitions including career. My counseling style is collaborative, non-judgmental and supportive. We will use your personal strengths to help you move from a place of “stuck” to a place of hope and resilience.
Accepting New Clients! My approach for counseling is primarily person centered and trauma focused. While my specialty is trauma and stress related disorders, I work with teens and adults in a variety of backgrounds, life stages and diagnoses. I am also experienced in working with individuals and families who may be experiencing a variety of issues, such as: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues and life transitions including career. My counseling style is collaborative, non-judgmental and supportive. We will use your personal strengths to help you move from a place of “stuck” to a place of hope and resilience.
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Beau G Rootring
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Are feelings of anxiety or depression stealing your joy? Are you in a difficult life transition (new job, relocation, new baby, marriage, divorce, empty nester, retirement) or amid a major life stressor (health issue, death of a loved one, job loss)? Are your relationships struggling? Do you long for more self-confidence, a clearer sense of purpose or higher career satisfaction? I can help! I will meet you where you are and offer my support and encouragement. Together, we will build an authentic relationship and create a safe space for you to discover hope, healing and positive change. I see couples and individual adult clients.
Are feelings of anxiety or depression stealing your joy? Are you in a difficult life transition (new job, relocation, new baby, marriage, divorce, empty nester, retirement) or amid a major life stressor (health issue, death of a loved one, job loss)? Are your relationships struggling? Do you long for more self-confidence, a clearer sense of purpose or higher career satisfaction? I can help! I will meet you where you are and offer my support and encouragement. Together, we will build an authentic relationship and create a safe space for you to discover hope, healing and positive change. I see couples and individual adult clients.
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I work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, racial/ethnic cultures and situations to address a range of needs, including anxiety and depression, LGBTQ+ questions and concerns, sexual and relational challenges, and career and life planning.
Hello and welcome! It takes a lot of courage to consider getting support for a better life. I hope to be able to help. One of my goals in counseling is to facilitate growth and development through compassionate understanding and research-based solutions. I believe that authentic and productive change begins by establishing trust in the counseling relationship. This is the foundation on which I work with clients, as we talk about issues in their past, develop skills for overcoming present challenges, and create a new, more hopeful future together.
I work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, racial/ethnic cultures and situations to address a range of needs, including anxiety and depression, LGBTQ+ questions and concerns, sexual and relational challenges, and career and life planning.
Hello and welcome! It takes a lot of courage to consider getting support for a better life. I hope to be able to help. One of my goals in counseling is to facilitate growth and development through compassionate understanding and research-based solutions. I believe that authentic and productive change begins by establishing trust in the counseling relationship. This is the foundation on which I work with clients, as we talk about issues in their past, develop skills for overcoming present challenges, and create a new, more hopeful future together.
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When I meet with clients for the first time I often ask them the question "How would you know counseling was working for you?" Commonly, the client will begin to discuss a different experience they would like to have in their life. This may be in a relationship, career stressors, a life transition, loss/grief or around overwhelming emotions like anxiety, depression, loneliness, guilt, or fear. Answering this question helps us to gain clarity about what you want to experience in your life and begin the process of bringing it to fruition. My mission is to best serve your needs and help you to move toward your vision for the future.
When I meet with clients for the first time I often ask them the question "How would you know counseling was working for you?" Commonly, the client will begin to discuss a different experience they would like to have in their life. This may be in a relationship, career stressors, a life transition, loss/grief or around overwhelming emotions like anxiety, depression, loneliness, guilt, or fear. Answering this question helps us to gain clarity about what you want to experience in your life and begin the process of bringing it to fruition. My mission is to best serve your needs and help you to move toward your vision for the future.
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Claire McMahon
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Blue Ash, OH 45241 (Online Only)
We are all hooked by specific narratives. These narratives are beliefs and opinions we have about ourselves, our lives, and the world. You are here because you are ready to change yours. This may be scary - and very hard at times- but it is possible. I am here to help you clarify your goals, explore alternative perspectives, develop coping strategies, cultivate self-compassion, and facilitate growth and change. I love working with teens and adults experiencing life transitions, whether it's those characterized by career changes or sudden onset of disability symptoms.
We are all hooked by specific narratives. These narratives are beliefs and opinions we have about ourselves, our lives, and the world. You are here because you are ready to change yours. This may be scary - and very hard at times- but it is possible. I am here to help you clarify your goals, explore alternative perspectives, develop coping strategies, cultivate self-compassion, and facilitate growth and change. I love working with teens and adults experiencing life transitions, whether it's those characterized by career changes or sudden onset of disability symptoms.
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Justin Richard Parsley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Terrace Park, OH 45174 (Online Only)
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship or career issues, or if you just feel like you need someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out via phone, text, or email.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who is passionate about helping clients work through the issues they are struggling with and improve their mental health and overall well-being. I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship or career issues, or if you just feel like you need someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out via phone, text, or email.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who is passionate about helping clients work through the issues they are struggling with and improve their mental health and overall well-being. I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.
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Stephanie Renny
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45230
Life is more than the simple math equation you once thought it was. It's a bit more like the 'story problems' where details can get lost and, sometimes, it seems impossible to balance it all out. Life's big moments can be hard - even the 'exciting ones' like graduation, Thanksgiving Dinner, marriage, a new baby, and career shifts. If life is feeling like a 'trick question' right now, this could be a good time to find a supportive counselor to help you sort it all out. It's likely you have already tried to do some of this work on your own, but are ready to gain deeper understanding, acquire new skills, and explore possibilities.
Life is more than the simple math equation you once thought it was. It's a bit more like the 'story problems' where details can get lost and, sometimes, it seems impossible to balance it all out. Life's big moments can be hard - even the 'exciting ones' like graduation, Thanksgiving Dinner, marriage, a new baby, and career shifts. If life is feeling like a 'trick question' right now, this could be a good time to find a supportive counselor to help you sort it all out. It's likely you have already tried to do some of this work on your own, but are ready to gain deeper understanding, acquire new skills, and explore possibilities.
Holly Mundon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LISWS , CCTP , CDCA
Verified Verified
Blue Ash, OH 45242
Are you having struggles in your job or relationship? Have you been diagnosed with a mental illness and need coping skills as you learn to manage all that it entails? Do you need education, support, and encouragement? I work with grief/loss, trauma, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills & boundaries, relationship and job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those who are 'helping professions' and work with health professionals and first responders dealing with secondary trauma. We will work together to set goals for taking the next steps to feel better.
Are you having struggles in your job or relationship? Have you been diagnosed with a mental illness and need coping skills as you learn to manage all that it entails? Do you need education, support, and encouragement? I work with grief/loss, trauma, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills & boundaries, relationship and job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those who are 'helping professions' and work with health professionals and first responders dealing with secondary trauma. We will work together to set goals for taking the next steps to feel better.
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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.