Career Counseling Therapists in Oak Park, CA
I specialize in anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, addiction, depression, and anger. I bring an active and grounded approach to therapy, helping clients better understand themselves while making tangible shifts in their lives. My work often appeals to high performers and driven individuals who want to feel more balanced and connected.
I specialize in anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, addiction, depression, and anger. I bring an active and grounded approach to therapy, helping clients better understand themselves while making tangible shifts in their lives. My work often appeals to high performers and driven individuals who want to feel more balanced and connected.
Feeling lost lately, like nothing will ever truly feel better? You may be here because life feels unsettled—anxiety, stress, or a sense that you're not where you hoped to be. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed or stuck despite trying to handle everything on their own. You’re not alone. Together, we’ll make space to understand what’s weighing on you and help you move forward with more calm, clarity, and steadiness.
Feeling lost lately, like nothing will ever truly feel better? You may be here because life feels unsettled—anxiety, stress, or a sense that you're not where you hoped to be. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed or stuck despite trying to handle everything on their own. You’re not alone. Together, we’ll make space to understand what’s weighing on you and help you move forward with more calm, clarity, and steadiness.
I believe therapy should feel like having a cheerleader in your corner, supporting you on your journey to becoming. You may be navigating grief, chronic illness, trauma, or a life transition, longing to feel your spark again to reconnect with it and feel grounded and clear. Your spark is still there, and I’m here to help you uncover it.I work with spiritually and creatively minded people—caregivers, empaths, and artists who want to explore their inner world, process experiences, and live with intention. I am passionate about supporting individuals through matrescence and the perinatal journey, honoring emotional and identity shifts.
I believe therapy should feel like having a cheerleader in your corner, supporting you on your journey to becoming. You may be navigating grief, chronic illness, trauma, or a life transition, longing to feel your spark again to reconnect with it and feel grounded and clear. Your spark is still there, and I’m here to help you uncover it.I work with spiritually and creatively minded people—caregivers, empaths, and artists who want to explore their inner world, process experiences, and live with intention. I am passionate about supporting individuals through matrescence and the perinatal journey, honoring emotional and identity shifts.
Hello, my name is Eimy Estrada. I believe in creating a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, gain insights and find the tools they need for personal growth and healing. It's my passion to walk alongside individuals on their unique journeys providing guidance and empowering them to live their best lives. Having experienced the transformative power of therapy firsthand, I am deeply passionate about helping others unlock their potential for growth and healing. Witnessing the positive changes in my own life and seeing loved ones thrive through therapy inspired me to dedicate myself to this field.
Hello, my name is Eimy Estrada. I believe in creating a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, gain insights and find the tools they need for personal growth and healing. It's my passion to walk alongside individuals on their unique journeys providing guidance and empowering them to live their best lives. Having experienced the transformative power of therapy firsthand, I am deeply passionate about helping others unlock their potential for growth and healing. Witnessing the positive changes in my own life and seeing loved ones thrive through therapy inspired me to dedicate myself to this field.
Feeling alone in your thoughts, like no one truly understands your inner world? I’m here to help you navigate anxiety, life changes, and overwhelming emotions with compassion and curiosity. My goal is to help you feel more connected to your inner strengths and move forward with a greater sense of grounding and empowerment.
Feeling alone in your thoughts, like no one truly understands your inner world? I’m here to help you navigate anxiety, life changes, and overwhelming emotions with compassion and curiosity. My goal is to help you feel more connected to your inner strengths and move forward with a greater sense of grounding and empowerment.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping clients navigate through emotional and relational struggles, including anxiety, depression, addiction, postpartum challenges, active military and veterans suffering from PTSD, and the impacts of domestic violence.
I believe that therapy is a safe, supportive space where healing begins with understanding, validation, and self-compassion. I am committed to supporting them as they work toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping clients navigate through emotional and relational struggles, including anxiety, depression, addiction, postpartum challenges, active military and veterans suffering from PTSD, and the impacts of domestic violence.
I believe that therapy is a safe, supportive space where healing begins with understanding, validation, and self-compassion. I am committed to supporting them as they work toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
A lot of fighting going on? Work it out NOW! I help individuals and families improve the quality of their lives. Parents are included to help the issues our children face today to form a strong family unit and get through tough times. I have been trained in many modalities, including psychotherapy, communication, play therapy, education, visualization, meditation, hypnosis and more.
A lot of fighting going on? Work it out NOW! I help individuals and families improve the quality of their lives. Parents are included to help the issues our children face today to form a strong family unit and get through tough times. I have been trained in many modalities, including psychotherapy, communication, play therapy, education, visualization, meditation, hypnosis and more.
Have you ever heard that you have an anger management problem? Is substance abuse an issue? Do you have teenagers that are "challenging?" Dr. Kaufman is a licensed marriage and family therapist who works in the area of helping people through various issues including anger management, substance abuse and alternative parenting techniques for parents of challenging teens for over 29 years. He has helped thousands of individuals, couples and families. He is a licensed anger management and domestic violence provider for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties and has lectured extensively. He creates a safe and supportive environment.
Have you ever heard that you have an anger management problem? Is substance abuse an issue? Do you have teenagers that are "challenging?" Dr. Kaufman is a licensed marriage and family therapist who works in the area of helping people through various issues including anger management, substance abuse and alternative parenting techniques for parents of challenging teens for over 29 years. He has helped thousands of individuals, couples and families. He is a licensed anger management and domestic violence provider for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties and has lectured extensively. He creates a safe and supportive environment.
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Clarify. I’m deeply commitment to the human experience and will help you feel better. I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning & you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Clarify. I’m deeply commitment to the human experience and will help you feel better. I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning & you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
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You might be a gay man feeling the quiet pressure of queer culture, an entrepreneur battling imposter syndrome, a creative feeling stuck at a crossroads, or part of a couple struggling to reconnect. Wherever you find yourself, this is the space where I do my best work—helping people move through the hard moments with honesty, clarity, and purpose. Through a blend of therapy and coaching, I meet you where you are and help you take grounded steps toward the life you want.
You might be a gay man feeling the quiet pressure of queer culture, an entrepreneur battling imposter syndrome, a creative feeling stuck at a crossroads, or part of a couple struggling to reconnect. Wherever you find yourself, this is the space where I do my best work—helping people move through the hard moments with honesty, clarity, and purpose. Through a blend of therapy and coaching, I meet you where you are and help you take grounded steps toward the life you want.
Individual therapy and life or career coach is the same
I'm an expert with adults from mid 20s to mid 60s. My clients see me as someone who connects them to their best selves. I'm non-judgmental, positive, always honest, and create a safe environment for you to tell your story. I acquired my MSW at Hunter College School of Social Work in NYC and at USC in Los Angeles, CA. for my PhD in Social Work. I have lived and worked in 3 of the most cultural diverse cities in the world, NYC, Jerusalem and Los Angeles.
Individual therapy and life or career coach is the same
I'm an expert with adults from mid 20s to mid 60s. My clients see me as someone who connects them to their best selves. I'm non-judgmental, positive, always honest, and create a safe environment for you to tell your story. I acquired my MSW at Hunter College School of Social Work in NYC and at USC in Los Angeles, CA. for my PhD in Social Work. I have lived and worked in 3 of the most cultural diverse cities in the world, NYC, Jerusalem and Los Angeles.
I help high-performers overcome the complex stressors of their professional and personal lives using cognitive behavioral therapies, sport psychology, and holistic mind-body interventions. I collaborate with clients to help them anxiety, life transitions, family or relationship conflict, grief, and trauma, all of which shows up for them at work or in life in unexpected ways. They are seeking insight on thinking, beliefs, or feelings that keep them stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, and want to develop new tools for managing emotions, healthy communication and boundaries, and for moving forward on self-identified goals.
I help high-performers overcome the complex stressors of their professional and personal lives using cognitive behavioral therapies, sport psychology, and holistic mind-body interventions. I collaborate with clients to help them anxiety, life transitions, family or relationship conflict, grief, and trauma, all of which shows up for them at work or in life in unexpected ways. They are seeking insight on thinking, beliefs, or feelings that keep them stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, and want to develop new tools for managing emotions, healthy communication and boundaries, and for moving forward on self-identified goals.
Therapeutically, I have gravitated towards Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) blended with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mainly because of the drive I have to maintain hope for others, engrained in me from my fire service career.
Hello, my name is Derek Nunn and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. My approach to our collaboration is a solution-focused therapeutic approach revolving around you being the expert with your desired outcomes and my use of specific questions to help identify and amplify strengths, skills, and resources moving you in the direction of your preferred future. Each session is driven by you as we will address your best hopes for each conversation to encourage a respectful collaboration between the two of us.
Therapeutically, I have gravitated towards Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) blended with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mainly because of the drive I have to maintain hope for others, engrained in me from my fire service career.
Hello, my name is Derek Nunn and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. My approach to our collaboration is a solution-focused therapeutic approach revolving around you being the expert with your desired outcomes and my use of specific questions to help identify and amplify strengths, skills, and resources moving you in the direction of your preferred future. Each session is driven by you as we will address your best hopes for each conversation to encourage a respectful collaboration between the two of us.
You will find me caring, candid and compassionate as I support you. I assess and communicate clearly in professional transitions and personal life choices. I support, comfort and encourage you as you become more confident, courageous and resilient at home and the professional setting.
You will find me caring, candid and compassionate as I support you. I assess and communicate clearly in professional transitions and personal life choices. I support, comfort and encourage you as you become more confident, courageous and resilient at home and the professional setting.
Follow your passion, change your career, rebuild self-esteem, strengthen relationships, control addiction, delete stress, find balance in your life.
In these tough economic times, the FIRST issue is often to help people find work and a sense of security. THEN you can focus on the other parts of your psychological life.
Learn how to redefine your goals, refocus your skills,combat depression, regain self-esteem. In short - get unstuck!
Follow your passion, change your career, rebuild self-esteem, strengthen relationships, control addiction, delete stress, find balance in your life.
In these tough economic times, the FIRST issue is often to help people find work and a sense of security. THEN you can focus on the other parts of your psychological life.
Learn how to redefine your goals, refocus your skills,combat depression, regain self-esteem. In short - get unstuck!
You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but lately it feels like your career is draining more than it’s giving.
I support clients experiencing stress that doesn’t ease with time off, ADHD-related overwhelm, loss of motivation or direction in roles that no longer fit, or the fear that comes with knowing it’s time to pivot. My burnout recovery coaching blends values-based reflection, energy management, and realistic boundary setting.
You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but lately it feels like your career is draining more than it’s giving.
I support clients experiencing stress that doesn’t ease with time off, ADHD-related overwhelm, loss of motivation or direction in roles that no longer fit, or the fear that comes with knowing it’s time to pivot. My burnout recovery coaching blends values-based reflection, energy management, and realistic boundary setting.
I work mainly with individuals. I address such questions as: Are you having difficulties in your relationships? Do you experience anxiety or depression? Do you just want to feel better about yourself and reach your full potential? And I'm especially qualified to help Creative and LGBT people. Are you a Creative person with high standards for yourself or who has a hard time dealing with rejection? As a long-time member of SAG-AFTRA, I help you to recognize that being creative is hard and to strive for excellence instead of "perfection."
I work mainly with individuals. I address such questions as: Are you having difficulties in your relationships? Do you experience anxiety or depression? Do you just want to feel better about yourself and reach your full potential? And I'm especially qualified to help Creative and LGBT people. Are you a Creative person with high standards for yourself or who has a hard time dealing with rejection? As a long-time member of SAG-AFTRA, I help you to recognize that being creative is hard and to strive for excellence instead of "perfection."
Hello, I am Maria Morales, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, born and raised in San Fernando Valley. I received my Undergraduate Degree in Liberal Studies from Mount Saint Mary's University in 2010 and continued my education at the University of Southern California receiving my Master in Social Work and Public Health in 2015. Establishing rapport is essential in psychotherapy as well as maintaining confidentiality. I often draws on my shared cultural experiences with clients, fostering an environment where openness and vulnerability are encouraged.
Hello, I am Maria Morales, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, born and raised in San Fernando Valley. I received my Undergraduate Degree in Liberal Studies from Mount Saint Mary's University in 2010 and continued my education at the University of Southern California receiving my Master in Social Work and Public Health in 2015. Establishing rapport is essential in psychotherapy as well as maintaining confidentiality. I often draws on my shared cultural experiences with clients, fostering an environment where openness and vulnerability are encouraged.
Hello and welcome.
Psychotherapy is a transformative tool to assist you in centering your mind, body, and spirit. There is no need to limit your life or extend your suffering, I can help you find the relief you’ve been searching for. I’m trained, licensed, and competent in various evidence based practices. In honor of the diverse and multicultural world we live in; along with my own life experiences. As of result of this, I have evolved into an experienced Integrative Therapist.
Hello and welcome.
Psychotherapy is a transformative tool to assist you in centering your mind, body, and spirit. There is no need to limit your life or extend your suffering, I can help you find the relief you’ve been searching for. I’m trained, licensed, and competent in various evidence based practices. In honor of the diverse and multicultural world we live in; along with my own life experiences. As of result of this, I have evolved into an experienced Integrative Therapist.
Joanna Mary Saporito, LCSW A Professional Corp.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
2 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91202
In my 25+ years of experience , I have had extensive training in the following areas: loss & grief, domestic abuse, education and career issues, anxiety & depression, Myers Briggs Type Indicator & the Strong Interest Inventory.
The relationship between client and therapist is important to me, as that is the starting point of any change you may seek. It is my hope that you to feel valued and respected in a non-judgmental environment. I will help you establish the goals you want to achieve, and then guide the process to make that happen.
In my 25+ years of experience , I have had extensive training in the following areas: loss & grief, domestic abuse, education and career issues, anxiety & depression, Myers Briggs Type Indicator & the Strong Interest Inventory.
The relationship between client and therapist is important to me, as that is the starting point of any change you may seek. It is my hope that you to feel valued and respected in a non-judgmental environment. I will help you establish the goals you want to achieve, and then guide the process to make that happen.
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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.