Career Counseling Therapists in San Jose, CA

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Jennifer M Ray, Ph.D
Psychologist, PhD
San Jose, CA 95126
Whether that means learning to be more assertive, developing confidence or getting out of an unhealthy relationship, or job situation,being a better parent or partner, I help people gain the self respect, and insight to reach their potential.
I provide effective, research based therapy to help you move from surviving to thriving. If stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems are keeping you from being truly happy, it's time to do something about it. You can't solve a problem if you don't acknowledge you have one. With over 25 years clinical experience, I offer compassionate therapy in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you need help with life transitions, relationship issues,parenting challenges, depression or anxiety, I can help you get the support, insight and skills you need.
Whether that means learning to be more assertive, developing confidence or getting out of an unhealthy relationship, or job situation,being a better parent or partner, I help people gain the self respect, and insight to reach their potential.
I provide effective, research based therapy to help you move from surviving to thriving. If stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems are keeping you from being truly happy, it's time to do something about it. You can't solve a problem if you don't acknowledge you have one. With over 25 years clinical experience, I offer compassionate therapy in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you need help with life transitions, relationship issues,parenting challenges, depression or anxiety, I can help you get the support, insight and skills you need.
(916) 546-3548 View (916) 546-3548
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Gita Rai
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Gita Rai is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. Gita is committed to providing therapy to individuals, adolescents, and families facing a wide array of challenges. Her areas of specialization include mood disorders, life transitions, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, and eating disorders. Gita has extensive experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings. She also has a background in supporting neurodivergent (ND) individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), (ADHD), and dual diagnoses.
Gita Rai is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. Gita is committed to providing therapy to individuals, adolescents, and families facing a wide array of challenges. Her areas of specialization include mood disorders, life transitions, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, and eating disorders. Gita has extensive experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings. She also has a background in supporting neurodivergent (ND) individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), (ADHD), and dual diagnoses.
(408) 539-9821 View (408) 539-9821
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Steve Monte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95131
ATTENTION PROFESSIONALS STRUGGLING WITH HIGH ANXIETY AND/OR RELATIONSHIP ISSUES (AT WORK OR HOME): You really want to talk with someone, but you're not sure who to trust. When you describe tough challenges at work or with your family, you want someone who GETS IT. The last thing you need is to discover that your counselor has too little experience to bring any new solutions to the table. You're looking for someone who's "BEEN THERE AND DONE THAT." Someone who inspires confidence with the way they approach their work, and someone who's already solved the problems you're dealing with.
ATTENTION PROFESSIONALS STRUGGLING WITH HIGH ANXIETY AND/OR RELATIONSHIP ISSUES (AT WORK OR HOME): You really want to talk with someone, but you're not sure who to trust. When you describe tough challenges at work or with your family, you want someone who GETS IT. The last thing you need is to discover that your counselor has too little experience to bring any new solutions to the table. You're looking for someone who's "BEEN THERE AND DONE THAT." Someone who inspires confidence with the way they approach their work, and someone who's already solved the problems you're dealing with.
(510) 405-4674 View (510) 405-4674
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R Brian Salinas
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Online Only
As an adult in today’s society the pressures and stress take their toll on our mental health. I work with adults, helping them develop the skills necessary to successfully navigate life’s stressors. My work addresses a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, divorce and other family issues, substance abuse and dependence, trauma, stage of life issues, professional stresses and transitions, and deeper exploration of emotional, psychological and spiritual issues. I use a mix of approaches designed to help my patients gain insight and deal with the core issues they wish to address.
As an adult in today’s society the pressures and stress take their toll on our mental health. I work with adults, helping them develop the skills necessary to successfully navigate life’s stressors. My work addresses a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, divorce and other family issues, substance abuse and dependence, trauma, stage of life issues, professional stresses and transitions, and deeper exploration of emotional, psychological and spiritual issues. I use a mix of approaches designed to help my patients gain insight and deal with the core issues they wish to address.
(408) 461-3118 View (408) 461-3118
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Los Angeles County
Psychologist, PhD
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, college counseling centers, hospital clinics, and HMO clinics. Therefore, I have experience working with a diverse range of patient populations and presenting issues. My predoctoral training helped me to assist clients with depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. My postdoctoral training focused on trauma work, including sexual assault and child abuse. I welcome a complimentary phone consultation.
I have worked in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, college counseling centers, hospital clinics, and HMO clinics. Therefore, I have experience working with a diverse range of patient populations and presenting issues. My predoctoral training helped me to assist clients with depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. My postdoctoral training focused on trauma work, including sexual assault and child abuse. I welcome a complimentary phone consultation.
(626) 261-4069 View (626) 261-4069
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Cindy Feng
Psychologist, PsyD
Serves Area
I specialize in helping adults, teens, and children who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and stress related to career, relationship, family, and school.
I specialize in providing culturally-sensitive and empowering therapy with the goal of helping clients work toward positive and lasting change. Therapy is an active and collaborative platform for growth.
I specialize in helping adults, teens, and children who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and stress related to career, relationship, family, and school.
I specialize in providing culturally-sensitive and empowering therapy with the goal of helping clients work toward positive and lasting change. Therapy is an active and collaborative platform for growth.
(415) 650-5736 View (415) 650-5736
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Sharon Qi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, BCBA, PhD
Online Only
I also support those experiencing frustration in their early careers or career transitions.
I use various counseling strategies including ABA, CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, or motivational interviewing. I have worked at Appletree Psychological Services for six to seven years. I am also joining other virtual mental health service organizations such as Headway mental health to provide service to more clients.
I also support those experiencing frustration in their early careers or career transitions.
I use various counseling strategies including ABA, CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, or motivational interviewing. I have worked at Appletree Psychological Services for six to seven years. I am also joining other virtual mental health service organizations such as Headway mental health to provide service to more clients.
(510) 462-5485 View (510) 462-5485
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Are you a high-achieving professional experiencing burnout, career transition stress, imposter syndrome, or workplace anxiety?
I specialize in career counseling and organizational psychology for professionals with burnout, career transitions, imposter syndrome, workplace stress, and leadership challenges. I offer in-person San Diego sessions and virtual nationwide. Using evidence-based coaching psychology and assessments, we create clarity, confidence, and sustainable growth.
Are you a high-achieving professional experiencing burnout, career transition stress, imposter syndrome, or workplace anxiety?
I specialize in career counseling and organizational psychology for professionals with burnout, career transitions, imposter syndrome, workplace stress, and leadership challenges. I offer in-person San Diego sessions and virtual nationwide. Using evidence-based coaching psychology and assessments, we create clarity, confidence, and sustainable growth.
(619) 728-2802 View (619) 728-2802
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Donna Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Greetings we have found each other. I am a licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience in helping individuals , I prioritize collaboration and respect for your unique journey. I strive to empower clients by helping them gain insight, develop coping strategies, and create positive change in their lives. Whether you are seeking support for navigating difficult life transitions, improving emotional well-being, or building healthier relationships, I am here to guide and support you in achieving your goals.
Greetings we have found each other. I am a licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience in helping individuals , I prioritize collaboration and respect for your unique journey. I strive to empower clients by helping them gain insight, develop coping strategies, and create positive change in their lives. Whether you are seeking support for navigating difficult life transitions, improving emotional well-being, or building healthier relationships, I am here to guide and support you in achieving your goals.
(341) 217-4019 View (341) 217-4019
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Gabriel Glatstein
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a clinical psychologist from Fresno, California, and have been licensed since 2016. I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology from The Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. I have provided therapy to clients in numerous settings, including; private practice, Kaiser Permanente, community mental health, and California State Prison. I specialize in mindfulness-based therapies.
I am a clinical psychologist from Fresno, California, and have been licensed since 2016. I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology from The Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. I have provided therapy to clients in numerous settings, including; private practice, Kaiser Permanente, community mental health, and California State Prison. I specialize in mindfulness-based therapies.
(559) 744-0600 View (559) 744-0600
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Shani Robins
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
There are specific, practical, scientifically proven methods for increasing happiness, success, and well being for yourself and in your relationships and significantly reducing anger, anxiety, stress, job loss, relationship conflicts, and hypertension.
I am an instructor at Stanford University and the Director of the Wisdom Therapy Institute in Palo Alto and also the University Director of the Ph.D. Clinical Training that integrates best practices from western psychological science (Emotional Intelligence & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and eastern traditions (Mindfulness Meditation, Empathy, Compassion, & Humility).
There are specific, practical, scientifically proven methods for increasing happiness, success, and well being for yourself and in your relationships and significantly reducing anger, anxiety, stress, job loss, relationship conflicts, and hypertension.
I am an instructor at Stanford University and the Director of the Wisdom Therapy Institute in Palo Alto and also the University Director of the Ph.D. Clinical Training that integrates best practices from western psychological science (Emotional Intelligence & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and eastern traditions (Mindfulness Meditation, Empathy, Compassion, & Humility).
(650) 830-5041 View (650) 830-5041
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Mark Hurwich
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Examples include entrepreneur's block, writer's block, getting past bad job experiences, networking, building executive presence, seeking courage to build new relationships, and other workplace phobias.
I offer a concentrated way to get unstuck--and also to reconnect to core intention and express more "great." For most clients, the work is fast--built around a 3-hour session with prep and several follow-ups. Initial consultation is free, and charges are aligned to income.
Examples include entrepreneur's block, writer's block, getting past bad job experiences, networking, building executive presence, seeking courage to build new relationships, and other workplace phobias.
I offer a concentrated way to get unstuck--and also to reconnect to core intention and express more "great." For most clients, the work is fast--built around a 3-hour session with prep and several follow-ups. Initial consultation is free, and charges are aligned to income.
(408) 598-1501 View (408) 598-1501
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Nicole Chess
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
You know how to perform. But somewhere along the way, the pressure stopped feeling like fuel and started feeling like weight. The anxiety, the burnout, the ADHD you've always pushed through — it's louder now, and it's costing you. You're not looking for someone to tell you to breathe more. You're looking for a real plan. u
You know how to perform. But somewhere along the way, the pressure stopped feeling like fuel and started feeling like weight. The anxiety, the burnout, the ADHD you've always pushed through — it's louder now, and it's costing you. You're not looking for someone to tell you to breathe more. You're looking for a real plan. u
(989) 514-7407 View (989) 514-7407
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Clarice Fangzhou Hassan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
You are bright, but you often don't know what you want out of life. You find yourself sad, lonely, sometimes rageful, and often without love. You are not alone. I understand the desire for control, and to 'know what to do.' I understand the fear that nothing will change. But you can change, as many have, and I can help.
You are bright, but you often don't know what you want out of life. You find yourself sad, lonely, sometimes rageful, and often without love. You are not alone. I understand the desire for control, and to 'know what to do.' I understand the fear that nothing will change. But you can change, as many have, and I can help.
(650) 663-4500 View (650) 663-4500
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Janika Filipe
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95129
I work with clients across the lifespan, with a strong interest in supporting young children, new parents, adolescents, couples, and families. My work with children focuses on behavioral challenges, life transitions, neurodivergence, and social difficulties. I tailor each session to the child’s unique interests, strengths, and developmental needs. With extensive experience working with children across a variety of settings, I feel confident in my ability to meet each child where they are. With adolescents and adults, I focus on interpersonal concerns, anxiety, depression, and navigating major life transitions.
I work with clients across the lifespan, with a strong interest in supporting young children, new parents, adolescents, couples, and families. My work with children focuses on behavioral challenges, life transitions, neurodivergence, and social difficulties. I tailor each session to the child’s unique interests, strengths, and developmental needs. With extensive experience working with children across a variety of settings, I feel confident in my ability to meet each child where they are. With adolescents and adults, I focus on interpersonal concerns, anxiety, depression, and navigating major life transitions.
(408) 443-2421 View (408) 443-2421
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Karisman Roberts-Douglass
Psychologist, PsyD
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in work with individuals and couples. I have a small private practice and I am a faculty counselor, consultant, and educator at San José State University. I believe each person has a unique and important story to tell. As a psychologist, I work to create a trusting environment in which to tell that story and through the process, help my clients discover solutions to problems, acceptance of the past, and hope for the future.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in work with individuals and couples. I have a small private practice and I am a faculty counselor, consultant, and educator at San José State University. I believe each person has a unique and important story to tell. As a psychologist, I work to create a trusting environment in which to tell that story and through the process, help my clients discover solutions to problems, acceptance of the past, and hope for the future.
(408) 916-4016 View (408) 916-4016
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Nolan Larry Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
I am an authentic, goal-oriented, passionate therapist that can help you gain life skills, become more present, and build the life you want. I provide care for people experiencing a lot of pressure, emotions that feel out of control, and who are feeling stressed in life. What makes me different: I have a lot of compassion and accept my clients just as they are, without judgment.
I am an authentic, goal-oriented, passionate therapist that can help you gain life skills, become more present, and build the life you want. I provide care for people experiencing a lot of pressure, emotions that feel out of control, and who are feeling stressed in life. What makes me different: I have a lot of compassion and accept my clients just as they are, without judgment.
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Helen Nichols
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
This work is my second career so while I don’t have decades of experience as a licensed therapist, I do have many decades of life experience.
My approach is centered around humanistic theory which sees the human as having a unique inner core with positive values that makes a constant effort to grow and actualize all its talents and aspirations. I use several therapeutic tools including Mindfulness, CBT, Psychoeducation, and Talk Therapy.
This work is my second career so while I don’t have decades of experience as a licensed therapist, I do have many decades of life experience.
My approach is centered around humanistic theory which sees the human as having a unique inner core with positive values that makes a constant effort to grow and actualize all its talents and aspirations. I use several therapeutic tools including Mindfulness, CBT, Psychoeducation, and Talk Therapy.
(213) 536-4072 View (213) 536-4072
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Tatevik Avanesyan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFTT
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95126
Most of us long for a loving, peaceful, and meaningful life, though our wish lists don’t end there. Is it possible to achieve it all, or even some of these things? I’m here to help you explore what truly matters to you and guide you as you navigate the changes you want to make. Whether through small, steady steps or a transformative breakthrough, our goal is to unlock your healing and growth and create the life you desire! I'm dedicated to helping individuals and couples find peace of mind, build meaningful relationships, and navigate life's challenges with purpose.
Most of us long for a loving, peaceful, and meaningful life, though our wish lists don’t end there. Is it possible to achieve it all, or even some of these things? I’m here to help you explore what truly matters to you and guide you as you navigate the changes you want to make. Whether through small, steady steps or a transformative breakthrough, our goal is to unlock your healing and growth and create the life you desire! I'm dedicated to helping individuals and couples find peace of mind, build meaningful relationships, and navigate life's challenges with purpose.
(650) 677-1403 View (650) 677-1403
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Jerry Kao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hey there! Feeling weighed down by depression or gripped by anxiety? Lost in life's twists and turns? Your journey matters, and I'm here to walk alongside you. I specialize in supporting those facing depression and anxiety by offering a compassionate hand to guide you toward healing and growth. I also assist those feeling adrift, helping them rediscover their purpose and direction. Our sessions are anything but cut-and-dried. They're dynamic, engaging, and full of possibilities. Bring a pen and notebook as we co-create strategies to propel you toward your aspirations.
Hey there! Feeling weighed down by depression or gripped by anxiety? Lost in life's twists and turns? Your journey matters, and I'm here to walk alongside you. I specialize in supporting those facing depression and anxiety by offering a compassionate hand to guide you toward healing and growth. I also assist those feeling adrift, helping them rediscover their purpose and direction. Our sessions are anything but cut-and-dried. They're dynamic, engaging, and full of possibilities. Bring a pen and notebook as we co-create strategies to propel you toward your aspirations.
(909) 787-2051 View (909) 787-2051

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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.