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A Journey To You LLC Professional Counseling Svcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Do you want to simply "survive" in life, or do you want to "thrive" in life? Unfortunately many of us are simply surviving. My name is Bethanne Fetzer. With over two decades in the field of human services I, along with my dedicated staff have created a space coupled with highly effective treatment approaches to help you to live again! We offer services to those who need to heal from: depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, sex and gender issues, trauma, abuse, and grief and loss. When we rid our lives of these "toxins", we make room to begin a life journey that we never thought was possible!
Do you want to simply "survive" in life, or do you want to "thrive" in life? Unfortunately many of us are simply surviving. My name is Bethanne Fetzer. With over two decades in the field of human services I, along with my dedicated staff have created a space coupled with highly effective treatment approaches to help you to live again! We offer services to those who need to heal from: depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, sex and gender issues, trauma, abuse, and grief and loss. When we rid our lives of these "toxins", we make room to begin a life journey that we never thought was possible!
(814) 476-8470 x1 View (814) 476-8470 x1
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Ginamarie Moure
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801  (Online Only)
If you are looking for a new therapy experience that accepts who you are without judgment, I would be honored to work with you. I understand it is impossible to force people into boxes and label their life with stereotypical behaviors. We are all unique with our own combination of thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I strive to be a good listener and let you be in charge of our time together–you are the expert on your life. I will be your guide to help you uncover the driving forces in your life and explore whatever has caused or is causing you trauma.
If you are looking for a new therapy experience that accepts who you are without judgment, I would be honored to work with you. I understand it is impossible to force people into boxes and label their life with stereotypical behaviors. We are all unique with our own combination of thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I strive to be a good listener and let you be in charge of our time together–you are the expert on your life. I will be your guide to help you uncover the driving forces in your life and explore whatever has caused or is causing you trauma.
(267) 619-7399 View (267) 619-7399
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Kelsey Williams
Associate Professional Counselor , MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
I enjoy supporting youth 16+ and adults who feel "stuck" and desire to heal from past trauma or PTSD, improve relationships, navigate current overwhelming situations, change unhelpful/harmful behaviors, develop emotional experiencing skills, strengthen executive functioning or increase self-understanding to build a life with less unnecessary suffering and more commitment towards what matters most. I love working with people from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and identities (including LGBTQIA+ and ADHD/Autistic folks) and commit to honoring each diverse experience.
I enjoy supporting youth 16+ and adults who feel "stuck" and desire to heal from past trauma or PTSD, improve relationships, navigate current overwhelming situations, change unhelpful/harmful behaviors, develop emotional experiencing skills, strengthen executive functioning or increase self-understanding to build a life with less unnecessary suffering and more commitment towards what matters most. I love working with people from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and identities (including LGBTQIA+ and ADHD/Autistic folks) and commit to honoring each diverse experience.
(814) 801-3289 View (814) 801-3289
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Allison Short
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801  (Online Only)
You are not a diagnosis, a project, or a problem to be solved. Together, we’ll create a space that nurtures your exploration, self-discovery, and healing. As a gender-affirming therapist, I have experience counseling trans and queer individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I believe therapy can help you overcome any barrier or struggle by offering a safe, judgment-free space where you can be your most authentic self. I’ll supportively challenge you to view yourself, others, and your problems from a new perspective.
You are not a diagnosis, a project, or a problem to be solved. Together, we’ll create a space that nurtures your exploration, self-discovery, and healing. As a gender-affirming therapist, I have experience counseling trans and queer individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I believe therapy can help you overcome any barrier or struggle by offering a safe, judgment-free space where you can be your most authentic self. I’ll supportively challenge you to view yourself, others, and your problems from a new perspective.
(267) 500-8968 View (267) 500-8968
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Andrew J Kohlhepp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Boalsburg, PA 16827
Are you trying to find purpose and meaning in your iife? Are you trying to overcome some sort of loss? Is anxiety and depression have a grip and just won't release? Does addiction have a grip? Have you experienced trama? Give me a call and we can figure out a plan and course of recovery....so you can find happiness and contentment again..
Are you trying to find purpose and meaning in your iife? Are you trying to overcome some sort of loss? Is anxiety and depression have a grip and just won't release? Does addiction have a grip? Have you experienced trama? Give me a call and we can figure out a plan and course of recovery....so you can find happiness and contentment again..
(814) 200-1618 View (814) 200-1618
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Amber Kresovich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
State College, PA 16803
Over the last 15 years I have had the pleasure of working with children, teens, families, and adults in school, home, community, and office settings. I strive to provide an environment that clients feel safe, supported, and validated. In turn, this will lead to a positive therapeutic relationship in which self-reflection and processing can take place. My goal is for you to recognize your strengths that I see in you and help uncover your hidden potential. I hope to help you, your child, or your family with whatever obstacles or challenges you may be facing.
Over the last 15 years I have had the pleasure of working with children, teens, families, and adults in school, home, community, and office settings. I strive to provide an environment that clients feel safe, supported, and validated. In turn, this will lead to a positive therapeutic relationship in which self-reflection and processing can take place. My goal is for you to recognize your strengths that I see in you and help uncover your hidden potential. I hope to help you, your child, or your family with whatever obstacles or challenges you may be facing.
(814) 581-4488 View (814) 581-4488
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Ashley Simmons
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
College can be a wild ride—exciting, but also stressful and overwhelming. My ideal clients are college students who are juggling academic pressures, social challenges, and the big questions about identity and future goals. They might be dealing with anxiety, feeling lost or disconnected, or struggling to balance it all. What they need most is a safe space to talk things out, someone who really gets what they’re going through, and practical tools to manage stress and build resilience.
College can be a wild ride—exciting, but also stressful and overwhelming. My ideal clients are college students who are juggling academic pressures, social challenges, and the big questions about identity and future goals. They might be dealing with anxiety, feeling lost or disconnected, or struggling to balance it all. What they need most is a safe space to talk things out, someone who really gets what they’re going through, and practical tools to manage stress and build resilience.
(484) 799-7455 View (484) 799-7455
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Susan Bearden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, LMFT, QS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801  (Online Only)
A healer does not heal you. A healer is someone who holds space for you while you awaken your inner healer, so that you may heal yourself (Maryam Hasnaa). I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, and professionals who are motivated to work with an experienced therapist to more deeply understand, heal, grow, and feel at home with themselves and in their relationships. I believe in providing a safe, private, open-minded, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment for my clients to explore themselves and commit to personally meaningful change.
A healer does not heal you. A healer is someone who holds space for you while you awaken your inner healer, so that you may heal yourself (Maryam Hasnaa). I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, and professionals who are motivated to work with an experienced therapist to more deeply understand, heal, grow, and feel at home with themselves and in their relationships. I believe in providing a safe, private, open-minded, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment for my clients to explore themselves and commit to personally meaningful change.
(223) 357-1188 View (223) 357-1188
Photo of Katherine Gates - The State College Healing Room, LCSW, CTT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
The State College Healing Room
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTT
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
At The Healing Room, we do more than treat your symptoms. We strive to restore your balance and natural integrity, and offer you a fresh perspective into your healing. Our integrative approach uses a wide variety of traditional talk therapy modalities along with holistic methods that incorporate the wisdom of the body and nurture the spirit to accomplish the deepest level of healing possible—so you can thrive.
At The Healing Room, we do more than treat your symptoms. We strive to restore your balance and natural integrity, and offer you a fresh perspective into your healing. Our integrative approach uses a wide variety of traditional talk therapy modalities along with holistic methods that incorporate the wisdom of the body and nurture the spirit to accomplish the deepest level of healing possible—so you can thrive.
(814) 524-4420 View (814) 524-4420

Online Therapists

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Doug Richard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AAMFT, ICEEFT
Verified Verified
Mifflinburg, PA 17844
Doug Richard, MA, LMFT, AAMFT, ICEEFT, is passionate about his work and has spent his career studying, practicing, and building competencies in many healing and growth methods.
Struggling with relationship difficulties? Depression, anxiety, stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will change? You can trust us to help you! Rooted exists to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
Doug Richard, MA, LMFT, AAMFT, ICEEFT, is passionate about his work and has spent his career studying, practicing, and building competencies in many healing and growth methods.
Struggling with relationship difficulties? Depression, anxiety, stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will change? You can trust us to help you! Rooted exists to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
(570) 884-4662 x1 View (570) 884-4662 x1
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Kelsa Graybill
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Petersburg, PA 17520
I work with clients seeking counseling for grief, trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, life transitions, career discernment, and relationships.
When our sense of safety is shattered or we find ourselves fragmented rather than whole, we can feel trapped and helpless. We may feel unable to move forward into a world that feels overwhelming or unsafe. The story we are living can feel like one of scarcity and survival rather than one of security and celebration. Counseling offers you the space to explore your story in the context of a secure relationship and discern how to write the next chapter of your story with courage and confidence.
I work with clients seeking counseling for grief, trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, life transitions, career discernment, and relationships.
When our sense of safety is shattered or we find ourselves fragmented rather than whole, we can feel trapped and helpless. We may feel unable to move forward into a world that feels overwhelming or unsafe. The story we are living can feel like one of scarcity and survival rather than one of security and celebration. Counseling offers you the space to explore your story in the context of a secure relationship and discern how to write the next chapter of your story with courage and confidence.
(717) 820-9118 View (717) 820-9118
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There Is Liberty Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACO, LPC, MDiv, MAFT
Verified Verified
Dillsburg, PA 17019  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing: Anxiety & related issues (OCD & phobias); Depressive symptoms (low motivation & lack of purpose); Lifestyle addictions (porn, alcohol, food, etc); Positive disciplines & habit formation; career stress; men's issues; marital stress (communication, infidelity, parenting); pre-marital counseling; social anxiety.
Hello! I am Chris Weidler. My counseling practice is founded on three pillars: Christian faith - clinical counseling skills - libertarian philosophy. My goal is to help you experience the abundant life that Jesus promises, but that often feels elusive. I believe that experiencing God's unconditional love, in an environment free from political and social coercion, combined with some discoveries from the field of psychology is a recipe for healing and flourishing. I enjoy working with individuals (over the age of 18) and couples throughout Pennsylvania who are seeking a Christian therapist who holds no judgement.
I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing: Anxiety & related issues (OCD & phobias); Depressive symptoms (low motivation & lack of purpose); Lifestyle addictions (porn, alcohol, food, etc); Positive disciplines & habit formation; career stress; men's issues; marital stress (communication, infidelity, parenting); pre-marital counseling; social anxiety.
Hello! I am Chris Weidler. My counseling practice is founded on three pillars: Christian faith - clinical counseling skills - libertarian philosophy. My goal is to help you experience the abundant life that Jesus promises, but that often feels elusive. I believe that experiencing God's unconditional love, in an environment free from political and social coercion, combined with some discoveries from the field of psychology is a recipe for healing and flourishing. I enjoy working with individuals (over the age of 18) and couples throughout Pennsylvania who are seeking a Christian therapist who holds no judgement.
(717) 973-8412 View (717) 973-8412
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Sara Heinzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
I believe that everyone has a unique story, deserving an equally unique therapeutic experience that speaks to their story and prompts the change they desire most. I enjoy working with teens, emerging adults, and adults. I work with my clients addressing: ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness, Learning Disabilities, Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive, Parenting, Developing Coping and Social Skills, Pregnancy/Postpartum, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self-Harm, Suicidal Thoughts, Self Esteem, Depression, Domestic Violence, Emotional Distress, and Grief and Loss.
I believe that everyone has a unique story, deserving an equally unique therapeutic experience that speaks to their story and prompts the change they desire most. I enjoy working with teens, emerging adults, and adults. I work with my clients addressing: ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness, Learning Disabilities, Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive, Parenting, Developing Coping and Social Skills, Pregnancy/Postpartum, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self-Harm, Suicidal Thoughts, Self Esteem, Depression, Domestic Violence, Emotional Distress, and Grief and Loss.
(717) 837-5717 View (717) 837-5717
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Nicole Marie Mallory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Some of my specialties are: trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, grief/loss, career changes, and relationship issues.
"We can always start again. Or start over." Hello, and welcome. Why suffer longer than you need to? I invite you to come sit on my cozy couch in a peaceful environment where you will receive essential tips about how to release that dead weight that has been dragging you down. My ideal client is tired of their mental health taking over. They are tired of their anxiety keeping them up at night. They are tired of their crappy mood affecting their relationships with others. They are tired of not following their dreams. They are tired- but they are willing to heal to live.
Some of my specialties are: trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, grief/loss, career changes, and relationship issues.
"We can always start again. Or start over." Hello, and welcome. Why suffer longer than you need to? I invite you to come sit on my cozy couch in a peaceful environment where you will receive essential tips about how to release that dead weight that has been dragging you down. My ideal client is tired of their mental health taking over. They are tired of their anxiety keeping them up at night. They are tired of their crappy mood affecting their relationships with others. They are tired of not following their dreams. They are tired- but they are willing to heal to live.
(717) 929-8716 View (717) 929-8716
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'Dr. Cären' Rosser-Morris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lemoyne, PA 17043
Waitlist for new clients
During 30 years of accompanying others through personal & professional healing, growth & change, I have gathered many tools, through experiential learning and reflection, relationship, story, science, wisdom and intuition to help find the meaning, method, and magic in a challenging career & life well lived.
Stress can be psychologically toxic, even for helpers. Loss, trauma, injury/Illness anger, shame & fatigue can lead to anxiety and depression as well as relationship and behavior problems. Therapeutic relationships improve health by assisting with psychological detoxification and with the establishment of healthy emotional, interpersonal/social, mental, and physical habits to help inoculate against these "toxins." Sometimes natural healthy defenses against toxic stress break down and fail to protect us against painful or maladaptive feelings, thoughts, and beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world around us.
During 30 years of accompanying others through personal & professional healing, growth & change, I have gathered many tools, through experiential learning and reflection, relationship, story, science, wisdom and intuition to help find the meaning, method, and magic in a challenging career & life well lived.
Stress can be psychologically toxic, even for helpers. Loss, trauma, injury/Illness anger, shame & fatigue can lead to anxiety and depression as well as relationship and behavior problems. Therapeutic relationships improve health by assisting with psychological detoxification and with the establishment of healthy emotional, interpersonal/social, mental, and physical habits to help inoculate against these "toxins." Sometimes natural healthy defenses against toxic stress break down and fail to protect us against painful or maladaptive feelings, thoughts, and beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world around us.
(717) 347-0930 View (717) 347-0930
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Loriann Fetter Counseling & Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, GC-C, CCTP, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
Do you feel depressed or anxious? Are you suffering from a loss? Are you going through a divorce or a big transition in your life? Are you struggling with relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you take care of everyone except yourself? I can help. Dealing with life's ever changing challenges can be stressful. By working together, I can help you regain control, find self fulfillment and happiness. We will work through the issues to learn healthy ways to cope, find control and create a sense of peace within yourself.
Do you feel depressed or anxious? Are you suffering from a loss? Are you going through a divorce or a big transition in your life? Are you struggling with relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you take care of everyone except yourself? I can help. Dealing with life's ever changing challenges can be stressful. By working together, I can help you regain control, find self fulfillment and happiness. We will work through the issues to learn healthy ways to cope, find control and create a sense of peace within yourself.
(724) 560-1147 View (724) 560-1147
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Bridget Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Whether you are struggling individually, within a relationship, or with sexual issues or concerns, my goal is to help navigate through these issues, offering a compassionate lens and a chance to refocus on your goals and ultimately achieving what you most desire out of life. Through providing a safe and judgement free environment, my focus is to help individuals or couples reflect on changes they would like to make in their lives.
Whether you are struggling individually, within a relationship, or with sexual issues or concerns, my goal is to help navigate through these issues, offering a compassionate lens and a chance to refocus on your goals and ultimately achieving what you most desire out of life. Through providing a safe and judgement free environment, my focus is to help individuals or couples reflect on changes they would like to make in their lives.
(717) 543-0014 View (717) 543-0014
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Janice L. Lawrence, MA, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17603
I use an integrative approach to counseling and psychotherapy to help meet the individual needs of each client. I understand that a strong therapeutic relationship, including a foundation of trust, is essential to the therapeutic process. Learning about my client and understanding the presenting issue(s), we work collaboratively to identify goals for therapy. A Treatment Plan, tailored to each client, involves a combination of cognitive, affective, behavioral, and somatic techniques. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful in resolving current and long-standing issues.
I use an integrative approach to counseling and psychotherapy to help meet the individual needs of each client. I understand that a strong therapeutic relationship, including a foundation of trust, is essential to the therapeutic process. Learning about my client and understanding the presenting issue(s), we work collaboratively to identify goals for therapy. A Treatment Plan, tailored to each client, involves a combination of cognitive, affective, behavioral, and somatic techniques. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful in resolving current and long-standing issues.
(717) 885-9543 View (717) 885-9543
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Brian Perkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
Suppose you returned home one night to your "empty" house on a corner to find the door smashed open, and sounds of someone inside and things falling on the floor. Afraid, you walk around the corner where your neighbor then tells you she saw smoke coming from your window and the firemen are inside finding the cause. Your attitude toward the intruders completely changes when you understand their purpose. I give clients similar insight about the problems hurting them and their relationships. It's tragic to suffer and to fear solvable problems because you don't understand them.
Suppose you returned home one night to your "empty" house on a corner to find the door smashed open, and sounds of someone inside and things falling on the floor. Afraid, you walk around the corner where your neighbor then tells you she saw smoke coming from your window and the firemen are inside finding the cause. Your attitude toward the intruders completely changes when you understand their purpose. I give clients similar insight about the problems hurting them and their relationships. It's tragic to suffer and to fear solvable problems because you don't understand them.
(570) 704-3821 View (570) 704-3821
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Rooted Relational Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mifflinburg, PA 17844
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will ever change? WE CAN HELP. We are here to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or otherwise enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will ever change? WE CAN HELP. We are here to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or otherwise enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
(570) 884-4662 x1 View (570) 884-4662 x1
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.