Career Counseling Therapists in Tacoma, WA
The journey you are on is not an easy one, & here you are exploring what is possible! That is amazing & takes a lot of courage! Whether you are desiring mental health therapy or exploring career/education directions, I will walk alongside & support you in working through barriers/conflicts while also celebrating your wins! I look forward to working with you.
I offer mental health therapy, performance improvement, and solution-focused career/educational counseling. Treatment emphasizes improvement of coping skills, emotion management, self-esteem, and wellness. You want a welcoming environment to address thought/emotion patterns and their influence on behavior. You are a client who wants to gain insight, make meaning, & take action toward your future. I will create opportunity for mindful reflection & give you the tools to become a more effective manager of your own life, whether that is addressing mental health, making career/education decisions, or increasing confidence.
The journey you are on is not an easy one, & here you are exploring what is possible! That is amazing & takes a lot of courage! Whether you are desiring mental health therapy or exploring career/education directions, I will walk alongside & support you in working through barriers/conflicts while also celebrating your wins! I look forward to working with you.
I offer mental health therapy, performance improvement, and solution-focused career/educational counseling. Treatment emphasizes improvement of coping skills, emotion management, self-esteem, and wellness. You want a welcoming environment to address thought/emotion patterns and their influence on behavior. You are a client who wants to gain insight, make meaning, & take action toward your future. I will create opportunity for mindful reflection & give you the tools to become a more effective manager of your own life, whether that is addressing mental health, making career/education decisions, or increasing confidence.
As a WA and AAMFT-approved supervisor, I provide hours for licensure, support in your personal and professional development, and guided coaching for a successful career.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Find unwavering support at Life Directions Counseling. Guided by Dr. Bethy, our interns, Emily and Kassie, offer personalized individual and couples therapy. Whether it's personal struggles or relationship issues, we provide a safe haven for self-exploration and growth. In couples therapy, we specialize in fostering communication, trust, and intimacy, guiding you to rebuild and strengthen your connection. Life's setbacks are opportunities for renewal, and we firmly believe in that journey. Join us as we embark on the pursuit of a positive and balanced life together.
As a WA and AAMFT-approved supervisor, I provide hours for licensure, support in your personal and professional development, and guided coaching for a successful career.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Find unwavering support at Life Directions Counseling. Guided by Dr. Bethy, our interns, Emily and Kassie, offer personalized individual and couples therapy. Whether it's personal struggles or relationship issues, we provide a safe haven for self-exploration and growth. In couples therapy, we specialize in fostering communication, trust, and intimacy, guiding you to rebuild and strengthen your connection. Life's setbacks are opportunities for renewal, and we firmly believe in that journey. Join us as we embark on the pursuit of a positive and balanced life together.
Prior to my career in counseling, I spent 20 years working in a global IT Corp.
As an immigrant, I understand that life is a journey and as part of that we encounter countless challenges. Going through difficult times and learning to cope with them are opportunities to become wiser and more mindful. However, life challenges can be daunting and hard to overcome. I believe that therapy can help you make sense of your circumstances and cultivate insights and awareness so that you can change and grow. I work with adults 18 and older with an emphasis on mindfulness, attachment-based and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches.
Prior to my career in counseling, I spent 20 years working in a global IT Corp.
As an immigrant, I understand that life is a journey and as part of that we encounter countless challenges. Going through difficult times and learning to cope with them are opportunities to become wiser and more mindful. However, life challenges can be daunting and hard to overcome. I believe that therapy can help you make sense of your circumstances and cultivate insights and awareness so that you can change and grow. I work with adults 18 and older with an emphasis on mindfulness, attachment-based and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches.
Stephanie Reyes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients manage stress and anxiety, grow motivation, build self esteem, and confidence, overcome career difficulties, & cope with life changes.
Let’s face it, life can be tough. This can result in you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, maybe even defeated. You long for a happier, less complicated, more fulfilling life but aren’t sure how to make that happen! Don’t give up, I am here to help! Using a strengths based approach intended to both empower and build resilience, we will work together to overcome these challenges and the mindset that keeps you stuck there. Creating change is never easy of course, but it is possible once you have the tools and confidence to make it happen. Let me help you get from where you are now to where you would like to be!
I have experience in helping clients manage stress and anxiety, grow motivation, build self esteem, and confidence, overcome career difficulties, & cope with life changes.
Let’s face it, life can be tough. This can result in you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, maybe even defeated. You long for a happier, less complicated, more fulfilling life but aren’t sure how to make that happen! Don’t give up, I am here to help! Using a strengths based approach intended to both empower and build resilience, we will work together to overcome these challenges and the mindset that keeps you stuck there. Creating change is never easy of course, but it is possible once you have the tools and confidence to make it happen. Let me help you get from where you are now to where you would like to be!
Cuyler Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SUDP
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
We all carry our pasts with us, which influences our personalities and life challenges. I strive to build an honest, open, and non-judgmental relationship with my clients to explore struggles such as childhood and adult trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, codependency, process addictions, substance abuse, domestic violence, attachment wounds and relationship complexities. I also work with clients to explore career options that best suit their personalities, skill sets and lifestyles. My integrative approach focuses on cultivating deep, meaningful changes and reducing symptoms.
We all carry our pasts with us, which influences our personalities and life challenges. I strive to build an honest, open, and non-judgmental relationship with my clients to explore struggles such as childhood and adult trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, codependency, process addictions, substance abuse, domestic violence, attachment wounds and relationship complexities. I also work with clients to explore career options that best suit their personalities, skill sets and lifestyles. My integrative approach focuses on cultivating deep, meaningful changes and reducing symptoms.
I'm an experienced educator, job coach, and child/family and adult mental health counselor.
Red Dahlia Art Therapy cultivates emotional stability with individuals navigating life issues. Creative problem solving with a therapist that offers unconditional positive regard is key to maximizing your strengths and igniting your passion and resilience. Connect to your creativity and explore your journey. Nurture your center where your healing and growth thrive. The red dahlia is a symbol of strength and healing. With art therapy your unique life vision becomes clear.
I'm an experienced educator, job coach, and child/family and adult mental health counselor.
Red Dahlia Art Therapy cultivates emotional stability with individuals navigating life issues. Creative problem solving with a therapist that offers unconditional positive regard is key to maximizing your strengths and igniting your passion and resilience. Connect to your creativity and explore your journey. Nurture your center where your healing and growth thrive. The red dahlia is a symbol of strength and healing. With art therapy your unique life vision becomes clear.
Available for weekend and weeknight sessions! Currently, I am specializing in relationship issues, self-esteem, and women’s issues. I have more than 8 years of experience working with anxiety, mood disorders, and complex trauma. My strong suits are empathy and my ability to really understand where someone is coming from, and I use that to develop a positive path forward. Rather than sticking to a particular method, I custom tailor my session to meet the unique needs of each individual. Earlier in my career, I was published in peer-reviewed journals for my research in Clinical Psychology.
Available for weekend and weeknight sessions! Currently, I am specializing in relationship issues, self-esteem, and women’s issues. I have more than 8 years of experience working with anxiety, mood disorders, and complex trauma. My strong suits are empathy and my ability to really understand where someone is coming from, and I use that to develop a positive path forward. Rather than sticking to a particular method, I custom tailor my session to meet the unique needs of each individual. Earlier in my career, I was published in peer-reviewed journals for my research in Clinical Psychology.
HGCM Therapy, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
Waitlist for new clients
You can overcome your anxiety, loneliness, depression, or hopelessnes, and create a holistically mentally healthy life that ripples into other areas of your wellbeing, your relationships, your career, and community.
You've lost yourself. There was a time when you knew yourself well and felt strong in who you are, but life, relationships, uncertainty, and doubt have crept in and now you're not so sure of yourself anymore. You feel like you're always trying to please others, or making excuses for not being what you think you should be, and you feel like a fraud. Like there are different parts of you showing up for different people, and it's hard to be authentically you. And it's exhausting! Hi, I'm Katie! I love helping women overcome anxiety, depression, grief, heal from trauma, create fulfilling relationships, & live the life you want to live.
You can overcome your anxiety, loneliness, depression, or hopelessnes, and create a holistically mentally healthy life that ripples into other areas of your wellbeing, your relationships, your career, and community.
You've lost yourself. There was a time when you knew yourself well and felt strong in who you are, but life, relationships, uncertainty, and doubt have crept in and now you're not so sure of yourself anymore. You feel like you're always trying to please others, or making excuses for not being what you think you should be, and you feel like a fraud. Like there are different parts of you showing up for different people, and it's hard to be authentically you. And it's exhausting! Hi, I'm Katie! I love helping women overcome anxiety, depression, grief, heal from trauma, create fulfilling relationships, & live the life you want to live.
lanae ayers
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EFT, Coach, Gottman
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
Some of the reasons for choosing counseling may be: Depression / Anxiety Inability or difficulty in trusting others Grief and loss Relationship/Intimacy difficulties Separation/Divorce Parenting challenges Job stress, loss, or dissatisfaction Divorce , blended families or parenting.
Nearly everyone finds themselves in need of help, support and professional guidance at some time in their lives. If this is such a moment for you, take the first step toward getting the help you need by visiting my website. The specific therapeutic approach depends upon issues to be resolved and the needs of each individual, couple or family. In every case, however, my focus is to acknowledge existing strengths, resources and past solutions. Together, we immediately begin to transform negative thoughts, emotions and behaviors to create change
Some of the reasons for choosing counseling may be: Depression / Anxiety Inability or difficulty in trusting others Grief and loss Relationship/Intimacy difficulties Separation/Divorce Parenting challenges Job stress, loss, or dissatisfaction Divorce , blended families or parenting.
Nearly everyone finds themselves in need of help, support and professional guidance at some time in their lives. If this is such a moment for you, take the first step toward getting the help you need by visiting my website. The specific therapeutic approach depends upon issues to be resolved and the needs of each individual, couple or family. In every case, however, my focus is to acknowledge existing strengths, resources and past solutions. Together, we immediately begin to transform negative thoughts, emotions and behaviors to create change
Therapy Rocks! This is what I was meant to do. I specialize in treating men's trauma, all types of addiction, ADHD, relationships, and career satisfaction. My main tools consist of my own personality, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and interpersonal process. I want my clients to know me, know that they have an advocate, and see themselves get traction.
Therapy Rocks! This is what I was meant to do. I specialize in treating men's trauma, all types of addiction, ADHD, relationships, and career satisfaction. My main tools consist of my own personality, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and interpersonal process. I want my clients to know me, know that they have an advocate, and see themselves get traction.
Throughout my professional career I have focused on men and men's issues, relationship struggles, marriage and family issues, issues of faith and spirituality, depression and anxiety, sexual issues and identity, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), grief and loss, career, parenting, and adolescent issues.
Change comes through relationship and at Northwest Counsel I desire for you to see real, positive change in your life and your personal relationships.
To give you an idea of what to expect, your first appointment is your chance to explain special circumstances and ask any questions about therapy. You will get a feel for who I am and how I can serve you, and together we can determine if I will help guide you to the next step on your journey of wellness. Sessions typically last 45-55 minutes and are custom tailored to your situation and your needs.
Throughout my professional career I have focused on men and men's issues, relationship struggles, marriage and family issues, issues of faith and spirituality, depression and anxiety, sexual issues and identity, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), grief and loss, career, parenting, and adolescent issues.
Change comes through relationship and at Northwest Counsel I desire for you to see real, positive change in your life and your personal relationships.
To give you an idea of what to expect, your first appointment is your chance to explain special circumstances and ask any questions about therapy. You will get a feel for who I am and how I can serve you, and together we can determine if I will help guide you to the next step on your journey of wellness. Sessions typically last 45-55 minutes and are custom tailored to your situation and your needs.
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Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406 (Online Only)
My specialties include working with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues or relationship problems, as well as academic / career/ or life transition.
I will work collaboratively with you in therapy so you can work through any challenges you may be facing and achieve your goals. Whether you are experiencing a new problem, or have been struggling with something for a while, together we will work to find your inner strengths, overcome past or present challenges, and improve the quality of your life. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who provides a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment. My goal is for you to feel more hopeful and confident, and to live the life you desire.
My specialties include working with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues or relationship problems, as well as academic / career/ or life transition.
I will work collaboratively with you in therapy so you can work through any challenges you may be facing and achieve your goals. Whether you are experiencing a new problem, or have been struggling with something for a while, together we will work to find your inner strengths, overcome past or present challenges, and improve the quality of your life. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who provides a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment. My goal is for you to feel more hopeful and confident, and to live the life you desire.
This includes well over a decade as a therapist, 9 years as a credentialed life/ career coach, 8 years as a technology leader (Microsoft, etc.
My style is warm, genuine and open. Together we will take the time to listen to your inner and outer experience in order to better understand and attend to your unspoken needs, injuries, fears, and uncertainties. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, relationship breakup, career and workplace issues, life transitions, abandonment, co-dependency, and loss and grief.
This includes well over a decade as a therapist, 9 years as a credentialed life/ career coach, 8 years as a technology leader (Microsoft, etc.
My style is warm, genuine and open. Together we will take the time to listen to your inner and outer experience in order to better understand and attend to your unspoken needs, injuries, fears, and uncertainties. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, relationship breakup, career and workplace issues, life transitions, abandonment, co-dependency, and loss and grief.
You deserve a life of self-love, compassion, and healing. I specialize in working with people experiencing major life changes (new career, new family configuration, losing a loved one, romantic relationship ending or beginning, new migration to the US), depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and adjustment issues. I often serve BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, plus), refugee, and immigrant communities and young adults.
You deserve a life of self-love, compassion, and healing. I specialize in working with people experiencing major life changes (new career, new family configuration, losing a loved one, romantic relationship ending or beginning, new migration to the US), depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and adjustment issues. I often serve BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, plus), refugee, and immigrant communities and young adults.
Dr. John Conteh (Approved Clinical Supervisor)
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, BC-TMH, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98446 (Online Only)
I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, career counseling, racial identity, and immigration concerns.
John Conteh, doing business as Zancteh Integrated Counseling, PLLC is currently accepting new adults and elderly clients for individual telehealth counseling. Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, life transition, career concerns, racial identity, and immigration concerns? Have you been trying to figure out how to get help in a safe and supportive environment? Are you looking for Clinical Supervision for Licensure?
I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, career counseling, racial identity, and immigration concerns.
John Conteh, doing business as Zancteh Integrated Counseling, PLLC is currently accepting new adults and elderly clients for individual telehealth counseling. Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, life transition, career concerns, racial identity, and immigration concerns? Have you been trying to figure out how to get help in a safe and supportive environment? Are you looking for Clinical Supervision for Licensure?
I commonly help with career counseling, stress, depression, divorce, marriage, infidelity, addiction, self-esteem, parenting, teens, men's issues, spirituality, family relationships and finance.
Entrepreneur, relationship and life transition specialist, naturalist, builder, father, husband and community builder all describe me. I am great at helping people with life transitions, work life balance, addiction, trauma, relationships and divorce. I am an entrepreneur, craftsman, part time stay at home dad and outdoorsman. People feel comfortable working with me because I believe in the good in them and because my experience working outside of therapy helps me to understand a wide range of individuals and families.
I commonly help with career counseling, stress, depression, divorce, marriage, infidelity, addiction, self-esteem, parenting, teens, men's issues, spirituality, family relationships and finance.
Entrepreneur, relationship and life transition specialist, naturalist, builder, father, husband and community builder all describe me. I am great at helping people with life transitions, work life balance, addiction, trauma, relationships and divorce. I am an entrepreneur, craftsman, part time stay at home dad and outdoorsman. People feel comfortable working with me because I believe in the good in them and because my experience working outside of therapy helps me to understand a wide range of individuals and families.
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
Chere Clark
Counselor, MA, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98401 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life challenges can become struggles. Normal transitions, like a job change or an “empty nest” can be daunting--maybe even overwhelming. Big issues, like relationship stress, illness, divorce, job loss, losing someone close, can weigh heavily, steal our energy, derail us. You may suffer from depression, anxiety, or other difficulties. For struggles with food and body issues, or distressing habits, I would love to help you with these challenges, as well. Accepting new clients; teletherapy appts available.
Life challenges can become struggles. Normal transitions, like a job change or an “empty nest” can be daunting--maybe even overwhelming. Big issues, like relationship stress, illness, divorce, job loss, losing someone close, can weigh heavily, steal our energy, derail us. You may suffer from depression, anxiety, or other difficulties. For struggles with food and body issues, or distressing habits, I would love to help you with these challenges, as well. Accepting new clients; teletherapy appts available.
Welcome! I am Dominique Bailey, a dedicated and compassionate therapist with professional experience spanning clinical, community, and higher education settings, I am equipped to support clients through a wide range of challenges and life transitions. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, focusing on areas such as anxiety, depression, and men’s issues. My specialization in these areas has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the unique struggles and strengths that each client brings to therapy.
Welcome! I am Dominique Bailey, a dedicated and compassionate therapist with professional experience spanning clinical, community, and higher education settings, I am equipped to support clients through a wide range of challenges and life transitions. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, focusing on areas such as anxiety, depression, and men’s issues. My specialization in these areas has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the unique struggles and strengths that each client brings to therapy.
Dr. Michael Drane
Counselor, LMHC, PhD, MA, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401 (Online Only)
I started my career in 2008 as a floor staff technician in group homes and mental health hospitals, gaining hands-on experience while working my way through college.
My goal is to help you move through your anxiety and trauma in a way that permanently changes your relationship with it. Whether it's the end of a relationship or overwhelming stress, I will help you create a second start for yourself. Let's work together to make lasting change for you.
I started my career in 2008 as a floor staff technician in group homes and mental health hospitals, gaining hands-on experience while working my way through college.
My goal is to help you move through your anxiety and trauma in a way that permanently changes your relationship with it. Whether it's the end of a relationship or overwhelming stress, I will help you create a second start for yourself. Let's work together to make lasting change for you.
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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.