Career Counseling Therapists in Happy Valley, OR
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You thought that you were going to have a great marriage, but so far that hasn't been working out. You hate the idea of divorce, but also hate the idea of coming home from work and having a big fight, so maybe you just avoid each other in order to keep the peace. You've perfected how to go through the motions with your friends and family, but behind closed doors, the two of you can hardly look each other in the eye. Or maybe you are struggling with a job you don't like, being too busy and stressed out all the time, or feeling stuck in a life you know should be better. You were created to live a dynamic life, and this isn't it.
You thought that you were going to have a great marriage, but so far that hasn't been working out. You hate the idea of divorce, but also hate the idea of coming home from work and having a big fight, so maybe you just avoid each other in order to keep the peace. You've perfected how to go through the motions with your friends and family, but behind closed doors, the two of you can hardly look each other in the eye. Or maybe you are struggling with a job you don't like, being too busy and stressed out all the time, or feeling stuck in a life you know should be better. You were created to live a dynamic life, and this isn't it.
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I offer life coaching as well and career coaching.
Philosophy: I believe that people can learn, grow, and transform themselves to live a healthy life, full of purpose and meaning. I believe that healthy relationships are the main attribute to a healthy, and satisfying life. My goal is to provide a positive environment that expresses empathy, safety, hope, and understanding. I employ holistic mental health therapy by integrating treatment plans that include interventions for mental health, physical well being, and spiritual balance as part of the therapeutic process for the client.
I offer life coaching as well and career coaching.
Philosophy: I believe that people can learn, grow, and transform themselves to live a healthy life, full of purpose and meaning. I believe that healthy relationships are the main attribute to a healthy, and satisfying life. My goal is to provide a positive environment that expresses empathy, safety, hope, and understanding. I employ holistic mental health therapy by integrating treatment plans that include interventions for mental health, physical well being, and spiritual balance as part of the therapeutic process for the client.
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Dawn Forrester
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Happy Valley, OR 97086 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing a life transition (divorce, empty nest, menopause, bored with your job, retirement)? Feeling stagnant in general? Do you know there is something more for you ‘out there?' Major life transitions can feel challenging and times of change can be disorienting, scary. You may be questioning whether or not you can successfully navigate the changes you are facing. Depending on your situation, you may feel helpless, hopeless, sad, and/or angry. But there is hope, you are resilient, you can do this! I believe that we all have the power within us to create positive change and transformation.
Are you experiencing a life transition (divorce, empty nest, menopause, bored with your job, retirement)? Feeling stagnant in general? Do you know there is something more for you ‘out there?' Major life transitions can feel challenging and times of change can be disorienting, scary. You may be questioning whether or not you can successfully navigate the changes you are facing. Depending on your situation, you may feel helpless, hopeless, sad, and/or angry. But there is hope, you are resilient, you can do this! I believe that we all have the power within us to create positive change and transformation.
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I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with individuals, couples and families by integrating a cognitive-behavioral and family systems approach. I provide a warm, safe, supportive environment, and my therapeutic style is respectful, collaborative and solution-focused.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with individuals, couples and families by integrating a cognitive-behavioral and family systems approach. I provide a warm, safe, supportive environment, and my therapeutic style is respectful, collaborative and solution-focused.
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Tameka Gibson - Practice Is Available For New Clients Now!
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC CRC, LADAC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Happy Valley, OR 97086 (Online Only)
Hey there! We might be a good fit . . . if you understand that life comes with challenges AND we ALL have a story! I truly enjoy introducing my clients to the universal assignment of inner work, lessons, and personal growth. Are you effectively managing your personal narrative? We often experience stagnation and victimhood when we FEEL stuck, get distracted or obsessively worry. But that's life, right? It happens from time to time. My Practice is Available For New Clients for Mental Health Therapy and Medication Management with a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner!
Hey there! We might be a good fit . . . if you understand that life comes with challenges AND we ALL have a story! I truly enjoy introducing my clients to the universal assignment of inner work, lessons, and personal growth. Are you effectively managing your personal narrative? We often experience stagnation and victimhood when we FEEL stuck, get distracted or obsessively worry. But that's life, right? It happens from time to time. My Practice is Available For New Clients for Mental Health Therapy and Medication Management with a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner!
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Saya Doucet
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, LAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Happy Valley, OR 97086
“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them”, Maya Angelou. Life is complex. Events can happen that are out of our control and it becomes difficult to navigate these storms alone. It is important to know that you are not alone. There is help and support through these storms and situations. It is okay to reach out for help. I am committed to creating the opportunity for you to have a non-judgmental, trauma-informed, inclusive & affirming space to empower your life.
“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them”, Maya Angelou. Life is complex. Events can happen that are out of our control and it becomes difficult to navigate these storms alone. It is important to know that you are not alone. There is help and support through these storms and situations. It is okay to reach out for help. I am committed to creating the opportunity for you to have a non-judgmental, trauma-informed, inclusive & affirming space to empower your life.
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Co-occurring Therapy, LLC with Samantha Lynes LPC
Counselor, LMCH, LPC
Verified Verified
Happy Valley, OR 97086 (Online Only)
My name is Samantha Lynes and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington State and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon State. My years of experience in the mental health field is over 9 years. I provide evidence-based best practices and therapies to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of each unique client in a safe and non-judgmental manner.
My name is Samantha Lynes and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington State and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon State. My years of experience in the mental health field is over 9 years. I provide evidence-based best practices and therapies to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of each unique client in a safe and non-judgmental manner.
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Welcome! My name is Eileen and I am a biracial clinician of Chamorro (Pacific Islander) and Mexican descent. It is my mission to provide specialized treatment for children, youth, & adults in areas of mental health recovery (depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and complex trauma), racial identity, women’s wellness, body image issues, complex trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, intercultural relationships, life transitions, ancestral/intergenerational trauma, and somatic therapy. I am committed as an ally to human rights and the issues of social/racial justice, equity, and equality for all.
Welcome! My name is Eileen and I am a biracial clinician of Chamorro (Pacific Islander) and Mexican descent. It is my mission to provide specialized treatment for children, youth, & adults in areas of mental health recovery (depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and complex trauma), racial identity, women’s wellness, body image issues, complex trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, intercultural relationships, life transitions, ancestral/intergenerational trauma, and somatic therapy. I am committed as an ally to human rights and the issues of social/racial justice, equity, and equality for all.
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Jeanette Miller
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Happy Valley, OR 97086
You might be feeling overwhelmed by life, it could be you are going through a major life transition and experiencing heightened levels of anxiety. You may have experienced a loss and are experiencing difficult emotions connected to grief that you don't know what to do with. You might have tried so many ways to cope and have found yourself stuck and needing a way to move forward and process these difficult experiences in order to regain hope and find healing and change.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by life, it could be you are going through a major life transition and experiencing heightened levels of anxiety. You may have experienced a loss and are experiencing difficult emotions connected to grief that you don't know what to do with. You might have tried so many ways to cope and have found yourself stuck and needing a way to move forward and process these difficult experiences in order to regain hope and find healing and change.
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Mai Bao Xiong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Happy Valley, OR 97086 (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed with navigating pressures from family, culture and society? Is it hard to find someone who can understand the intersections of your identity and life experiences? My BIPOC clients often tell me about the emotional fatigue of trying to find a provider who can understand their complex narratives. They want tools that respect their heritage and cultural wisdom. If you see yourself in any of these struggles, I invite you to schedule a free consultation with me to reclaim and rewrite your story.
Are you overwhelmed with navigating pressures from family, culture and society? Is it hard to find someone who can understand the intersections of your identity and life experiences? My BIPOC clients often tell me about the emotional fatigue of trying to find a provider who can understand their complex narratives. They want tools that respect their heritage and cultural wisdom. If you see yourself in any of these struggles, I invite you to schedule a free consultation with me to reclaim and rewrite your story.
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Christa Green
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSWA, MSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Happy Valley, OR 97086
Not accepting new clients
I believe that therapy begins with hope. This means that change is possible and you are not stuck. I desire to both help you maintain hope and support the change process. I believe that you are capable, resilient, and worthy. This means that I operate from a strengths-based and solution-focused perspective. While it is helpful to determine the true challenge, we often tend to fixate on problems that we lose sight of the strengths and possible solutions that can help us navigate trials life brings. This also means that I desire to understand and connect with you in a way that helps you see yourself as capable and worthy.
I believe that therapy begins with hope. This means that change is possible and you are not stuck. I desire to both help you maintain hope and support the change process. I believe that you are capable, resilient, and worthy. This means that I operate from a strengths-based and solution-focused perspective. While it is helpful to determine the true challenge, we often tend to fixate on problems that we lose sight of the strengths and possible solutions that can help us navigate trials life brings. This also means that I desire to understand and connect with you in a way that helps you see yourself as capable and worthy.
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Physician-Specialized Therapeutic Services
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97086 (Online Only)
I work w/early career to seasoned physicians around burnout, to reclaim lost parts of themselves, anxiety, depression, grief & PTSD.
Seen as pillars of society, as a physician you may feel you have no one to turn to right now. The pre-pandemic statistics are especially upsetting: 29% of resident physicians experienced depression; 16% of emergency physicians met the criteria for a post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosis, & doctors have a higher risk of death by suicide compared to other professions. We stand to lose 1 doctor a day to suicide. The pandemic has been especially challenging for physicians, their families, & the medical community in general: doctors are experiencing burnout from new challenges they are encountering. Burnout is not a ride of passage.
I work w/early career to seasoned physicians around burnout, to reclaim lost parts of themselves, anxiety, depression, grief & PTSD.
Seen as pillars of society, as a physician you may feel you have no one to turn to right now. The pre-pandemic statistics are especially upsetting: 29% of resident physicians experienced depression; 16% of emergency physicians met the criteria for a post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosis, & doctors have a higher risk of death by suicide compared to other professions. We stand to lose 1 doctor a day to suicide. The pandemic has been especially challenging for physicians, their families, & the medical community in general: doctors are experiencing burnout from new challenges they are encountering. Burnout is not a ride of passage.
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**Waitlist** Living authentically can be scary, rather intimidating. With support of a therapist, individuals can learn to accept, even embrace, the vulnerability that the process towards authenticity requires. Within a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can explore personal beliefs and develop their identity. Many individuals struggle with processing life events but it doesn't have to be done alone or involve constant suffering. Life events can be difficult, even "positive" ones such as the birth of a child; postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety are real and it doesn't have to ruin your experience as a parent!
**Waitlist** Living authentically can be scary, rather intimidating. With support of a therapist, individuals can learn to accept, even embrace, the vulnerability that the process towards authenticity requires. Within a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can explore personal beliefs and develop their identity. Many individuals struggle with processing life events but it doesn't have to be done alone or involve constant suffering. Life events can be difficult, even "positive" ones such as the birth of a child; postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety are real and it doesn't have to ruin your experience as a parent!
![Photo of Valentina Pishchanskaya-Cayanan, MS, LMFT, CIMHP, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11dd729c-afbc-44da-a4d9-0843738915e4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Valentina Pishchanskaya-Cayanan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clackamas, OR 97015 (Online Only)
As your individual therapist, I partner with you as you work through the challenges that may be impacting your life such as trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, family conflict, cultural/ethnic identity and stage of life issues. Together we will explore all aspects of wellness and work through the things that are getting in the way of you building the life you want.
As your individual therapist, I partner with you as you work through the challenges that may be impacting your life such as trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, family conflict, cultural/ethnic identity and stage of life issues. Together we will explore all aspects of wellness and work through the things that are getting in the way of you building the life you want.
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Isael Vanegas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Clackamas, OR 97015 (Online Only)
Life is full of challenges and obstacles that we often feel we are unable to overcome. My goal is to help you discover your inner strength and motivation to keep moving forward, even when it feels too painful. I find that building strong relationships with others helps keep us emotionally regulated and feeling connected. I place heavy importance on building a strong therapeutic relationship during our initial sessions. This will help create a compassionate, safe, and growth-fostering environment where progress is inevitable.
Life is full of challenges and obstacles that we often feel we are unable to overcome. My goal is to help you discover your inner strength and motivation to keep moving forward, even when it feels too painful. I find that building strong relationships with others helps keep us emotionally regulated and feeling connected. I place heavy importance on building a strong therapeutic relationship during our initial sessions. This will help create a compassionate, safe, and growth-fostering environment where progress is inevitable.
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Heather Mangold
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Clackamas, OR 97015 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a safe space to discuss your mental health? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. My style is warm, patient, and engaging while taking my client's lead. Connection and trust are huge in our work together.
Are you looking for a safe space to discuss your mental health? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. My style is warm, patient, and engaging while taking my client's lead. Connection and trust are huge in our work together.
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Heather Mangold
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Clackamas, OR 97015 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a safe space to discuss your mental health? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. My style is warm, patient, and engaging while taking my client's lead. Connection and trust are huge in our work together.
Are you looking for a safe space to discuss your mental health? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. My style is warm, patient, and engaging while taking my client's lead. Connection and trust are huge in our work together.
![Photo of Heather Mangold, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d1a84339-f207-4938-93e7-16c54a1bf309/1/320x400.jpeg)
Heather Mangold
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Clackamas, OR 97015 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a safe space to discuss your mental health? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. My style is warm, patient, and engaging while taking my client's lead. Connection and trust are huge in our work together.
Are you looking for a safe space to discuss your mental health? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. My style is warm, patient, and engaging while taking my client's lead. Connection and trust are huge in our work together.
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Everyone has unique needs when it comes to counseling. Some people are experiencing overwhelming emotions, some people feel numb and many are seeking a theraputic space to process whatever life throws at them. My goal is to foster your autonomy in choosing what is and is not helpful in pursuit of your needs and goals.
Everyone has unique needs when it comes to counseling. Some people are experiencing overwhelming emotions, some people feel numb and many are seeking a theraputic space to process whatever life throws at them. My goal is to foster your autonomy in choosing what is and is not helpful in pursuit of your needs and goals.
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Bobby Merwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADCIII, CGAC II, Author
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97266
Studies show women attend counseling nearly 2-1 vs men. That said men, understandably, have cultivated a natural and valid discomfort for talking out issues, with the legitimate fear of being harshly judged or truly not heard. Well, I’d like to help men who find counseling uncomfortable. Suicide is the 11th overall cause of death in America. MIDDLE-AGE men have the HIGHEST rate of suicide making up nearly 70% of those total numbers. I’m here to help those men that want to find help, and need to truly be heard. As far as my approach, I’m a combination of holistic and realistic. Women are welcome as well, Im equal opportunity!
Studies show women attend counseling nearly 2-1 vs men. That said men, understandably, have cultivated a natural and valid discomfort for talking out issues, with the legitimate fear of being harshly judged or truly not heard. Well, I’d like to help men who find counseling uncomfortable. Suicide is the 11th overall cause of death in America. MIDDLE-AGE men have the HIGHEST rate of suicide making up nearly 70% of those total numbers. I’m here to help those men that want to find help, and need to truly be heard. As far as my approach, I’m a combination of holistic and realistic. Women are welcome as well, Im equal opportunity!
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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.