Career Counseling Therapists in Chattanooga, TN
Melissa Meade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC/MHS, BC-DMT, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37411
I transitioned into counseling in mid-life, following a 30+ year career in engineering and leadership, so I can relate to work and life struggles.
Our world expects so much from people and we are often able to do it all, for a while. Sometimes expectations, both ours and others, smother us and leave us feeling hopeless. We might not be able to move forward in our career, despite excelling in our work. Sometimes we bury emotions, thinking I’ll get to that later, which may result in feeling overwhelmed or feeling nothing at all. Perhaps the demands of career, family, and caring for others leave us feeling exhausted and guilt-ridden. Possibly what has always worked, doesn’t seem to work anymore. Peace may feel out of reach.
I transitioned into counseling in mid-life, following a 30+ year career in engineering and leadership, so I can relate to work and life struggles.
Our world expects so much from people and we are often able to do it all, for a while. Sometimes expectations, both ours and others, smother us and leave us feeling hopeless. We might not be able to move forward in our career, despite excelling in our work. Sometimes we bury emotions, thinking I’ll get to that later, which may result in feeling overwhelmed or feeling nothing at all. Perhaps the demands of career, family, and caring for others leave us feeling exhausted and guilt-ridden. Possibly what has always worked, doesn’t seem to work anymore. Peace may feel out of reach.
Jonathan Clay Lewis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37408
I enjoy working with a wide variety of people—such as: those wanting to develop better relationships and boundaries, men's sexual addiction, career transitions/life direction and burnout, spirituality and soul care, children and adolescents (10-17), and college students and young adults.
Bravery is required to begin counseling: well done on taking this first step. It can be intimidating to reach out to someone new and to dare that life could be different. I hope to honor your risk by creating a safe space for you.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of people—such as: those wanting to develop better relationships and boundaries, men's sexual addiction, career transitions/life direction and burnout, spirituality and soul care, children and adolescents (10-17), and college students and young adults.
Bravery is required to begin counseling: well done on taking this first step. It can be intimidating to reach out to someone new and to dare that life could be different. I hope to honor your risk by creating a safe space for you.
I work with Individuals, Couples & Families pre-teen thru elder facing issues of trauma/abuse, relationships, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, anger, disability/chronic illness, career, life transitions, spiritual formation, forgiveness, & hope.
You were ransomed with purpose, but do the trials of life seem to hold you back from finding that purpose or living it out? Challenging situations, relationships, illnesses shape and guide emotions, choices, & outlook. Someone to listen to your heart and help you understand the bigger picture of your situation can ease that burden. I use the framework of God's word and evidence-based methods as needed to help you confront and overcome the roots of your challenges. My goal is to assist positive growth to enable healthier relationships with God, with self, & others and get you back on a path of living in all you were purposed to be.
I work with Individuals, Couples & Families pre-teen thru elder facing issues of trauma/abuse, relationships, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, anger, disability/chronic illness, career, life transitions, spiritual formation, forgiveness, & hope.
You were ransomed with purpose, but do the trials of life seem to hold you back from finding that purpose or living it out? Challenging situations, relationships, illnesses shape and guide emotions, choices, & outlook. Someone to listen to your heart and help you understand the bigger picture of your situation can ease that burden. I use the framework of God's word and evidence-based methods as needed to help you confront and overcome the roots of your challenges. My goal is to assist positive growth to enable healthier relationships with God, with self, & others and get you back on a path of living in all you were purposed to be.
Sometimes our growing sense of self becomes derailed by traumatic life events, depression, anxiety, abuse, career shifts, or other life-altering transitions. I am passionate about joining those who are seeking to discover or rebuild their sense of self in order to build a life they love. If you feel confused about who you are or what has happened to you, I would love to journey with you toward owning your own story through compassion and empowerment. It is my belief that you are resilient and possess resources to move toward healing and integration of mind and body.
Sometimes our growing sense of self becomes derailed by traumatic life events, depression, anxiety, abuse, career shifts, or other life-altering transitions. I am passionate about joining those who are seeking to discover or rebuild their sense of self in order to build a life they love. If you feel confused about who you are or what has happened to you, I would love to journey with you toward owning your own story through compassion and empowerment. It is my belief that you are resilient and possess resources to move toward healing and integration of mind and body.
Kelly Culpepper Towe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor, is pursuing licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Tennessee, and is a National Certified Counselor. She works with individuals, couples, and families pursuing growth and healing through supportive, therapeutic relationship. Kelly has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, career direction, affair recovery, spiritual direction, OCD, sexuality, and marital issues.
Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor, is pursuing licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Tennessee, and is a National Certified Counselor. She works with individuals, couples, and families pursuing growth and healing through supportive, therapeutic relationship. Kelly has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, career direction, affair recovery, spiritual direction, OCD, sexuality, and marital issues.
Nathan Chase
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC-IL, LPCMHSP, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37412
Nathan has a pursued a career of inviting others into safety, healing, and growth through counseling, chaplaincy, and mentoring. He is licensed in both Illinois (Telehealth) and Tennessee (in-person and telehealth). Experienced in working with multiple varieties of trauma, addiction, grief, and life transitions.
Nathan has a pursued a career of inviting others into safety, healing, and growth through counseling, chaplaincy, and mentoring. He is licensed in both Illinois (Telehealth) and Tennessee (in-person and telehealth). Experienced in working with multiple varieties of trauma, addiction, grief, and life transitions.
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Are you neurodivergent and about to graduate from high school, recently graduated from high school or college? Are you trying to transition into a career field, adult relationships, or an independent routine? I can help you navigate hard transitions into adult life. You can schedule a free consultation on morrisindependenceconsultants.com
Please contact if you are in search of a coach that could help you in the areas of organization, executive functioning skills, social skills, career change transition, transitioning into an independent routine, or looking to maintain personal and professional relationships.
Are you neurodivergent and about to graduate from high school, recently graduated from high school or college? Are you trying to transition into a career field, adult relationships, or an independent routine? I can help you navigate hard transitions into adult life. You can schedule a free consultation on morrisindependenceconsultants.com
Dr. Tyler Rogers
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37403
Waitlist for new clients
I work with couples to help them learn the skills needed to communicate, connect, and resolve conflict, or adjust to the demands of life with career, family, and a variety of other issues pertaining to relational growth at work and in the home.
Are you and your spouse struggling to communicate, adjust to life with a new baby or multiple children, experiencing a betrayal, or to having difficulty in your sex life? Are you recovering from an affair, arguing family, finances, or work? Are you wondering if the relationship can be improved or saved at all? Do you have love for your spouse but find yourself continually frustrated by the same arguments, or acting in ways towards one another that you later regret? If any of these apply to your life, I would love to join you on your journey as a marriage and family therapist and board certified clinician with a decade of experience.
I work with couples to help them learn the skills needed to communicate, connect, and resolve conflict, or adjust to the demands of life with career, family, and a variety of other issues pertaining to relational growth at work and in the home.
Are you and your spouse struggling to communicate, adjust to life with a new baby or multiple children, experiencing a betrayal, or to having difficulty in your sex life? Are you recovering from an affair, arguing family, finances, or work? Are you wondering if the relationship can be improved or saved at all? Do you have love for your spouse but find yourself continually frustrated by the same arguments, or acting in ways towards one another that you later regret? If any of these apply to your life, I would love to join you on your journey as a marriage and family therapist and board certified clinician with a decade of experience.
Cody Towe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
I work with individuals, couples, and families desiring to gain deeper insight, overcome difficulties, and find healing within the context of a safe and secure therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, career direction, and identity issues.
I work with individuals, couples, and families desiring to gain deeper insight, overcome difficulties, and find healing within the context of a safe and secure therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, career direction, and identity issues.
I am interested in continuing to work with people living with anxiety (fear, worry, panic, stress), depression (low motivation, negative self-talk, isolation), life/ career transitions, mood swings, trauma, PTSD, and dissociation.
Access Art Therapy's mission is to provide client's with access to affordable, expressive therapy. Working with an art therapist is similar to talk-therapy, but the use of art materials in session can help us access inner parts of ourselves and make the invisible visible. It is also a non-threatening and less direct way of communicating, especially for things that are difficult to talk about. Come find out how enjoyable healing can be with art therapy. Call or text me for a free 30 minute consultation!
I am interested in continuing to work with people living with anxiety (fear, worry, panic, stress), depression (low motivation, negative self-talk, isolation), life/ career transitions, mood swings, trauma, PTSD, and dissociation.
Access Art Therapy's mission is to provide client's with access to affordable, expressive therapy. Working with an art therapist is similar to talk-therapy, but the use of art materials in session can help us access inner parts of ourselves and make the invisible visible. It is also a non-threatening and less direct way of communicating, especially for things that are difficult to talk about. Come find out how enjoyable healing can be with art therapy. Call or text me for a free 30 minute consultation!
Since 1980 my professional counseling career has assisted thousands of individuals, couples and families in discarding negative self image, dysfunctional ways of relating, and ineffective decision making. My expertise also includes a variety of human sexuality issues and serving the L.G.B.T.I.Q. Community. Although I do not accept Emails, I look forward to your phone call. Visit www.alternativescounselingassociates.com
Since 1980 my professional counseling career has assisted thousands of individuals, couples and families in discarding negative self image, dysfunctional ways of relating, and ineffective decision making. My expertise also includes a variety of human sexuality issues and serving the L.G.B.T.I.Q. Community. Although I do not accept Emails, I look forward to your phone call. Visit www.alternativescounselingassociates.com
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Latoya Mcleod-Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37411 (Online Only)
Latoya is licensed to see clients in Tennessee & Georgia. I am passionate about helping individuals foster a deeper connection on their path to healing. My goal as a clinician is to encourage and empower my clients to be the best version of themselves. Recognizing there is always room to grow beyond unfortunate circumstances is vital to increasing one's quality of life. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and families with a variety of challenges such as grief, loss & bereavement, adjustment to illness, life & career transitions, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma histories, and ADHD.
Latoya is licensed to see clients in Tennessee & Georgia. I am passionate about helping individuals foster a deeper connection on their path to healing. My goal as a clinician is to encourage and empower my clients to be the best version of themselves. Recognizing there is always room to grow beyond unfortunate circumstances is vital to increasing one's quality of life. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and families with a variety of challenges such as grief, loss & bereavement, adjustment to illness, life & career transitions, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma histories, and ADHD.
I offer pastoral counseling, soul care and spiritual direction to women with a focus on life changes and adjustments, such as marriage and relationship struggles, chronic health conditions, motherhood, postpartum, and grief and loss. I also works with clients interested in discerning career and calling growth, as well as navigating spiritual and theological questions. I offer a whole-person perspective, taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit. I can assist clients with developing self and soul care practices independently, or to support and inform their ongoing counseling experience.
I offer pastoral counseling, soul care and spiritual direction to women with a focus on life changes and adjustments, such as marriage and relationship struggles, chronic health conditions, motherhood, postpartum, and grief and loss. I also works with clients interested in discerning career and calling growth, as well as navigating spiritual and theological questions. I offer a whole-person perspective, taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit. I can assist clients with developing self and soul care practices independently, or to support and inform their ongoing counseling experience.
Luke Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37416
Throughout my career as a counselor I have had the opportunity to help others who are working through anxiety disorders, mood disorders, addictions, marital and relational conflict, vocational and career issues, and issues related to disability.
As a clinical counselor and pastor I value creating space for intentional listening to discover and discern how personal uniqueness can find expression within the contours of life. I work collaboratively with individuals, families and adolescents to grow awareness around the stories we tell ourselves. Sometimes these are strong, positively thick stories, and I enjoy celebrating progression with another when this occurs. More often than not in counseling, I find that our normal human experiences bring with them the challenge of embracing life as it actually is.
Throughout my career as a counselor I have had the opportunity to help others who are working through anxiety disorders, mood disorders, addictions, marital and relational conflict, vocational and career issues, and issues related to disability.
As a clinical counselor and pastor I value creating space for intentional listening to discover and discern how personal uniqueness can find expression within the contours of life. I work collaboratively with individuals, families and adolescents to grow awareness around the stories we tell ourselves. Sometimes these are strong, positively thick stories, and I enjoy celebrating progression with another when this occurs. More often than not in counseling, I find that our normal human experiences bring with them the challenge of embracing life as it actually is.
Dr. Emily Newbury
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP, (temp), PsyD
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37403
My job is to be a calming, anchoring, non-judgmental presence while you face difficult situations and move into adulthood.
Life gets more complicated as you move into young adulthood, and it can feel impossible to cope with the daily demands: work, school, relationships, food, family, self-care, it’s hard to juggle it all. I can help you manage the chaos and create calm. I specialize in working with young adults who are in transition and who struggle with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Perfectionism and our inner critic make things worse, deepening depression, ramping up anxiety, and complicating our relationship with food and our bodies. Do you connect with this?
My job is to be a calming, anchoring, non-judgmental presence while you face difficult situations and move into adulthood.
Life gets more complicated as you move into young adulthood, and it can feel impossible to cope with the daily demands: work, school, relationships, food, family, self-care, it’s hard to juggle it all. I can help you manage the chaos and create calm. I specialize in working with young adults who are in transition and who struggle with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Perfectionism and our inner critic make things worse, deepening depression, ramping up anxiety, and complicating our relationship with food and our bodies. Do you connect with this?
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, burnout, career transitions, and trauma using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I have extensive experience supporting individuals through some of life’s most difficult and transformative moments. My passion is helping clients grow into their best versions, no matter the challenges. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or navigating a major life transition, I’m here to offer the personalized support you need. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can heal, grow, and move forward in your journey
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, burnout, career transitions, and trauma using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I have extensive experience supporting individuals through some of life’s most difficult and transformative moments. My passion is helping clients grow into their best versions, no matter the challenges. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or navigating a major life transition, I’m here to offer the personalized support you need. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can heal, grow, and move forward in your journey
Tom M Gardenhire III
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MBA, MDiv
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Are you feeling overwhelmed by work stress or struggling to balance your professional and personal life? My ideal clients are leaders and professionals who often face high demands, relationship strain, or burnout. They seek relief from stress, clarity in decision-making, and healthier connections with loved ones. Whether it’s managing career pressures, improving communication in relationships, or avoiding burnout, their ultimate goal is to regain balance, peace, and a sense of purpose.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by work stress or struggling to balance your professional and personal life? My ideal clients are leaders and professionals who often face high demands, relationship strain, or burnout. They seek relief from stress, clarity in decision-making, and healthier connections with loved ones. Whether it’s managing career pressures, improving communication in relationships, or avoiding burnout, their ultimate goal is to regain balance, peace, and a sense of purpose.
My specialty is working with men to support them with life's challenges. I help men manage anxiety, shame, anger, relationship issues and career decisions. I additionally work specifically with divorce. My work supports man by developing emotional intelligence, creating relational intimacy, grieving past relationships, career discernment and ultimately developing a more calm, grounded self in order to support themselves and those around them.
My specialty is working with men to support them with life's challenges. I help men manage anxiety, shame, anger, relationship issues and career decisions. I additionally work specifically with divorce. My work supports man by developing emotional intelligence, creating relational intimacy, grieving past relationships, career discernment and ultimately developing a more calm, grounded self in order to support themselves and those around them.
Tabitha A Shumate
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT-I, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37401
At times symptoms from anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and depression that follows, can hinder our ability from living the life we want, especially when feeling vulnerable and misunderstood. This affects our relationships, parenting, friendships, marriages, career, social life, and living out our fullest potential. If your struggling with a thought life that leans more on the negative side and doesn't line up with who you are or who you want to be, I can help.
At times symptoms from anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and depression that follows, can hinder our ability from living the life we want, especially when feeling vulnerable and misunderstood. This affects our relationships, parenting, friendships, marriages, career, social life, and living out our fullest potential. If your struggling with a thought life that leans more on the negative side and doesn't line up with who you are or who you want to be, I can help.
Mackenzie Fox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37401 (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website! We spend a lot of time identifying things that are 'wrong' with us, but what about the things that you are really kicking ass at? I want to help clients identify strengths and cultivate them so that when life is feeling really hard, you can easily call up your superpowers. I aim to bring authentic, trusting and supportive energy to everyone I encounter and foster that within others. I believe healing happens when we find balance and step outside of black and white thinking.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! We spend a lot of time identifying things that are 'wrong' with us, but what about the things that you are really kicking ass at? I want to help clients identify strengths and cultivate them so that when life is feeling really hard, you can easily call up your superpowers. I aim to bring authentic, trusting and supportive energy to everyone I encounter and foster that within others. I believe healing happens when we find balance and step outside of black and white thinking.
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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.