Career Counseling Therapists in Bellingham, WA
I have extensive experience working with professionals (corporate, attorneys, physicians) who experience the impact of ADHD, anxiety, workplace stress or sleep issues on their career, relationships and mental/physical health.
I invite you to bring your strengths and motivation to create change in your life. Does ADHD or anxiety impact your life, personally and/or professionally? Perhaps you are challenged by motivation or organization. Or perhaps you feel "stuck" or experience sleep issues. I will work with you to build skills for executive functioning and help you understand and change the root cause of anxiety to build confidence in your life. I offer teletherapy for clients throughout Washington state or coaching for clients throughout the US. Because I live outside Washington, those with severe mental illness are best served by a local practitioner.
I have extensive experience working with professionals (corporate, attorneys, physicians) who experience the impact of ADHD, anxiety, workplace stress or sleep issues on their career, relationships and mental/physical health.
I invite you to bring your strengths and motivation to create change in your life. Does ADHD or anxiety impact your life, personally and/or professionally? Perhaps you are challenged by motivation or organization. Or perhaps you feel "stuck" or experience sleep issues. I will work with you to build skills for executive functioning and help you understand and change the root cause of anxiety to build confidence in your life. I offer teletherapy for clients throughout Washington state or coaching for clients throughout the US. Because I live outside Washington, those with severe mental illness are best served by a local practitioner.
I offer career counseling sessions to explore career development and transitions, creating meaning and purpose at work, as well as workplace stress, compassion fatigue and burnout.
Whether your are wanting to deepen meaning and purpose in your life or heal from life transitions or hardships that can leave us feeling fragmented, I help individuals and couples to better connect to themselves, to others, and to the planet. I believe that through this increased connection we can access our greatest sources of joy and growth.
I offer career counseling sessions to explore career development and transitions, creating meaning and purpose at work, as well as workplace stress, compassion fatigue and burnout.
Whether your are wanting to deepen meaning and purpose in your life or heal from life transitions or hardships that can leave us feeling fragmented, I help individuals and couples to better connect to themselves, to others, and to the planet. I believe that through this increased connection we can access our greatest sources of joy and growth.
Chascity-Mae Ness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
I became a social worker to empower others to gain the skills, knowledge, and awareness to overcome life’s challenges, heal from past hurts, and strive to live the life you desire. I believe you are the expert in your life and my job as a counselor is to provide you the space to explore who you are, how you feel, and what you think to help identify actionable steps to get you to where you want to be. My hope is to create a safe space where you feel comfortable having difficult conversations, confronting hard experiences, and celebrating life’s accomplishments.
I became a social worker to empower others to gain the skills, knowledge, and awareness to overcome life’s challenges, heal from past hurts, and strive to live the life you desire. I believe you are the expert in your life and my job as a counselor is to provide you the space to explore who you are, how you feel, and what you think to help identify actionable steps to get you to where you want to be. My hope is to create a safe space where you feel comfortable having difficult conversations, confronting hard experiences, and celebrating life’s accomplishments.
"Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. It's not always comfortable, but it's never weakness."--Brene Brown. Hi, I'm Lydia and I utilize a solution focused, mindfulness based approach to aid clients in exploring their authentic selves and behavioral patterns. Like a Phoenix, I believe individuals have the ability to rise from the ashes as renewed, stronger versions of themselves. Whether those ashes are from broken relationships, perpetual marital problems, crippling anxiety, career dissatisfaction or the aftermath of trauma, they have the ability to transform you.
"Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. It's not always comfortable, but it's never weakness."--Brene Brown. Hi, I'm Lydia and I utilize a solution focused, mindfulness based approach to aid clients in exploring their authentic selves and behavioral patterns. Like a Phoenix, I believe individuals have the ability to rise from the ashes as renewed, stronger versions of themselves. Whether those ashes are from broken relationships, perpetual marital problems, crippling anxiety, career dissatisfaction or the aftermath of trauma, they have the ability to transform you.
I work with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, school/career stress, or communication challenges with family members.
Currently accepting new in person or telehealth clients 13+. If you're someone who feels better after talking things through—those who find relief in external processing and venting—you're in the right place. Many of my clients come to me because they feel the need to keep their feelings and thoughts bottled up around friends and family, out of fear of judgment or being a burden. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely. My approach is laid-back and conversational. I’m here to listen, ask questions, and engage in real, down-to-earth discussions.
I work with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, school/career stress, or communication challenges with family members.
Currently accepting new in person or telehealth clients 13+. If you're someone who feels better after talking things through—those who find relief in external processing and venting—you're in the right place. Many of my clients come to me because they feel the need to keep their feelings and thoughts bottled up around friends and family, out of fear of judgment or being a burden. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely. My approach is laid-back and conversational. I’m here to listen, ask questions, and engage in real, down-to-earth discussions.
Therapy is about you. It's about your needs and goals. It's about healing from your past to flourish in the future. As your therapist, my job is to provide a safe, radically-accepting environment, whether you want to make a life change, cope with loss, navigate through a crisis, or simply open up to a supportive listener. I will work with you to identify and clarify your intentions, and facilitate the discovery of the inner strength necessary to live the life you want.
Therapy is about you. It's about your needs and goals. It's about healing from your past to flourish in the future. As your therapist, my job is to provide a safe, radically-accepting environment, whether you want to make a life change, cope with loss, navigate through a crisis, or simply open up to a supportive listener. I will work with you to identify and clarify your intentions, and facilitate the discovery of the inner strength necessary to live the life you want.
It is my job to be your guide and keep you safe.
Most conflict involves relationship: a relationship with ourselves, our parents, our children, our lovers, our bosses, our co-workers. This is the one area where education fails us. We inhabit an adult body with a child's knowledge of how to interact with the world and ourselves and that is where a therapist's knowledge can be beneficial. "Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it" (Rumi). I can help a client find and diminish those barriers.
It is my job to be your guide and keep you safe.
Most conflict involves relationship: a relationship with ourselves, our parents, our children, our lovers, our bosses, our co-workers. This is the one area where education fails us. We inhabit an adult body with a child's knowledge of how to interact with the world and ourselves and that is where a therapist's knowledge can be beneficial. "Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it" (Rumi). I can help a client find and diminish those barriers.
Dr. Isabel E. Kaufman Forensic Expert/Therapist
Counselor, DR, LMHCC, CFC, Forensi, Expert
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98229
I have devoted my professional Career In counseling individuals.
Through Life Stages: offers an array of services including but not limited to individual, children, couples and group counseling, crisis intervention, grief and loss therapy and conflict resolution. Dr Kaufman uses state of the art Mental Health Assessments. The Assessment includes a comprehensive social history, referral information, diagnostic impression, significant findings, and recommendations for treatment. A thorough Mental Health Evaluation like this is the best way to help yourself, your child, and your family. As a Professional Counselor Isabel E. Kaufman is experienced, knowledgeable and able to help!
I have devoted my professional Career In counseling individuals.
Through Life Stages: offers an array of services including but not limited to individual, children, couples and group counseling, crisis intervention, grief and loss therapy and conflict resolution. Dr Kaufman uses state of the art Mental Health Assessments. The Assessment includes a comprehensive social history, referral information, diagnostic impression, significant findings, and recommendations for treatment. A thorough Mental Health Evaluation like this is the best way to help yourself, your child, and your family. As a Professional Counselor Isabel E. Kaufman is experienced, knowledgeable and able to help!
David supports individuals and groups during changes such as loss, career shifts, traumatic divorce, criminal/legal, (in)justice, parenting, co-parenting, reunification, stepparenting, adoption, aging, heartbreak, as well as partnering and marriage.
David works with clients to understand challenges, to develop specific goals, and to promote wellness using a variety of tools from therapeutic modalities including empathetic Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). David draws from experience working with individuals and families as an educator, birth doula, Guardian ad Litem, mediator, and counselor. David is also approved by WA State to complete DVIT Domestic Violence Assessments and Treatment.
David supports individuals and groups during changes such as loss, career shifts, traumatic divorce, criminal/legal, (in)justice, parenting, co-parenting, reunification, stepparenting, adoption, aging, heartbreak, as well as partnering and marriage.
David works with clients to understand challenges, to develop specific goals, and to promote wellness using a variety of tools from therapeutic modalities including empathetic Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). David draws from experience working with individuals and families as an educator, birth doula, Guardian ad Litem, mediator, and counselor. David is also approved by WA State to complete DVIT Domestic Violence Assessments and Treatment.
Together, we'll roll up our sleeves and tackle the specifics that you bring to therapy, from ADHD and procrastination, to trauma, sexual abuse and PTSD, relationship conflicts, and work and career challenges.
Are you yearning to be living your own story, liberated from anxiety, depression, procrastination, panic attacks, and intrusive thoughts? Are you ready to shed negative thought patterns and enjoy positive mental health? Have you and your partner decided it's time to work together on your relationship through couples or marriage counseling? Change is scary and uncomfortable, yet even the smallest of changes can bring relief and transform goals into reality. I work comprehensively, taking into account all of your life's facets with a humanistic and cognitive behavioral approach, serving women, men, and people of all gender identities.
Together, we'll roll up our sleeves and tackle the specifics that you bring to therapy, from ADHD and procrastination, to trauma, sexual abuse and PTSD, relationship conflicts, and work and career challenges.
Are you yearning to be living your own story, liberated from anxiety, depression, procrastination, panic attacks, and intrusive thoughts? Are you ready to shed negative thought patterns and enjoy positive mental health? Have you and your partner decided it's time to work together on your relationship through couples or marriage counseling? Change is scary and uncomfortable, yet even the smallest of changes can bring relief and transform goals into reality. I work comprehensively, taking into account all of your life's facets with a humanistic and cognitive behavioral approach, serving women, men, and people of all gender identities.
I also deeply enjoy working with clients looking to plan or change their career paths.
I am taking new clients and I am so happy you are here! Putting yourself first and reaching out for support can be hard, and change can take a huge leap of faith. You don’t have to navigate life challenges alone, and I would love to support you on your journey. Whether you need intensive services or short-term treatment, together we can create a plan that best fits your needs. My approach to therapy is to meet you where you are, and to recognize that you are the expert of your life. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy, and I strive to create a sense of safety that also fosters growth.
I also deeply enjoy working with clients looking to plan or change their career paths.
I am taking new clients and I am so happy you are here! Putting yourself first and reaching out for support can be hard, and change can take a huge leap of faith. You don’t have to navigate life challenges alone, and I would love to support you on your journey. Whether you need intensive services or short-term treatment, together we can create a plan that best fits your needs. My approach to therapy is to meet you where you are, and to recognize that you are the expert of your life. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy, and I strive to create a sense of safety that also fosters growth.
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I work with adults striving to respond with integrity and effectiveness to many life issues--particularly related to work, career, relationship, and mid-life challenges. My clients include adults dealing with depression, anxiety, performance impairment, stress-related conditions, as well as those choosing to "raise their game." Regardless of their reason for seeking therapy, many of my clients bring important resources rooted in their personal journey of faith or search for meaning. If spiritual aspects of your life are important, I invite you to share that in our work together.
I work with adults striving to respond with integrity and effectiveness to many life issues--particularly related to work, career, relationship, and mid-life challenges. My clients include adults dealing with depression, anxiety, performance impairment, stress-related conditions, as well as those choosing to "raise their game." Regardless of their reason for seeking therapy, many of my clients bring important resources rooted in their personal journey of faith or search for meaning. If spiritual aspects of your life are important, I invite you to share that in our work together.
Counseling services include: Binge-eating, Night eating disorder, Sugar Addiction, Emotional eating, Preoperative bariatric psychological evaluations, Adjustment disorder, Stress management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Career Challenges, Grief, Trauma, Abuse, and Addiction.
Feeling better about yourself, your life and others around you are all big steps toward getting healthier. Helping patients get past life-disrupting issues and get back on track to living happier, more fulfilling lives.
Counseling services include: Binge-eating, Night eating disorder, Sugar Addiction, Emotional eating, Preoperative bariatric psychological evaluations, Adjustment disorder, Stress management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Career Challenges, Grief, Trauma, Abuse, and Addiction.
Feeling better about yourself, your life and others around you are all big steps toward getting healthier. Helping patients get past life-disrupting issues and get back on track to living happier, more fulfilling lives.
Wenhui Eunice Huang
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for joy, inner peace, and healing? When you are suffering- from depression, loss, failing relationships, an unfulfilling job, anxiety, or any hardships in life- the journey can be lonely, scary, and painful. You might be asking yourself: Why am I always on edge? In these times of pain, fear, and darkness, I want to help you. There is always hope. Peace, joy and healing can be found. It would be an honor to help you find it.
Are you looking for joy, inner peace, and healing? When you are suffering- from depression, loss, failing relationships, an unfulfilling job, anxiety, or any hardships in life- the journey can be lonely, scary, and painful. You might be asking yourself: Why am I always on edge? In these times of pain, fear, and darkness, I want to help you. There is always hope. Peace, joy and healing can be found. It would be an honor to help you find it.
I believe in the strength, resiliency and beauty of the human spirit. I also believe in co-creating opportunities to bring forth our best self. By changing the stories we tell ourselves, we can overcome extreme adversity and trauma. Through self actualization and awareness we can become our true selves and live the life we truly want to live. In my training and career, the focus of my work has been in treating adolescents and adults suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBTQ issues, Sex Positive & Kink issues as well as issues of Grief and Loss/Death & Dying.
I believe in the strength, resiliency and beauty of the human spirit. I also believe in co-creating opportunities to bring forth our best self. By changing the stories we tell ourselves, we can overcome extreme adversity and trauma. Through self actualization and awareness we can become our true selves and live the life we truly want to live. In my training and career, the focus of my work has been in treating adolescents and adults suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBTQ issues, Sex Positive & Kink issues as well as issues of Grief and Loss/Death & Dying.
Mary Vargas
Counselor, MS, MSW, LMHCA, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, single parents, and the elderly. I also have experience that includes, but is not limited to, grief and loss, domestic violence, substance abuse, and career counseling. I prefer to use the humanistic and strengths-based approach but can change the therapy approach to fit your needs.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, single parents, and the elderly. I also have experience that includes, but is not limited to, grief and loss, domestic violence, substance abuse, and career counseling. I prefer to use the humanistic and strengths-based approach but can change the therapy approach to fit your needs.
Sfirah Madrone
Counselor, MA, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
My focus is on helping survivors of traumatic events, relationships and social systems to heal and address the impact that these experiences have had on their adult lives. Maybe you've noticed symptoms like intrusive thoughts, sleep problems, feeling on guard, not being able to remember things you feel you should or having very negative beliefs about yourself and the world. You may have dealt with the symptoms for so long that they seem like a part of you- unhelpful patterns, depression, anxiety, problems with substances, difficulty making desired life changes in your career, relationships or parenting. Things can be different!
My focus is on helping survivors of traumatic events, relationships and social systems to heal and address the impact that these experiences have had on their adult lives. Maybe you've noticed symptoms like intrusive thoughts, sleep problems, feeling on guard, not being able to remember things you feel you should or having very negative beliefs about yourself and the world. You may have dealt with the symptoms for so long that they seem like a part of you- unhelpful patterns, depression, anxiety, problems with substances, difficulty making desired life changes in your career, relationships or parenting. Things can be different!
Sadonia Garner
Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98227 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel overwhelmed or weighed down by the curveballs life has thrown at you? As if there are a lot of feelings or thoughts whirling inside you that you cannot explain or understand? Or maybe you just don't feel like yourself anymore but can't put a finger on when or why things changed. I believe that a genuine therapeutic relationship and a nonjudgmental space to explore our stories can help us heal what feels broken. The most common issues I enjoy working with are depression, grief, adjustment to major life/career changes, ADHD symptom management and relationship troubles.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed or weighed down by the curveballs life has thrown at you? As if there are a lot of feelings or thoughts whirling inside you that you cannot explain or understand? Or maybe you just don't feel like yourself anymore but can't put a finger on when or why things changed. I believe that a genuine therapeutic relationship and a nonjudgmental space to explore our stories can help us heal what feels broken. The most common issues I enjoy working with are depression, grief, adjustment to major life/career changes, ADHD symptom management and relationship troubles.
Inclusicare Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHCA, LPCC, MA
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
As kids, we were told that if we did everything right, we would have a life to be proud of. As adults, many of us are wondering if it all was just a fairy tale. We got the job, but now life is just wash-rinse-repeat; we’re bored. A change in job could help, but what if I told you that we as adults sometimes forget to invest in ourselves, outside of our career…and thus, we forget who we were before we got the degree; before we got the job. We forget we were once multidimensional creatures with other amazing facets than our job title. I want to help you get back to that version of yourself. Let’s help you find the magic in life again.
As kids, we were told that if we did everything right, we would have a life to be proud of. As adults, many of us are wondering if it all was just a fairy tale. We got the job, but now life is just wash-rinse-repeat; we’re bored. A change in job could help, but what if I told you that we as adults sometimes forget to invest in ourselves, outside of our career…and thus, we forget who we were before we got the degree; before we got the job. We forget we were once multidimensional creatures with other amazing facets than our job title. I want to help you get back to that version of yourself. Let’s help you find the magic in life again.
Maggie Metcalfe Counseling
Counselor, MA, VRC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
Do issues of life and health and work get in your way? Could you use some support to overcome mental health issues, identify your goals and challenges and to find a path forward? I provide inclusive therapy and specialize in working with neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, disability, youth and senior communities.
Do issues of life and health and work get in your way? Could you use some support to overcome mental health issues, identify your goals and challenges and to find a path forward? I provide inclusive therapy and specialize in working with neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, disability, youth and senior communities.
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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.