Career Counseling Therapists in Shelbyville, KY
Now, that's the Spirit! As a Catholic mental health professional, I am dedicated to upholding the ethical and moral principles of faith in my practice and promoting healing that is rooted in love, faith, and compassion.
Now, that's the Spirit! As a Catholic mental health professional, I am dedicated to upholding the ethical and moral principles of faith in my practice and promoting healing that is rooted in love, faith, and compassion.
Online Therapists
Jeff Yocom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40218
Waitlist for new clients
I help clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals using therapeutic methods that match their needs, strengths and values. I’ve helped clients from varied backgrounds deal with depression, anxiety, substance issues and the negative impact of recent and past trauma. I also help clients manage stress, life transitions and difficult decisions. I work with clients of all genders, sexual orientations and spiritual outlooks. My personal experience as a husband and father, along with my prior career in business, helps many male clients feel welcome and understood, even if they are wary about entering therapy.
I help clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals using therapeutic methods that match their needs, strengths and values. I’ve helped clients from varied backgrounds deal with depression, anxiety, substance issues and the negative impact of recent and past trauma. I also help clients manage stress, life transitions and difficult decisions. I work with clients of all genders, sexual orientations and spiritual outlooks. My personal experience as a husband and father, along with my prior career in business, helps many male clients feel welcome and understood, even if they are wary about entering therapy.
Having worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career changes, OCD and ADHD, we will begin where you are right now, and address what feels most important to you, with absolute acceptance, and validation.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in Kentucky, Indiana, Kansas, Maine, Utah, and Nevada. I received my Masters from Western Kentucky University, and have bee practicing for 28 years. I help individuals, and couples to overcome "old programming", develop new and healing programming, and utilize places of self-empowerment. Increasing one's relationship with oneself, helps one to have greater relationships with others, and all other parts of life.
Having worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career changes, OCD and ADHD, we will begin where you are right now, and address what feels most important to you, with absolute acceptance, and validation.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in Kentucky, Indiana, Kansas, Maine, Utah, and Nevada. I received my Masters from Western Kentucky University, and have bee practicing for 28 years. I help individuals, and couples to overcome "old programming", develop new and healing programming, and utilize places of self-empowerment. Increasing one's relationship with oneself, helps one to have greater relationships with others, and all other parts of life.
Amanda G. Patrick
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Scottsville, KY 42164
Ultimately, my goal is to work myself out of a job as you gain the confidence and insight to make the positive change you seek.
If you’re here, reading this, chances are you’re uncertain about where life is heading. You’re not alone, friend. Life can be incredibly tough and messy. But I must say, there’s beauty and huge potential in the falling, stumbling, not knowing and feeling lost. Why? Because that’s when the best changes can be made! My therapy style is solution-focused and begins with meeting you where you are. After all, you’re the expert in your journey. No one will ever know your life as you do. My goal is to honor that in working with you to create a new narrative that is full of joy, hope, and possibilities.
Ultimately, my goal is to work myself out of a job as you gain the confidence and insight to make the positive change you seek.
If you’re here, reading this, chances are you’re uncertain about where life is heading. You’re not alone, friend. Life can be incredibly tough and messy. But I must say, there’s beauty and huge potential in the falling, stumbling, not knowing and feeling lost. Why? Because that’s when the best changes can be made! My therapy style is solution-focused and begins with meeting you where you are. After all, you’re the expert in your journey. No one will ever know your life as you do. My goal is to honor that in working with you to create a new narrative that is full of joy, hope, and possibilities.
I have experienced life's uncertainties as well: Been married and divorced; Started a career later in life; learned boundaries; self-esteem/body image issues.
Have you ever felt like you were missing out on something but not sure what? Do you feel like you could be fulfilled but you don't know how to get there? Are you going through a transition in your life and need reassurance or guidance from a non-judgmental place? If so, now is a good time to reach out and explore your own inner strength to make life feel whole again. I work with individuals from teens to retirement age, couples in different stages of their relationship, and young adults who are trying to find their own identity in this world. I also work with clients who want to change their story and create their own.
I have experienced life's uncertainties as well: Been married and divorced; Started a career later in life; learned boundaries; self-esteem/body image issues.
Have you ever felt like you were missing out on something but not sure what? Do you feel like you could be fulfilled but you don't know how to get there? Are you going through a transition in your life and need reassurance or guidance from a non-judgmental place? If so, now is a good time to reach out and explore your own inner strength to make life feel whole again. I work with individuals from teens to retirement age, couples in different stages of their relationship, and young adults who are trying to find their own identity in this world. I also work with clients who want to change their story and create their own.
Julie Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nicholasville, KY 40356
Your job is to share your story and be open to learning new ways of doing or thinking about things.
December 2023- Short wait-list for new clients, 4-6 weeks. Appointments are T, W, Th during the day. Life can be challenging and therapy can be an important support during times of uncertainty and change. I enjoy working with clients to increase awareness of their strengths and develop skills for coping with challenges. I welcome and have worked with individuals from a variety of different backgrounds, including clients from other countries and cultures, Black clients and other people of color and LGBTQ+ clients.
Your job is to share your story and be open to learning new ways of doing or thinking about things.
December 2023- Short wait-list for new clients, 4-6 weeks. Appointments are T, W, Th during the day. Life can be challenging and therapy can be an important support during times of uncertainty and change. I enjoy working with clients to increase awareness of their strengths and develop skills for coping with challenges. I welcome and have worked with individuals from a variety of different backgrounds, including clients from other countries and cultures, Black clients and other people of color and LGBTQ+ clients.
Darlena Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty is assisting Clients in navigating through life as a “Life Coach” including Career Planning, Education, Relationship Issues; however, I also have extensive experience working with clients who have been diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse and PTSD.
Nothing Worth Having Is Easily Gotten whether it be going back to school, changing careers, saving a marriage, working through past trauma or beating the odds. I believe Confidence is the key to living your best life. Without Confidence, we limit ourselves and when we limit ourselves, we tend to settle. I don’t believe in settling and I don’t believe YOU should settle either. I believe that everyone deserves a chance at a better much happier life, and I believe you can conquer any obstacle, and reach any goal if you just take a leap of faith, work hard and believe in yourself.
My specialty is assisting Clients in navigating through life as a “Life Coach” including Career Planning, Education, Relationship Issues; however, I also have extensive experience working with clients who have been diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse and PTSD.
Nothing Worth Having Is Easily Gotten whether it be going back to school, changing careers, saving a marriage, working through past trauma or beating the odds. I believe Confidence is the key to living your best life. Without Confidence, we limit ourselves and when we limit ourselves, we tend to settle. I don’t believe in settling and I don’t believe YOU should settle either. I believe that everyone deserves a chance at a better much happier life, and I believe you can conquer any obstacle, and reach any goal if you just take a leap of faith, work hard and believe in yourself.
The love for helping others through their trauma and struggles then fueled my career.
Hello, my name is Sarah Lowe. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have been practicing therapy for the past five years. I have worked with a variety of clients from young kids to older adults. My most common approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral therapy. I have treated clients with various diagnoses, and I’ve received specific training in trauma focused therapy. I mostly use cognitive behavioral therapy as my approach in sessions. I tend to also use strengths based perspective, and motivational interviewing. I’ve also had experience utilizing trauma focused therapy.
The love for helping others through their trauma and struggles then fueled my career.
Hello, my name is Sarah Lowe. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have been practicing therapy for the past five years. I have worked with a variety of clients from young kids to older adults. My most common approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral therapy. I have treated clients with various diagnoses, and I’ve received specific training in trauma focused therapy. I mostly use cognitive behavioral therapy as my approach in sessions. I tend to also use strengths based perspective, and motivational interviewing. I’ve also had experience utilizing trauma focused therapy.
David Kingsbury
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LCADC, NCC, ICAADC
Verified Verified
Columbia, KY 42728
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
Dr. Tomerial Brooks, LCSW, MBA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40517 (Online Only)
Other specialties include: Career development/identity development, life transition issues, codependency issues and multicultural/racial identity concerns.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker the past 16 years, I have worked with a variety of clients including Adolescents, Adults and Emerging Adults. I enjoy working with adults most. Having worked at a CMHC the majority of my career, I gained skills in working with adults presenting with a range of concerns including trauma, mood disorders, addictions, grief, anxiety and depression as well as life transition changes. I also have experience with anger management, parenting issues and multicultural concerns. I hold a range of clinical expertise and experience working with adults from a place of compassion, understanding and in a judgement free environment.
Other specialties include: Career development/identity development, life transition issues, codependency issues and multicultural/racial identity concerns.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker the past 16 years, I have worked with a variety of clients including Adolescents, Adults and Emerging Adults. I enjoy working with adults most. Having worked at a CMHC the majority of my career, I gained skills in working with adults presenting with a range of concerns including trauma, mood disorders, addictions, grief, anxiety and depression as well as life transition changes. I also have experience with anger management, parenting issues and multicultural concerns. I hold a range of clinical expertise and experience working with adults from a place of compassion, understanding and in a judgement free environment.
I specialize in treating perfectionism, self-esteem, grief, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, career, and stress-related issues; with a focus on teens and young adults (16-35 years old).
Many people realize it's time to start processing their past to move forward in becoming their best selves. It can feel overwhelming to process past experiences & learn new habits in a society that promotes comparison. Weekly Healing’s mission is to support clients in their healing journey. We honor this mission through collaboration, accountability, empowerment, & compassion so clients can live an authentic life. Through a therapeutic relationship, we aim to help you feel confident in advocating and caring for yourself as you process past trauma & heal inner wounds. Our joint purpose will be to help you live fully and purposefully.
I specialize in treating perfectionism, self-esteem, grief, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, career, and stress-related issues; with a focus on teens and young adults (16-35 years old).
Many people realize it's time to start processing their past to move forward in becoming their best selves. It can feel overwhelming to process past experiences & learn new habits in a society that promotes comparison. Weekly Healing’s mission is to support clients in their healing journey. We honor this mission through collaboration, accountability, empowerment, & compassion so clients can live an authentic life. Through a therapeutic relationship, we aim to help you feel confident in advocating and caring for yourself as you process past trauma & heal inner wounds. Our joint purpose will be to help you live fully and purposefully.
Charlene Brown McDonald
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Thomas, KY 41075 (Online Only)
Feeling weighed down by grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma? Maybe you're having trouble making sense of it all and moving forward. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship issues and setting healthy boundaries with family, friends, and significant others? Maybe your career/education path just isn't meeting your needs. You want to feel better about yourself and learn healthy skills to live your life to the fullest. You deserve it.
Feeling weighed down by grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma? Maybe you're having trouble making sense of it all and moving forward. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship issues and setting healthy boundaries with family, friends, and significant others? Maybe your career/education path just isn't meeting your needs. You want to feel better about yourself and learn healthy skills to live your life to the fullest. You deserve it.
Annie St. Clair
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40223
This might include considering a career change, coming to terms with a divorce, feeling like you've lost yourself after baby, exploring your sexuality, finding joy again after loss or trauma.
Hi, I'm Annie. I specialize in working with adults around identity issues and life transitions. You know...figuring out who you are and why you are the way you are. How we define our own identity in an ever-changing world matters...and it's tough work. I want to hear your story and help you shape your future. I work with a trauma-informed approach and am EMDR-trained.
This might include considering a career change, coming to terms with a divorce, feeling like you've lost yourself after baby, exploring your sexuality, finding joy again after loss or trauma.
Hi, I'm Annie. I specialize in working with adults around identity issues and life transitions. You know...figuring out who you are and why you are the way you are. How we define our own identity in an ever-changing world matters...and it's tough work. I want to hear your story and help you shape your future. I work with a trauma-informed approach and am EMDR-trained.
Sharon Perkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40220
Waitlist for new clients
Counseling can provide you with new perspectives on your relationships, your career, and your personal challenges.
Life's transitions and changes can be difficult -- especially on top of the everyday stresses you are already experiencing! Transitions can be challenging, even when you choose them (marriage, children, a new job, retirement, etc.) Transitions that are imposed on you can be even more difficult (divorce, cancer, job loss, aging parents, infidelity, or grief from the death of a friend, spouse, partner, or parent.) Facing any of these can be difficult. Facing several at the same time can be overwhelming! These experiences can have devastating effects on your health, your happiness, and your ability to feel hope.
Counseling can provide you with new perspectives on your relationships, your career, and your personal challenges.
Life's transitions and changes can be difficult -- especially on top of the everyday stresses you are already experiencing! Transitions can be challenging, even when you choose them (marriage, children, a new job, retirement, etc.) Transitions that are imposed on you can be even more difficult (divorce, cancer, job loss, aging parents, infidelity, or grief from the death of a friend, spouse, partner, or parent.) Facing any of these can be difficult. Facing several at the same time can be overwhelming! These experiences can have devastating effects on your health, your happiness, and your ability to feel hope.
I offer career counseling opportunities for positive life changes.
I am a person centered counselor, I focus on both my client's needs and the solutions they are seeking. My clients receive support, confidentiality, and a safe place to open up and share. Transition and life's unexpected chaos is a powerful obstacle for many and challenging for most. My practice offers personal attention and an opportunity to be more flexible with the clients needs.
I offer career counseling opportunities for positive life changes.
I am a person centered counselor, I focus on both my client's needs and the solutions they are seeking. My clients receive support, confidentiality, and a safe place to open up and share. Transition and life's unexpected chaos is a powerful obstacle for many and challenging for most. My practice offers personal attention and an opportunity to be more flexible with the clients needs.
Are thoughts of retirement or making career changes bringing up fear and angst for you? Have you recently become a caregiver for a loved one who is struggling with a chronic illness or have you been diagnosed with a life-threatening chronic illness and are still coming to terms with it? Are you struggling with a relationship loss or a death loss? As we go through life we undergo so many transitions- some planned and some unplanned. If you need a safe space to explore how these transitions are affecting you then I may be the professional for you.
Are thoughts of retirement or making career changes bringing up fear and angst for you? Have you recently become a caregiver for a loved one who is struggling with a chronic illness or have you been diagnosed with a life-threatening chronic illness and are still coming to terms with it? Are you struggling with a relationship loss or a death loss? As we go through life we undergo so many transitions- some planned and some unplanned. If you need a safe space to explore how these transitions are affecting you then I may be the professional for you.
Rick Hudson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40205
Waitlist for new clients
My work with clients has included addressing depression, anxiety, self-esteem and identity concerns as well as the social/emotional challenges that accompany ADHD, Autism and other disabilities. As a self avowed ‘nerd therapist’ with ADHD myself, I am passionate about working with fellow nerds, outcasts, artists or creatives who may feel out of sync with a mainstream approach. I am particularly adept at assisting clients in identifying their strengths and talents and applying them toward career, educational and other life goals. I am sex positive and endeavor to be an ally to LGBTQ+, poly and kink communities.
My work with clients has included addressing depression, anxiety, self-esteem and identity concerns as well as the social/emotional challenges that accompany ADHD, Autism and other disabilities. As a self avowed ‘nerd therapist’ with ADHD myself, I am passionate about working with fellow nerds, outcasts, artists or creatives who may feel out of sync with a mainstream approach. I am particularly adept at assisting clients in identifying their strengths and talents and applying them toward career, educational and other life goals. I am sex positive and endeavor to be an ally to LGBTQ+, poly and kink communities.
Deborah Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
I work with adults 18-99, providing individualized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, such as relationship loss, career shifts, or relocation.
My journey began in the rugged beauty of the Kentucky mountains, where I learned the value of strength and perseverance as the youngest of ten children in a family touched by hardship. As a child of divorce, I experienced adversity loss, and uncertainty. I always wanted a college degree but, it would not become a reality until my forties, when I finally pursued and attained my Master’s Degree in Social Work. My lifelong passion for the underdog, hurting or distressed people, led me to pursue a career as a therapist.
I work with adults 18-99, providing individualized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, such as relationship loss, career shifts, or relocation.
My journey began in the rugged beauty of the Kentucky mountains, where I learned the value of strength and perseverance as the youngest of ten children in a family touched by hardship. As a child of divorce, I experienced adversity loss, and uncertainty. I always wanted a college degree but, it would not become a reality until my forties, when I finally pursued and attained my Master’s Degree in Social Work. My lifelong passion for the underdog, hurting or distressed people, led me to pursue a career as a therapist.
Jana Faye Wilson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475
I have worked with clients with a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD.
Hello, My name is Jana Wilson. I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Kentucky by the National Board of Professional Counselors to provide mental health counseling. I graduated from Mid-Continent University receiving a B.A. in Missions and Evangelism. I obtained my M.Ed., in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Murray State University, Ky. I have over 9 years of experience and extensive training in treating adolescent and adult behavior concerns. As well as, 4.5 years training and experience in suicide crisis prevention and intervention.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD.
Hello, My name is Jana Wilson. I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Kentucky by the National Board of Professional Counselors to provide mental health counseling. I graduated from Mid-Continent University receiving a B.A. in Missions and Evangelism. I obtained my M.Ed., in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Murray State University, Ky. I have over 9 years of experience and extensive training in treating adolescent and adult behavior concerns. As well as, 4.5 years training and experience in suicide crisis prevention and intervention.
Sheryl Withers Woolverton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
Burnout, chronic health issues, job concerns, retirement, divorce, grief & loss.
Life doesn't always go as planned. Do you find yourself encountering an unexpected detour in life, in need of creating a fresh start or simply feeling things could be better? My life & wellness coaching practice focuses upon helping women rebuild & reinvent their life when faced with unplanned & planned transitions. Individual coaching is designed to offer deliberate, tailored, & exceptional one-on-one support to a small, exclusive group of clients, ensuring a highly personalized experience. Together we work at helping to create a life that brings you to life.
Burnout, chronic health issues, job concerns, retirement, divorce, grief & loss.
Life doesn't always go as planned. Do you find yourself encountering an unexpected detour in life, in need of creating a fresh start or simply feeling things could be better? My life & wellness coaching practice focuses upon helping women rebuild & reinvent their life when faced with unplanned & planned transitions. Individual coaching is designed to offer deliberate, tailored, & exceptional one-on-one support to a small, exclusive group of clients, ensuring a highly personalized experience. Together we work at helping to create a life that brings you to life.
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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.