Career Counseling Therapists in Sandy, OR

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Code 4 Counseling PDX LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Sandy, OR 97055
I have worked with people for over 30 years in: Emergency Services, At-Risk Teens, Victims of Crime, Career Changes, and with survivors of grief.
The therapeutic experience should encourage one to live a more satisfying and meaningful life. Everyone has a unique journey through this world and the sum of the experiences along the way (good or bad) make us as individual. Sometimes we get lost, hit bumps, or even get overcome with a tidal wave of things that we need help getting back on our path or creating a new one.
I have worked with people for over 30 years in: Emergency Services, At-Risk Teens, Victims of Crime, Career Changes, and with survivors of grief.
The therapeutic experience should encourage one to live a more satisfying and meaningful life. Everyone has a unique journey through this world and the sum of the experiences along the way (good or bad) make us as individual. Sometimes we get lost, hit bumps, or even get overcome with a tidal wave of things that we need help getting back on our path or creating a new one.
(971) 256-6210 View (971) 256-6210
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Dr. Greg Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sandy, OR 97055  (Online Only)
I am a proud professional counselor. In the last ten years of my career I have worked with university students and individuals with severe persistent mental illness. I was drawn to working in higher education because university students are often times ready to change and dive into working on growing as people and developing new patterns of behavior. I enjoy helping anyone willing to take a few moments to try an experiment with their thoughts, or try something new. It may be a bit anxiety provoking at times but it helps us all to grow and change. I aspire to be an expert in helping clients find relief from their issues.
I am a proud professional counselor. In the last ten years of my career I have worked with university students and individuals with severe persistent mental illness. I was drawn to working in higher education because university students are often times ready to change and dive into working on growing as people and developing new patterns of behavior. I enjoy helping anyone willing to take a few moments to try an experiment with their thoughts, or try something new. It may be a bit anxiety provoking at times but it helps us all to grow and change. I aspire to be an expert in helping clients find relief from their issues.
(360) 873-5622 View (360) 873-5622
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Sandra Caroompas Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LLC
Verified Verified
Sandy, OR 97055  (Online Only)
Life is a journey! Do you feel overwhelmed, distressed, disconnected or lost, is your life hard to navigate. I believe that compassionate, reflective therapy can help restore vitality and renew hope. Individuals, couples, children/families, experience emotional struggles and challenging behaviors because of the impact of a variety of past and present variables, not because of weakness. Symptoms/Behaviors are simply indicators of need, and actually illuminate innate strength that guides healing. I'mabout collaborating with you to build strengths, explore barriers to enjoyment of life, and create a joyful resilience.
Life is a journey! Do you feel overwhelmed, distressed, disconnected or lost, is your life hard to navigate. I believe that compassionate, reflective therapy can help restore vitality and renew hope. Individuals, couples, children/families, experience emotional struggles and challenging behaviors because of the impact of a variety of past and present variables, not because of weakness. Symptoms/Behaviors are simply indicators of need, and actually illuminate innate strength that guides healing. I'mabout collaborating with you to build strengths, explore barriers to enjoyment of life, and create a joyful resilience.
(541) 216-6743 View (541) 216-6743
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Kelly Jo Salusova- Accepting New Clients Now!
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sandy, OR 97055  (Online Only)
Our therapist-client relationship is one that relies on our shared wisdom. You are the expert in the subject area of you, while I bring over 20 years of therapeutic knowledge and experience. I have worked with individuals and families across the lifespan including: teens, adults, and seniors. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches and interventions. I hold a Masters Degree in Counseling and am an LPC and LMHC. I am accepting Oregon Health Plan members who work with Columbia County CCO and Care Oregon Healthshare CCO.
Our therapist-client relationship is one that relies on our shared wisdom. You are the expert in the subject area of you, while I bring over 20 years of therapeutic knowledge and experience. I have worked with individuals and families across the lifespan including: teens, adults, and seniors. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches and interventions. I hold a Masters Degree in Counseling and am an LPC and LMHC. I am accepting Oregon Health Plan members who work with Columbia County CCO and Care Oregon Healthshare CCO.
(503) 506-4657 View (503) 506-4657
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Jeanette Miller
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sandy, OR 97055
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.
(503) 739-9352 View (503) 739-9352

More Therapists Nearby

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Valerie M. Calhoun
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PCA
Verified Verified
Estacada, OR 97023
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.
(503) 461-7045 View (503) 461-7045

Online Therapists

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Chien-Chun Lin
LPC Intern, PhD, CRC, LPC Ass
Verified Verified
McMinnville, OR 97128
I recognize the importance of emotions and feelings that you have been experiencing, and it is my goal for us to discuss your struggles in a safe place, and explore possible strategies during our time together. My specialty is disability and psychological adjustment, work and career-related issues, cultural adjustment, and life transitions.
I recognize the importance of emotions and feelings that you have been experiencing, and it is my goal for us to discuss your struggles in a safe place, and explore possible strategies during our time together. My specialty is disability and psychological adjustment, work and career-related issues, cultural adjustment, and life transitions.
(503) 435-4840 View (503) 435-4840
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Ryan T Samples
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97223
Have growing anxiety and stress that is becoming unmanageable? Feeling angry? Feeling stuck in the past or numb in the present? Having trouble sleeping? Find yourself being over critical of yourself? In a messy relationship and unsure what you can or want to do? Maybe frustrated with work and curious about a new career path but not sure where to start? It is not hard to find people around us who want to tell us what to think and how to act. What is hard to find is a space that is quiet and safe, that allows us the ability to recognize our own feelings and align them with our own thoughts.
Have growing anxiety and stress that is becoming unmanageable? Feeling angry? Feeling stuck in the past or numb in the present? Having trouble sleeping? Find yourself being over critical of yourself? In a messy relationship and unsure what you can or want to do? Maybe frustrated with work and curious about a new career path but not sure where to start? It is not hard to find people around us who want to tell us what to think and how to act. What is hard to find is a space that is quiet and safe, that allows us the ability to recognize our own feelings and align them with our own thoughts.
(503) 868-0513 View (503) 868-0513
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Thomas Joseph Doherty
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97239
Clients say things like: "Thomas helped me find the confidence and tools to pursue my dream career.
I am a licensed psychologist who provides teletherapy and outdoor walking sessions. My office is in SW Portland. I have a specialty helping people overcome distress about climate change and environmental issues. ** CURRENTLY I ONLY HAVE OPENINGS FOR CLIENTS WITH THIS FOCUS. ** I have a direct, supportive style. I work with adult women, men and couples of diverse backgrounds and orientations. I have 25 years of experience. I also help people with personal growth; reducing anxiety or depression; dealing with losses; improving communication and relationships; and public speaking and job performance.
Clients say things like: "Thomas helped me find the confidence and tools to pursue my dream career.
I am a licensed psychologist who provides teletherapy and outdoor walking sessions. My office is in SW Portland. I have a specialty helping people overcome distress about climate change and environmental issues. ** CURRENTLY I ONLY HAVE OPENINGS FOR CLIENTS WITH THIS FOCUS. ** I have a direct, supportive style. I work with adult women, men and couples of diverse backgrounds and orientations. I have 25 years of experience. I also help people with personal growth; reducing anxiety or depression; dealing with losses; improving communication and relationships; and public speaking and job performance.
(971) 225-0913 View (971) 225-0913
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Abbie Sisouphanh
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC, CRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97215
Hi! I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, disability, and intergenerational trauma. I also help with work, college, systemic stress, life or career transitions, relationship challenges, or identity exploration—including cultural, racial, values, or life roles.
Hi! I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, disability, and intergenerational trauma. I also help with work, college, systemic stress, life or career transitions, relationship challenges, or identity exploration—including cultural, racial, values, or life roles.
(503) 487-5701 View (503) 487-5701
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Dr. Michelle Millis Chappel
COACH, BS, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a life transition or stressed out in a job or lifestyle that doesn't fit who you are? I'm a Cognitive Psychologist and Life Coach with a Ph.D. from Princeton who has helped thousands of clients find their true callings and flourish in meaningful lives and careers using their greatest gifts. I create a safe environment for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, challenge limiting beliefs, discover your unique superpowers, and take practical steps to create a life that's true to you. Together we can make a plan to overcome work and life challenges and find a path that brings you more joy and success.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a life transition or stressed out in a job or lifestyle that doesn't fit who you are? I'm a Cognitive Psychologist and Life Coach with a Ph.D. from Princeton who has helped thousands of clients find their true callings and flourish in meaningful lives and careers using their greatest gifts. I create a safe environment for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, challenge limiting beliefs, discover your unique superpowers, and take practical steps to create a life that's true to you. Together we can make a plan to overcome work and life challenges and find a path that brings you more joy and success.
(503) 212-0207 View (503) 212-0207
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Andrea Lynne Woodward
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223  (Online Only)
Connect - NOW - with Andrea to discover your innermost desires, create meaningful relationships and move gracefully through life transitions: Marriage, children, infidelity, divorce, sexual awakening, career change or retirement.
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
Connect - NOW - with Andrea to discover your innermost desires, create meaningful relationships and move gracefully through life transitions: Marriage, children, infidelity, divorce, sexual awakening, career change or retirement.
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
(458) 217-1997 View (458) 217-1997
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Rosa Elena Plascencia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albany, OR 97321
I believe that individuals and couples can find solutions to survive job stress, reduce personality differences, manage jealously, and control issues to improve communication.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or facing a difficult transition in your life? I provide counseling to individuals and couples. I specialize in working on couple’s relationship issues and individuals wanting to bring harmony and stability into their lives. I am a licensed social worker with more than 10 years of experience working with couples and families. Con mucho gusto atiendo a las familias que hablan español.
I believe that individuals and couples can find solutions to survive job stress, reduce personality differences, manage jealously, and control issues to improve communication.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or facing a difficult transition in your life? I provide counseling to individuals and couples. I specialize in working on couple’s relationship issues and individuals wanting to bring harmony and stability into their lives. I am a licensed social worker with more than 10 years of experience working with couples and families. Con mucho gusto atiendo a las familias que hablan español.
(458) 218-7626 View (458) 218-7626
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Ginny Christian
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97219
I specialize in life transitions, identity development, career counseling, depression, grief, and trauma.
Each of us navigates many issues and transitions throughout our lives. Whether these are issues of abuse, trauma, identity, relationships, or physical and mental wellness, knowing that you are not alone in this process can lead to profound courage, hope, and change. I have a deep belief in our potential for growth and healing. As a therapist, I offer a safe place for this work. I will be a compassionate and insightful witness that will be fully present to your journey. Together, we will tend to your inner knowing, emerging awareness, and the making of new meaning.
I specialize in life transitions, identity development, career counseling, depression, grief, and trauma.
Each of us navigates many issues and transitions throughout our lives. Whether these are issues of abuse, trauma, identity, relationships, or physical and mental wellness, knowing that you are not alone in this process can lead to profound courage, hope, and change. I have a deep belief in our potential for growth and healing. As a therapist, I offer a safe place for this work. I will be a compassionate and insightful witness that will be fully present to your journey. Together, we will tend to your inner knowing, emerging awareness, and the making of new meaning.
(971) 265-8712 View (971) 265-8712
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Alyssa Packdell
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97006
My areas of focus are life transition, personal and professional burn out, grief and loss, health and death anxiety, interpersonal relationships, difficult health care decisions, academics issues, career and job related conflict, self-criticism and self-esteem, anger, fear, shame, guilt, forgiveness, spiritual and faith issues.
I am a lifelong learner with a doctoral degree in educational leadership, a graduate degree in rehabilitation administration and a second graduate degree in counseling. I enjoy educating my clients about their conditions and empowering them to participate in their treatment. I have over 20 years work experience working with vast and diverse group of people in the field of rehabilitation and disabilities, healthcare and long-term care. I enjoy working with business leaders, college students, baby boomers, older adults, caregivers, engineers, individuals in the technology field, and healthcare professionals.
My areas of focus are life transition, personal and professional burn out, grief and loss, health and death anxiety, interpersonal relationships, difficult health care decisions, academics issues, career and job related conflict, self-criticism and self-esteem, anger, fear, shame, guilt, forgiveness, spiritual and faith issues.
I am a lifelong learner with a doctoral degree in educational leadership, a graduate degree in rehabilitation administration and a second graduate degree in counseling. I enjoy educating my clients about their conditions and empowering them to participate in their treatment. I have over 20 years work experience working with vast and diverse group of people in the field of rehabilitation and disabilities, healthcare and long-term care. I enjoy working with business leaders, college students, baby boomers, older adults, caregivers, engineers, individuals in the technology field, and healthcare professionals.
(971) 449-1198 View (971) 449-1198
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Vicki Lind
MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214  (Online Only)
I can coach you to move ahead towards prosperity through choosing a job that fits, success on the job, or thriving as an entrepreneur.
Do you want to find a new career direction, grow a solo business, thrive at work or complete a creative project? But, you feel stuck. With a Master's in Counseling and a certificate in Human Resource Management, I can help you set goals, break them into doable tasks, and provide support so you'll steadily you ahead.
I can coach you to move ahead towards prosperity through choosing a job that fits, success on the job, or thriving as an entrepreneur.
Do you want to find a new career direction, grow a solo business, thrive at work or complete a creative project? But, you feel stuck. With a Master's in Counseling and a certificate in Human Resource Management, I can help you set goals, break them into doable tasks, and provide support so you'll steadily you ahead.
(503) 868-2951 View (503) 868-2951
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Alisha Wenger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97302
Accepting therapy and evaluation clients. 12+ for therapy (telehealth ONLY Tuesdays), and 7+ years of age for testing, currently providing ADHD, learning disorder, and autism evals. I am glad you are here! My name is Dr. Alisha Wenger and I believe every person is both unique and also part of a larger system. I take a collaborative approach to therapy and feel honored to walk alongside clients on their journey in life. I strive to provide a safe and open space for clients to feel heard and grow. I have worked in a variety of settings throughout my training and career.
Accepting therapy and evaluation clients. 12+ for therapy (telehealth ONLY Tuesdays), and 7+ years of age for testing, currently providing ADHD, learning disorder, and autism evals. I am glad you are here! My name is Dr. Alisha Wenger and I believe every person is both unique and also part of a larger system. I take a collaborative approach to therapy and feel honored to walk alongside clients on their journey in life. I strive to provide a safe and open space for clients to feel heard and grow. I have worked in a variety of settings throughout my training and career.
(503) 213-9084 View (503) 213-9084
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Counseling2Thrive
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , LMHC, CDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97006  (Online Only)
I hope to offer a humanistic, integrative helping hand to clients experiencing aspects of anxiety, depression, interpersonal relational challenges or behavioral and chemical addictions, as well as major life transformations such as marriage, divorce or personal loss. Plus, a prior business managerial background helps expands my awareness of workplace – related issues, vocational stress and exploration of potential career changes.
I hope to offer a humanistic, integrative helping hand to clients experiencing aspects of anxiety, depression, interpersonal relational challenges or behavioral and chemical addictions, as well as major life transformations such as marriage, divorce or personal loss. Plus, a prior business managerial background helps expands my awareness of workplace – related issues, vocational stress and exploration of potential career changes.
(971) 626-4509 View (971) 626-4509
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Matt Newey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97209
Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping.
Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping.
(541) 316-1440 View (541) 316-1440
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Vivien So
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97205  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in providing culturally responsive care to adults, with a passion for supporting AAPI and BIPOC communities, college students and early career professionals.
As a first generation immigrant, Vivien understands how the complexities of living in between two or more cultural worlds can cause us to question ourselves and our boundaries, and diminish our values and wishes for the sake of others. I support individuals to understand themselves and their histories so that they can work toward goals of developing more fulfilling relationships, progressing academically and professionally, healing from complex trauma, and gaining a sense of balance and confidence as they navigate life in a complicated world.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in providing culturally responsive care to adults, with a passion for supporting AAPI and BIPOC communities, college students and early career professionals.
As a first generation immigrant, Vivien understands how the complexities of living in between two or more cultural worlds can cause us to question ourselves and our boundaries, and diminish our values and wishes for the sake of others. I support individuals to understand themselves and their histories so that they can work toward goals of developing more fulfilling relationships, progressing academically and professionally, healing from complex trauma, and gaining a sense of balance and confidence as they navigate life in a complicated world.
(971) 257-8138 View (971) 257-8138

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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.