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![Photo of Mylie Greenbach, LPC, PhD, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6cda5760-afc9-4211-9a46-53d1d04049a7/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed professional counselor and a Ph.D. candidate with clinical experience starting in 2005. I assist individuals, couples, and families in resolving issues such as ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Aging, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Life Coaching, Family Conflict, Emotional Disturbance, Life Transitions, Job Stress, Grief, and many more. I use a mix of Couples ACT, EFT, EMDR, DBT, CBT, MBCT, and many more. I believe in building on my client's strengths to attain the growth and changes they want to achieve.
I am a licensed professional counselor and a Ph.D. candidate with clinical experience starting in 2005. I assist individuals, couples, and families in resolving issues such as ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Aging, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Life Coaching, Family Conflict, Emotional Disturbance, Life Transitions, Job Stress, Grief, and many more. I use a mix of Couples ACT, EFT, EMDR, DBT, CBT, MBCT, and many more. I believe in building on my client's strengths to attain the growth and changes they want to achieve.
![Photo of JoDana M. Varilek, LCSW, LSSW, LCWS, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/514044f3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
JoDana M. Varilek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSSW, LCWS
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75025
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “You must be the Change you wish to see in the World".
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “You must be the Change you wish to see in the World".
![Photo of Dr. Amanda Moates, PhD, PACT-II, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/38b304c5-c76e-4079-8d16-16f6f526a838/1/320x400.jpeg)
It can be scary searching for a therapist, especially when life as we know it has been turned upside down. My focus is helping people coping with stress, anxiety, depression as well as unwinding painful and difficult relationship patterns.
It can be scary searching for a therapist, especially when life as we know it has been turned upside down. My focus is helping people coping with stress, anxiety, depression as well as unwinding painful and difficult relationship patterns.
![Photo of Dr. Ofori C Asante, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c1b78f6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Ofori C Asante
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, NCC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75075
I specialize in assisting individuals in understanding the root causes of their frustrations, anger, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy in managing life's challenges. If you find yourself navigating the complexities of an intercultural relationship and feel in need of support, I'm here to lend an empathetic ear and practical guidance.
I specialize in assisting individuals in understanding the root causes of their frustrations, anger, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy in managing life's challenges. If you find yourself navigating the complexities of an intercultural relationship and feel in need of support, I'm here to lend an empathetic ear and practical guidance.
![Photo of Curtisha Taylor, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/25139091-efaa-4580-9ba2-85e516a4af10/1/320x400.png)
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have over 11 years of experience providing family, individual, and group therapy. I currently focus on working with adults managing life transitions, work stress, and marital concerns. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, stress, parenting concerns, developing life goals. I also work with teens to help manage stress, develop life goals, and coping with other mental health concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have over 11 years of experience providing family, individual, and group therapy. I currently focus on working with adults managing life transitions, work stress, and marital concerns. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, stress, parenting concerns, developing life goals. I also work with teens to help manage stress, develop life goals, and coping with other mental health concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
![Photo of Rachel McCorry, MSSW, LCSW, LICSW, LMSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2be4509b-d82e-4b12-984b-43933e3d2de4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rachel McCorry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LICSW, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024 (Online Only)
Therapy is hard work. Going to therapy for the first time or the hundredth time can be scary. Finding a therapist who fits with your needs and desires is crucial to a healthy and successful therapeutic experience. As an approachable, person-centered therapist, I support my clients in working on goals that YOU design. Through an integrative and holistic approach, my style is to guide you in navigating the roads of life challenges, mood concerns, medical conditions, relationships, severe mental illness, and other life issues.
Therapy is hard work. Going to therapy for the first time or the hundredth time can be scary. Finding a therapist who fits with your needs and desires is crucial to a healthy and successful therapeutic experience. As an approachable, person-centered therapist, I support my clients in working on goals that YOU design. Through an integrative and holistic approach, my style is to guide you in navigating the roads of life challenges, mood concerns, medical conditions, relationships, severe mental illness, and other life issues.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Miguel de la Fuente, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/26535d5c-e1e3-4fff-a9e1-f1dc8e316460/1/320x400.png)
Hello, my name is Miguel A. De La Fuente and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have experience working with clients struggling with most mental health obstacles. These topics include Bipolar, borderline, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. As well as relationships, career guidance, and life struggles/changes. I have worked closely with adults 18 to 40 years old of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. I am also a veteran and have been a fitness/life coach for over 20 years.
Hello, my name is Miguel A. De La Fuente and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have experience working with clients struggling with most mental health obstacles. These topics include Bipolar, borderline, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. As well as relationships, career guidance, and life struggles/changes. I have worked closely with adults 18 to 40 years old of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. I am also a veteran and have been a fitness/life coach for over 20 years.
![Photo of Miguel de la Fuente, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/99b9b808-5162-4859-9397-d84f59e82dd2/2/320x400.png)
Hello, my name is Miguel A. De La Fuente and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have experience working with clients struggling with most mental health obstacles. These topics include Bipolar, borderline, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. As well as relationships, career guidance, and life struggles/changes. I have worked closely with adults 18 to 40 years old of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. I am also a veteran and have been a fitness/life coach for over 20 years.
Hello, my name is Miguel A. De La Fuente and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have experience working with clients struggling with most mental health obstacles. These topics include Bipolar, borderline, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. As well as relationships, career guidance, and life struggles/changes. I have worked closely with adults 18 to 40 years old of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. I am also a veteran and have been a fitness/life coach for over 20 years.
![Photo of Diana Lozano, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb24a6e2-6eb0-4be7-8a7a-ef698027ee93/1/320x400.jpeg)
Diana Lozano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76017 (Online Only)
Do you often struggle with stress and feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? Are you feeling down and need to talk about what you are experiencing? Maybe it is time to take that first step and embark on a journey to mental wellness. I am Diana Lozano and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I am here to listen with an open mind, acceptance, respect, and without judgement. Together we can take that journey towards healing and clarity. I will provide a safe place for you to process everything that has happened, so that you can stay centered in such an unpredictable time that is filled with unknowns.
Do you often struggle with stress and feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? Are you feeling down and need to talk about what you are experiencing? Maybe it is time to take that first step and embark on a journey to mental wellness. I am Diana Lozano and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I am here to listen with an open mind, acceptance, respect, and without judgement. Together we can take that journey towards healing and clarity. I will provide a safe place for you to process everything that has happened, so that you can stay centered in such an unpredictable time that is filled with unknowns.
![Photo of Elizabeth Davis - Embrace New Life / Counseling & Wellness, DSW, PsyD , PhD, LPC, AACC LC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f20291a0-cd6d-471c-8e68-2417347a9c9c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Embrace New Life / Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, DSW, PsyD , PhD, LPC, AACC LC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75032
Our hope is that 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 (𝐞𝐍𝐋) is a place where each and every person who enters our doors, no matter how big or small their problems - feel cared for, safe, and important. 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫! Our goal is to come alongside you as you work toward personal healing and emotional connection. 𝐞𝐍𝐋 is a leading provider of high-quality, private counseling for teens, adults & couples. #𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 #𝐖𝐞𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 #𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 We are 𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝-𝙗𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 ✞, 𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮-𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙙 Ψ & 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮-𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 ♥ ! ☎ Today!
Our hope is that 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 (𝐞𝐍𝐋) is a place where each and every person who enters our doors, no matter how big or small their problems - feel cared for, safe, and important. 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫! Our goal is to come alongside you as you work toward personal healing and emotional connection. 𝐞𝐍𝐋 is a leading provider of high-quality, private counseling for teens, adults & couples. #𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 #𝐖𝐞𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 #𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 We are 𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝-𝙗𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 ✞, 𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮-𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙙 Ψ & 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮-𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 ♥ ! ☎ Today!
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Martrice Henderson-Aldridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76123
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Does it feel like you just can't be happy? Are you struggling with all the stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. And we know this is hard. You've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years. But we're so glad you've come across our practice and have taken the courageous step toward progress.
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Does it feel like you just can't be happy? Are you struggling with all the stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. And we know this is hard. You've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years. But we're so glad you've come across our practice and have taken the courageous step toward progress.
![Photo of Elizabeth Davis - ADULTs & COUPLEs @ Embrace New Life, DSW, PsyD, LPC, LCSW, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9a113665-7a08-4383-a613-c412e3f83bf2/1/320x400.jpeg)
ADULTs & COUPLEs @ Embrace New Life
Licensed Professional Counselor, DSW, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Heath, TX 75032
🅐🅒🅒🅔🅟🅣🅘🅝🅖 New Adult & Couple Clients! We are 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 with 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 15 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆. We treat individuals & couples for anxiety, stress, depression, anger, fear, substance abuse, family relational conflict, postpartum, self-esteem, and more. Therapy at 𝙀𝙢𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝓝𝓮𝔀 𝓛𝓲𝓯𝓮 is a collaborative process that starts with providing you skills from our first session together. We help you 𝑚𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑠 in your life & 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑔 𝑜𝑛 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ𝑦 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑. ➳ #𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 ✞
🅐🅒🅒🅔🅟🅣🅘🅝🅖 New Adult & Couple Clients! We are 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 with 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 15 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆. We treat individuals & couples for anxiety, stress, depression, anger, fear, substance abuse, family relational conflict, postpartum, self-esteem, and more. Therapy at 𝙀𝙢𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝓝𝓮𝔀 𝓛𝓲𝓯𝓮 is a collaborative process that starts with providing you skills from our first session together. We help you 𝑚𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑠 in your life & 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑔 𝑜𝑛 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ𝑦 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑. ➳ #𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 ✞
![Photo of Matrice D Henderson-Aldridge, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c571f453-e234-4ec1-ac1e-39ac5a472db5/2/320x400.jpeg)
Matrice D Henderson-Aldridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76123 (Online Only)
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Are you struggling with happiness or with other stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. We know this is hard, and you've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years.
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Are you struggling with happiness or with other stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. We know this is hard, and you've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years.
![Photo of Curtisha Taylor, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0ffcd8c6-ca15-4ddb-a161-00e27b7356ad/1/320x400.png)
Curtisha Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, TX 76234 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have over 11 years of experience providing family, individual, and group therapy. I currently focus on working with adults managing life transitions, work stress, and marital concerns. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, stress, parenting concerns, developing life goals. I also work with teens to help manage stress, develop life goals, and coping with other mental health concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have over 11 years of experience providing family, individual, and group therapy. I currently focus on working with adults managing life transitions, work stress, and marital concerns. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, stress, parenting concerns, developing life goals. I also work with teens to help manage stress, develop life goals, and coping with other mental health concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
![Photo of Deebra Jennings, MS, LMSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/76a8895b-828c-4634-b11b-ae3f107dfbfa/1/320x400.jpeg)
Deebra Jennings
Licensed Master Social Worker, MS, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76015
Therapy, coaching or healing can be difficult alone, but finding the right partner doesn't have to be! Whether it’s mental, physical or emotional, you are capable of healing and experiencing life AFTER! YOU get to decide what comes AFTER. As your therapist, my role is to provide support, guidance and a safe environment for you to work through your healing process. We've all experienced hurt in our families or relationships, had stressful life transitions or personal and professional hardships. I want to help you navigate those situations and experience the life you imagine; WHOLE, HEALTHY & HEALED.
Therapy, coaching or healing can be difficult alone, but finding the right partner doesn't have to be! Whether it’s mental, physical or emotional, you are capable of healing and experiencing life AFTER! YOU get to decide what comes AFTER. As your therapist, my role is to provide support, guidance and a safe environment for you to work through your healing process. We've all experienced hurt in our families or relationships, had stressful life transitions or personal and professional hardships. I want to help you navigate those situations and experience the life you imagine; WHOLE, HEALTHY & HEALED.
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Dr. Cassidy Cisneros Liland
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75220
Waitlist for new clients
I place great emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I work to foster a safe and non-judgmental environment where my clients can feel understood and fully supported. I enjoy working collaboratively with patients and coordinating treatment efforts with complimentary mental health and medical professionals to help patients achieve therapeutic goals and an enhanced quality of life.
I place great emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I work to foster a safe and non-judgmental environment where my clients can feel understood and fully supported. I enjoy working collaboratively with patients and coordinating treatment efforts with complimentary mental health and medical professionals to help patients achieve therapeutic goals and an enhanced quality of life.
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Facing sleepless nights worrying about how to manage it all? Trying to manage being a wife, mom & everything else? Or having crying spells because of your kids calling your name (Mom)? If you’re struggling with parenting battles & mom overwhelm now might be the right time to meet with a therapist that can help. As the mom of 5 adopted kids, I know how demanding, wonderful & hard motherhood is. Let us work together to develop a plan to bring balance and peace back into your life. My mom journey fuels my passion for helping women navigate the turbulent waters of motherhood, infertility, & parenting children with A.D.H.D or Autism.
Facing sleepless nights worrying about how to manage it all? Trying to manage being a wife, mom & everything else? Or having crying spells because of your kids calling your name (Mom)? If you’re struggling with parenting battles & mom overwhelm now might be the right time to meet with a therapist that can help. As the mom of 5 adopted kids, I know how demanding, wonderful & hard motherhood is. Let us work together to develop a plan to bring balance and peace back into your life. My mom journey fuels my passion for helping women navigate the turbulent waters of motherhood, infertility, & parenting children with A.D.H.D or Autism.
![Photo of Lazane Sherilyn Walls - Tee Pee Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, LCDC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3aa9a037-b9e3-4060-9486-0d4940f766fb/5/320x400.jpeg)
Tee Pee Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
Burleson, TX 76028 (Online Only)
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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.