Career Counseling Therapists in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA

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Jonathan Alpert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, career/work issues, wellness, and sexual disorders.
I'm a results-oriented psychotherapist, executive/performance coach, columnist, and author of BE FEARLESS: Change Your Life in 28 Days. I work with individuals/couples on a wide range of issues. My patients come from all walks of life including professionals, students, executives, actors/actresses, musicians, athletes, and much more. My office is conveniently located in Center City, Philadelphia just steps from Rittenhouse Square and I have flexible hours that includes daytime, evenings, nights, and weekends. I also have an office located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan and Washington, D.C. and can provide remote sessions globally via Skype and telephone.
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, career/work issues, wellness, and sexual disorders.
I'm a results-oriented psychotherapist, executive/performance coach, columnist, and author of BE FEARLESS: Change Your Life in 28 Days. I work with individuals/couples on a wide range of issues. My patients come from all walks of life including professionals, students, executives, actors/actresses, musicians, athletes, and much more. My office is conveniently located in Center City, Philadelphia just steps from Rittenhouse Square and I have flexible hours that includes daytime, evenings, nights, and weekends. I also have an office located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan and Washington, D.C. and can provide remote sessions globally via Skype and telephone.
(202) 841-3458 View (202) 841-3458
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Mareena Story
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a supportive and compassionate professional counselor in Pennsylvania? With over six years of experience as a master's level counselor, I am dedicated to helping individuals like you navigate through life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, career challenges, or ADHD, I am here to provide the guidance and support you need.
Are you looking for a supportive and compassionate professional counselor in Pennsylvania? With over six years of experience as a master's level counselor, I am dedicated to helping individuals like you navigate through life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, career challenges, or ADHD, I am here to provide the guidance and support you need.
(484) 666-5925 View (484) 666-5925
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Andrew Dyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Are you experiencing depression/anxiety, career issues, substance use issues, relationship issues, and familial issues? Your needs may include identifying and implementing new ways of coping, exploring career options, finding a treatment facility, or acquiring new insights regarding your spouse/family member. A client would work with me to address areas in their life that are contributing to stressors.
Are you experiencing depression/anxiety, career issues, substance use issues, relationship issues, and familial issues? Your needs may include identifying and implementing new ways of coping, exploring career options, finding a treatment facility, or acquiring new insights regarding your spouse/family member. A client would work with me to address areas in their life that are contributing to stressors.
(267) 365-3283 View (267) 365-3283
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Jane Helene Finkle
Counselor, MS, NCC, MCC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I have over 20 years of experience providing career counseling at the university level and through private practice.
I excel at helping individuals through the career transition process and offer a wide range of services designed to help you navigate the path to a satisfying career. Whether you are considering career change or advancement, I can help you sort it out and take action.
I have over 20 years of experience providing career counseling at the university level and through private practice.
I excel at helping individuals through the career transition process and offer a wide range of services designed to help you navigate the path to a satisfying career. Whether you are considering career change or advancement, I can help you sort it out and take action.
(215) 261-7924 View (215) 261-7924
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Dr. Cynthia Vejar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Greetings - welcome to a compassionate space where your struggles with infertility are truly understood and supported. Infertility can be isolating and emotionally challenging. Many individuals find that a lack of understanding from others can exacerbate the emotional impact of infertility, and I am committed to helping you manage the grief, stress, and uncertainty of infertility. I am also dedicated to helping you navigate stressors related to parenting, step-parenting, relationships, career issues (career exploration/dissatisfaction/burnout), and adapt to life transitions and important milestones, such as starting/ending chapters.
Greetings - welcome to a compassionate space where your struggles with infertility are truly understood and supported. Infertility can be isolating and emotionally challenging. Many individuals find that a lack of understanding from others can exacerbate the emotional impact of infertility, and I am committed to helping you manage the grief, stress, and uncertainty of infertility. I am also dedicated to helping you navigate stressors related to parenting, step-parenting, relationships, career issues (career exploration/dissatisfaction/burnout), and adapt to life transitions and important milestones, such as starting/ending chapters.
(717) 904-7640 View (717) 904-7640
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Lu Ann Prah
Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Hi there I am Lu Ann and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been so for 12 years in private practice. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing many different types of mental issues, such as, anxiety, depression, career issues, divorce trauma just to name a few. I use Family Systems Theory, Person-Centered and CBT theoretical approaches but others can be incorporated as needed. Christian based counseling is also offered if requested.
Hi there I am Lu Ann and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been so for 12 years in private practice. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing many different types of mental issues, such as, anxiety, depression, career issues, divorce trauma just to name a few. I use Family Systems Theory, Person-Centered and CBT theoretical approaches but others can be incorporated as needed. Christian based counseling is also offered if requested.
(724) 801-3936 View (724) 801-3936
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Lydia (Fehintola) Lawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
She is particularly passionate about working with first-generation immigrant populations, Managers and C-Suite Executives dealing with work life balance, millennials navigating “adulting” and men dealing with depression, anxiety, and career transitions.
Lydia (Fehintola) Lawson is a Marriage and Family Therapist who creates a warm and calm environment so her clients can show up as their authentic selves. Seeking therapy is rarely an easy one, so whatever reason you are seeking therapy, Lydia cares about making sure you will feel seen, heard, and understood. By using a strengths-based approach it allows her clients to feel validated and that much more empowered to live and lead the lives they desire. Lydia believes healing is a journey and is passionate about meeting her clients where they are.
She is particularly passionate about working with first-generation immigrant populations, Managers and C-Suite Executives dealing with work life balance, millennials navigating “adulting” and men dealing with depression, anxiety, and career transitions.
Lydia (Fehintola) Lawson is a Marriage and Family Therapist who creates a warm and calm environment so her clients can show up as their authentic selves. Seeking therapy is rarely an easy one, so whatever reason you are seeking therapy, Lydia cares about making sure you will feel seen, heard, and understood. By using a strengths-based approach it allows her clients to feel validated and that much more empowered to live and lead the lives they desire. Lydia believes healing is a journey and is passionate about meeting her clients where they are.
(215) 709-3103 View (215) 709-3103
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Jonathan Alpert
Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, career/work issues, wellness, and sexual disorders.
I am a results-oriented psychotherapist, executive coach, and author of Be Fearless: Change Your Life in 28 Days. I work with individuals and couples on a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, career/workplace, performance, stress/time management, and more. I'm licensed in NY, PA, DC, CT, and MD and provide sessions remotely to these locations and coaching sessions across the U.S. and globally. My patients come from all walks of life including executives, professionals, actors, musicians, athletes, etc. I have flexible hours that includes days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, career/work issues, wellness, and sexual disorders.
I am a results-oriented psychotherapist, executive coach, and author of Be Fearless: Change Your Life in 28 Days. I work with individuals and couples on a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, career/workplace, performance, stress/time management, and more. I'm licensed in NY, PA, DC, CT, and MD and provide sessions remotely to these locations and coaching sessions across the U.S. and globally. My patients come from all walks of life including executives, professionals, actors, musicians, athletes, etc. I have flexible hours that includes days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
(202) 841-3458 View (202) 841-3458
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Marilia S. Marien
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
I am committed to helping people create and sustain a satisfying, purposeful life. With the intention of moving toward a greater sense of overall well-being, I enjoy working with clients around life transitions, career and identity exploration, navigating and managing complex life circumstances and stresses (particularly related to marginalized identities), and concerns related to career/work. With 25 years of experience as a therapist, I offer an active, collaborative working relationship grounded in respect, transparency, and a deep desire to help clients heal and grow.
I am committed to helping people create and sustain a satisfying, purposeful life. With the intention of moving toward a greater sense of overall well-being, I enjoy working with clients around life transitions, career and identity exploration, navigating and managing complex life circumstances and stresses (particularly related to marginalized identities), and concerns related to career/work. With 25 years of experience as a therapist, I offer an active, collaborative working relationship grounded in respect, transparency, and a deep desire to help clients heal and grow.
(484) 214-2186 View (484) 214-2186
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Barbara Gronsky
Psychologist, PhD, BCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
I am a "career psychologist" who assists individuals from age 16-75 with career planning, managing one’s career, overcoming barriers to success at work, conducting a successful job search and executive coaching.
“Hang on to your hat. Hang on to your hope. And wind the clock, for tomorrow is another day.”– E.B. White It's time to get out of survival mode-hanging onto a job or career that is deeply unfulfilling or perhaps having no clear direction at all. You dread Monday mornings and believe that something belter must be out there. Maybe in a company with greater flexibility, a less toxic culture or better opportunities for advancement. Or maybe you want to explore other career paths that could offer greater satisfaction. Yet, how to get from here to there may feel completely overwhelming. You just know you feel stuck.
I am a "career psychologist" who assists individuals from age 16-75 with career planning, managing one’s career, overcoming barriers to success at work, conducting a successful job search and executive coaching.
“Hang on to your hat. Hang on to your hope. And wind the clock, for tomorrow is another day.”– E.B. White It's time to get out of survival mode-hanging onto a job or career that is deeply unfulfilling or perhaps having no clear direction at all. You dread Monday mornings and believe that something belter must be out there. Maybe in a company with greater flexibility, a less toxic culture or better opportunities for advancement. Or maybe you want to explore other career paths that could offer greater satisfaction. Yet, how to get from here to there may feel completely overwhelming. You just know you feel stuck.
(609) 454-6244 View (609) 454-6244
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Dr. Jeannine Cicco Barker
Psychologist, PsyD, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
I specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, eating concerns, college/grad school/career concerns, and the impacts of oppression on our mental health.
Your healing and wholeness are important. Sometimes relationships can hurt us, sometimes trauma harms us, and the very act of living in this world can cause pain and stress. And sometimes, we are trying the best we can to cope and survive. But I believing healing is possible for all of us. I approach therapy from a place that affirms and honors your whole self. I will empower you and hold space for you as you face what has been painful, unlearn patterns that no longer serve you, and honor your needs. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I treat a wide range of mental health concerns and I support individuals, couples, and families.
I specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, eating concerns, college/grad school/career concerns, and the impacts of oppression on our mental health.
Your healing and wholeness are important. Sometimes relationships can hurt us, sometimes trauma harms us, and the very act of living in this world can cause pain and stress. And sometimes, we are trying the best we can to cope and survive. But I believing healing is possible for all of us. I approach therapy from a place that affirms and honors your whole self. I will empower you and hold space for you as you face what has been painful, unlearn patterns that no longer serve you, and honor your needs. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I treat a wide range of mental health concerns and I support individuals, couples, and families.
(215) 234-1358 View (215) 234-1358
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Matt Sosnowsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MSW, MAPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Thanks for visiting my profile! I specialize in adults (college - 40's) dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship & career challenges, ADHD, OCD, panic attacks, and trauma. My approach is first to understand your struggles and perspective. And, as needed, supplement your instincts with clinical tools/ insights. I draw from modalities such as CBT, humanism, IFS, attachment theory & mindfulness (see Treatment Approach below). I'm also trained in Positive Psychology—aka. the scientific study of happiness. As such, I aim to help clients both (1) overcome challenges and (2) optimize passion/ well-being in their lives.
Thanks for visiting my profile! I specialize in adults (college - 40's) dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship & career challenges, ADHD, OCD, panic attacks, and trauma. My approach is first to understand your struggles and perspective. And, as needed, supplement your instincts with clinical tools/ insights. I draw from modalities such as CBT, humanism, IFS, attachment theory & mindfulness (see Treatment Approach below). I'm also trained in Positive Psychology—aka. the scientific study of happiness. As such, I aim to help clients both (1) overcome challenges and (2) optimize passion/ well-being in their lives.
(215) 398-1151 View (215) 398-1151
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Anna Elisabeth Herman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy before and made breakthroughs of self-insights but struggled to translate them into tangible change. Struggling with procrastination, anxiety, or striving for perfection but never feeling like it’s enough? Maybe you’re navigating relationship challenges, job pressures, or wanting to find more alignment and fulfillment. Fear, frustration, and self-doubt continue. Life might look "Instagram perfect" but it lacks the profound, soulful ease you desire. I’ve been there. Somatic Therapy marked my journey back to my truest self, shedding expectations and heavy burdens. I promise there's another way.
Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy before and made breakthroughs of self-insights but struggled to translate them into tangible change. Struggling with procrastination, anxiety, or striving for perfection but never feeling like it’s enough? Maybe you’re navigating relationship challenges, job pressures, or wanting to find more alignment and fulfillment. Fear, frustration, and self-doubt continue. Life might look "Instagram perfect" but it lacks the profound, soulful ease you desire. I’ve been there. Somatic Therapy marked my journey back to my truest self, shedding expectations and heavy burdens. I promise there's another way.
(267) 500-9130 View (267) 500-9130
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Sheila Lynch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Waitlist for new clients
I am on leave through July 2024. Do you often worry you’re “not good enough"? Do you struggle to feel confident and secure in your relationships or your work? Do your physical health and emotional needs take a back seat to the demands of your job and family (chosen or otherwise)? When an opportunity arises to take care of yourself or communicate with a loved one, do you find yourself avoiding or shutting down? We all want to feel accepted, loved, appreciated, and heard. I'd love to help you unpack whatever has kept you from feeling or experiencing these things in any areas of your life.
I am on leave through July 2024. Do you often worry you’re “not good enough"? Do you struggle to feel confident and secure in your relationships or your work? Do your physical health and emotional needs take a back seat to the demands of your job and family (chosen or otherwise)? When an opportunity arises to take care of yourself or communicate with a loved one, do you find yourself avoiding or shutting down? We all want to feel accepted, loved, appreciated, and heard. I'd love to help you unpack whatever has kept you from feeling or experiencing these things in any areas of your life.
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Brian Dougherty
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD.
The most significant action a person can take to improve their mental health, is seeking a professional to aid them in addressing their mental health. You have taken this step because you, or a loved one are experiencing difficulty in your daily life. In many ways the most important step is now behind you and now you need to pick a partner for the remainder of this journey toward a balanced, positive outlook and good mental health.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD.
The most significant action a person can take to improve their mental health, is seeking a professional to aid them in addressing their mental health. You have taken this step because you, or a loved one are experiencing difficulty in your daily life. In many ways the most important step is now behind you and now you need to pick a partner for the remainder of this journey toward a balanced, positive outlook and good mental health.
(484) 370-4780 View (484) 370-4780
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Marcy Chessler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Because you will be putting a good deal of time, money, and energy into therapy, you should choose a therapist carefully. I believe you should feel comfortable with the therapist you choose, and hopeful about the therapy process. When you feel this way, therapy is more likely to be helpful to you. I have more than 20 years helping people work through grief and loss, life transitions, relationship struggles, career indecision, anxiety and depression. In addition, I have considerable experience helping individuals struggling with issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity.
Because you will be putting a good deal of time, money, and energy into therapy, you should choose a therapist carefully. I believe you should feel comfortable with the therapist you choose, and hopeful about the therapy process. When you feel this way, therapy is more likely to be helpful to you. I have more than 20 years helping people work through grief and loss, life transitions, relationship struggles, career indecision, anxiety and depression. In addition, I have considerable experience helping individuals struggling with issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity.
(215) 867-6673 View (215) 867-6673
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Joanne Perilstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Do you lay awake worrying about your relationship, your family, money, your job, or your life in general? Feel stressed out, unable to relax? Are you easily distractible, have trouble accomplishing things, and wonder if you have ADHD? Wish you could "stop the world and get off" for while? Therapy is a good place to do just that. To help you figure out what's not working, and new ways to approach old problems. Like how to avoid having the same fight over and over with a loved one. Or maybe you just need someone to talk to, who won't judge you.
Do you lay awake worrying about your relationship, your family, money, your job, or your life in general? Feel stressed out, unable to relax? Are you easily distractible, have trouble accomplishing things, and wonder if you have ADHD? Wish you could "stop the world and get off" for while? Therapy is a good place to do just that. To help you figure out what's not working, and new ways to approach old problems. Like how to avoid having the same fight over and over with a loved one. Or maybe you just need someone to talk to, who won't judge you.
(215) 564-4669 View (215) 564-4669
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Nina Marie Mincarelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SAP, CEAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious in social situations or spending a lot of time worrying? Is your current relationship struggling? Are you facing challenges with addiction? Throughout my career, I have worked with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, career struggles, trauma, substance abuse, and many other issues. Regardless of the challenge you are facing, I can help you identify the underlying causes of your anxiety, sadness, or stress. Together, we can create a plan to empower you and regain control of your life.
Are you feeling anxious in social situations or spending a lot of time worrying? Is your current relationship struggling? Are you facing challenges with addiction? Throughout my career, I have worked with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, career struggles, trauma, substance abuse, and many other issues. Regardless of the challenge you are facing, I can help you identify the underlying causes of your anxiety, sadness, or stress. Together, we can create a plan to empower you and regain control of your life.
(484) 310-7471 View (484) 310-7471
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Colette Kenny Verdes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey as well as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. I recognize that for some researching a counselor and entering therapy can feel like a big step and I look forward to connecting. Grief work is my passion and an area of great interest. I also work with clients who are navigating career stress, anxiety, life changes, and more. My goal is to meet you with care, compassion, and support, and to create a place to process and honor your experiences. I believe that it is possible to hold both pain and joy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey as well as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. I recognize that for some researching a counselor and entering therapy can feel like a big step and I look forward to connecting. Grief work is my passion and an area of great interest. I also work with clients who are navigating career stress, anxiety, life changes, and more. My goal is to meet you with care, compassion, and support, and to create a place to process and honor your experiences. I believe that it is possible to hold both pain and joy.
(484) 314-3356 View (484) 314-3356
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Iris Abreu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Life can be difficult. Why go through it all alone? Are you struggling to find love and connection? Perhaps you are looking improve the relationship(s) you already have in your life - be it with with family, friends, significant others, and/or at work? Or, looking to let go of relationship(s) or patterns of relating to others that may be ineffective? Are you facing struggles related to intersections of your identity? Trying to find, or land that job that you are looking for? Feeling lost about how to hone in your personal strengths in order to live your best life? Let's talk about ways I could help.
Life can be difficult. Why go through it all alone? Are you struggling to find love and connection? Perhaps you are looking improve the relationship(s) you already have in your life - be it with with family, friends, significant others, and/or at work? Or, looking to let go of relationship(s) or patterns of relating to others that may be ineffective? Are you facing struggles related to intersections of your identity? Trying to find, or land that job that you are looking for? Feeling lost about how to hone in your personal strengths in order to live your best life? Let's talk about ways I could help.
(215) 330-2167 View (215) 330-2167

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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.