Career Counseling Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC

D'Angelo Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Stress can come from many different avenues of life ( career, family, relationships, society, and culture, etc) and can bring about depressions, anxiety, anger, isolation, and low-self esteem.
I specialize in helping clients gain more self-confidence, a stronger sense of identity, and the ability to build healthy interpersonal relationships and to trust his or her own decisions.
Stress can come from many different avenues of life ( career, family, relationships, society, and culture, etc) and can bring about depressions, anxiety, anger, isolation, and low-self esteem.
I specialize in helping clients gain more self-confidence, a stronger sense of identity, and the ability to build healthy interpersonal relationships and to trust his or her own decisions.

Dr. Sarah Renee Langley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My clients come to me when they are ready to gain the confidence, clarity, and courage needed to overcome imposter syndrome, stress, career frustration, life transitions, feelings of ineffectiveness, overwhelm, anxiety, grief/loss, and clinical depression.
I’ve studied the inhibitors and motivators of success and happiness, and therefore, created my own proven methods using a mixture of EMDR and Trauma Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Psychology, Positive Psychology, Brief, Solution Focused Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered Psychotherapy to help solve your problems.
My clients come to me when they are ready to gain the confidence, clarity, and courage needed to overcome imposter syndrome, stress, career frustration, life transitions, feelings of ineffectiveness, overwhelm, anxiety, grief/loss, and clinical depression.
I’ve studied the inhibitors and motivators of success and happiness, and therefore, created my own proven methods using a mixture of EMDR and Trauma Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Psychology, Positive Psychology, Brief, Solution Focused Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered Psychotherapy to help solve your problems.

As a therapist, I specialize in using CBT and strength-based approaches to empower clients navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and career growth, ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and compassionate, blending evidence-based techniques like CBT with a client-centered focus to create a safe space where we can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change together.
As a therapist, I specialize in using CBT and strength-based approaches to empower clients navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and career growth, ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and compassionate, blending evidence-based techniques like CBT with a client-centered focus to create a safe space where we can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change together.

Ryan Maddock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Have you experienced a loss of a job or a loved one or are currently in crisis?
I believe in a strength-based approach to empower you to navigate through life's challenges. One of my specializations is assisting individuals work through their grief/loss experiences. Loss in life does not only mean loss of a loved one, it can also be of the life you thought you would have. I also have experience working with other experiencing trauma.
Have you experienced a loss of a job or a loved one or are currently in crisis?
I believe in a strength-based approach to empower you to navigate through life's challenges. One of my specializations is assisting individuals work through their grief/loss experiences. Loss in life does not only mean loss of a loved one, it can also be of the life you thought you would have. I also have experience working with other experiencing trauma.

Bernard John Knight
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Shaw, Washington, DC 20001
I help clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions and career issues.
I help my clients identify issues whether past or present that may be contributing to anxiety and depression or preventing them from meeting their life goals. We develop tools and strategies that work. In the process, my clients become more self-aware, live more fulfilling lives and build stronger relationships at work and at home.
I help clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions and career issues.
I help my clients identify issues whether past or present that may be contributing to anxiety and depression or preventing them from meeting their life goals. We develop tools and strategies that work. In the process, my clients become more self-aware, live more fulfilling lives and build stronger relationships at work and at home.

Do you need leadership and career guidance?
Congratulations on taking the first step towards making some life changes. I understand because I've been there. Sometimes we all need a little support in achieving our goals. That’s just fine because life can be overwhelming. Often, we just need a bit of guidance finding the answers that are already inside of us and that’s when coaching can be helpful. The coaching process works well in any area of your life you want to develop or change. The hardest part is taking the first step and I work with men and women who do just that.
Do you need leadership and career guidance?
Congratulations on taking the first step towards making some life changes. I understand because I've been there. Sometimes we all need a little support in achieving our goals. That’s just fine because life can be overwhelming. Often, we just need a bit of guidance finding the answers that are already inside of us and that’s when coaching can be helpful. The coaching process works well in any area of your life you want to develop or change. The hardest part is taking the first step and I work with men and women who do just that.

Business practices that improve outcomes for communities and individuals plus organizational development have been my career focus.
You're successful, but you keep hitting ceilings you can't get past. You work tirelessly, are a non-stop learner and do-er and your efforts seem fruitless. You're driven, and systemic barriers keep holding you back. You give until you have nothing left to give and you have no idea how to get your own needs met in return.
Business practices that improve outcomes for communities and individuals plus organizational development have been my career focus.
You're successful, but you keep hitting ceilings you can't get past. You work tirelessly, are a non-stop learner and do-er and your efforts seem fruitless. You're driven, and systemic barriers keep holding you back. You give until you have nothing left to give and you have no idea how to get your own needs met in return.

Be it navigating adolescence, adulthood, family planning, career, or any point in between, Dr Jones, at Mind Of A Woman, can assist with your journey and accomplishing your goals.
We offer virtual health services to meet your needs for everything from ADHD, depression, postpartum issues, parenting, career and/or menopause to name a few areas of speciality care.
Be it navigating adolescence, adulthood, family planning, career, or any point in between, Dr Jones, at Mind Of A Woman, can assist with your journey and accomplishing your goals.
We offer virtual health services to meet your needs for everything from ADHD, depression, postpartum issues, parenting, career and/or menopause to name a few areas of speciality care.

I treat a wide range of concerns, with particular experience in infertility/pregnancy/perinatal, relationships, and navigating the demands of a busy family life and career, including parenting and elder care.
I strive to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for clients who feel burdened with hard feelings. You may be navigating a period of anxiety or depression, struggling with a difficult phase of life, or are unsure how to move beyond past experiences. We will create a collaborative partnership where we can work through these questions together, empowering you to find a path back to joy and calm in your life. I work with college students, adults, am Gottman-trained in couples work, and have particular expertise with clients experiencing infertility, adjusting to parenthood or navigating the joys and challenges of older kids.
I treat a wide range of concerns, with particular experience in infertility/pregnancy/perinatal, relationships, and navigating the demands of a busy family life and career, including parenting and elder care.
I strive to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for clients who feel burdened with hard feelings. You may be navigating a period of anxiety or depression, struggling with a difficult phase of life, or are unsure how to move beyond past experiences. We will create a collaborative partnership where we can work through these questions together, empowering you to find a path back to joy and calm in your life. I work with college students, adults, am Gottman-trained in couples work, and have particular expertise with clients experiencing infertility, adjusting to parenthood or navigating the joys and challenges of older kids.

If you are struggling with disordered eating, fertility, burnout, self esteem, body image, relationships, or career, we can work together to bring about concrete, long term change.
My aim in therapy is to help you find a more empowered life with a firmer understanding of yourself and confidence from the therapy tools you’ve gained. My approach pulls from research proven, evidence-based treatments combined with a warm and collaborative style. We will help you to gain useful insights and specific skills to manage your concerns.
If you are struggling with disordered eating, fertility, burnout, self esteem, body image, relationships, or career, we can work together to bring about concrete, long term change.
My aim in therapy is to help you find a more empowered life with a firmer understanding of yourself and confidence from the therapy tools you’ve gained. My approach pulls from research proven, evidence-based treatments combined with a warm and collaborative style. We will help you to gain useful insights and specific skills to manage your concerns.

Evan Tokarz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients from diverse backgrounds, addressing life/ job transitions, relationships, ADHD, LGBTQ+ issues, high-functioning ASD & more.
I work with clients to create tailored strategies for improving well-being in a supportive, no-judgment zone—yep, swearing is totally allowed. Expect practical insights, research-backed skills, and strategies that have worked for other clients.
I work with clients from diverse backgrounds, addressing life/ job transitions, relationships, ADHD, LGBTQ+ issues, high-functioning ASD & more.
I work with clients to create tailored strategies for improving well-being in a supportive, no-judgment zone—yep, swearing is totally allowed. Expect practical insights, research-backed skills, and strategies that have worked for other clients.
Meet Our Career Counseling Therapists

A Free Mind Integrated Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, RYT-200, C-DBT, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I specialize in all the " tough stuff," ranging from anxiety, career, depression, grief and loss, violence, ptsd, and adjustment disorders.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking your first step/s in seeking quality, professional mental health support. We want to see you create meaning and find solutions in your life. My name is Stacey Rowe. I am known loving as “ Thee Hope Dealer” by those I serve. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, as well as CEO and President of Free Mind Integrated Services LLC . I believe that my years in the trenches and overcoming some of life’s toughest battles gives me the fortitude to stand alongside you in your mission of finding your happiness. My team is passionate about the work that we do with our clients.
I specialize in all the " tough stuff," ranging from anxiety, career, depression, grief and loss, violence, ptsd, and adjustment disorders.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking your first step/s in seeking quality, professional mental health support. We want to see you create meaning and find solutions in your life. My name is Stacey Rowe. I am known loving as “ Thee Hope Dealer” by those I serve. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, as well as CEO and President of Free Mind Integrated Services LLC . I believe that my years in the trenches and overcoming some of life’s toughest battles gives me the fortitude to stand alongside you in your mission of finding your happiness. My team is passionate about the work that we do with our clients.

Clients struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, PTSD, grief, schizophrenia, bipolar, and personality disorders, as well as relationships, career support, aging, and other life issues are great candidates for therapy with me.
I am a practical, CBT-centered therapist, who will help my clients focus on identifying the concerns in their lives and fostering them create awareness, structure, and a strong, loving environment in their lives. First we assess how you think, and then together create coping skills tailored to you.
Clients struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, PTSD, grief, schizophrenia, bipolar, and personality disorders, as well as relationships, career support, aging, and other life issues are great candidates for therapy with me.
I am a practical, CBT-centered therapist, who will help my clients focus on identifying the concerns in their lives and fostering them create awareness, structure, and a strong, loving environment in their lives. First we assess how you think, and then together create coping skills tailored to you.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples through life adjustments, job changes, and finding meaning in your day-to-day.
I often work with clients dealing with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, or people coping with change. I also specifically work with families impacted by the child welfare triad (Birth Family, Foster/ Adoptive Parents/ Child). I am body-positive and LGBTQ+ friendly.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples through life adjustments, job changes, and finding meaning in your day-to-day.
I often work with clients dealing with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, or people coping with change. I also specifically work with families impacted by the child welfare triad (Birth Family, Foster/ Adoptive Parents/ Child). I am body-positive and LGBTQ+ friendly.

I have over 14 years of experience specializing in anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through their most challenging moments.
Are you feeling torn between the expectations of others and the yearnings of your own heart? Do you find yourself grappling with the weight of obligations while striving to pursue your own dreams? Are perfectionism and anxiety overwhelming you, leaving you in constant need of validation? You're not alone, and I want you to know that there is a safe space where your voice can be heard and your journey embraced. As a licensed therapist and a second-generation immigrant, I intimately understand the struggles you face. I've walked this journey myself, it's possible to find clarity and empowerment.
I have over 14 years of experience specializing in anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through their most challenging moments.
Are you feeling torn between the expectations of others and the yearnings of your own heart? Do you find yourself grappling with the weight of obligations while striving to pursue your own dreams? Are perfectionism and anxiety overwhelming you, leaving you in constant need of validation? You're not alone, and I want you to know that there is a safe space where your voice can be heard and your journey embraced. As a licensed therapist and a second-generation immigrant, I intimately understand the struggles you face. I've walked this journey myself, it's possible to find clarity and empowerment.

Beaucoup Wellness & Counseling: Sonya Brown, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
My job is to help you find your inner strength and reach your overall wellness goals.
In our time together, we will work toward developing new coping skills to help discover those personal strengths waiting to be revealed. I want to help you reach your goals, allowing a platform for you to feel understood. There are no 'pre-set' solutions to your unique struggles, which is why I offer a tailored approached to your healing.
My job is to help you find your inner strength and reach your overall wellness goals.
In our time together, we will work toward developing new coping skills to help discover those personal strengths waiting to be revealed. I want to help you reach your goals, allowing a platform for you to feel understood. There are no 'pre-set' solutions to your unique struggles, which is why I offer a tailored approached to your healing.

My areas of specialty are post traumatic disorders, grief and loss, relationships and communication, sadness and depression, stress and anxiety, gender and sexual identity, immigration and work and career struggles.
I create an environment that helps clients explore both the internal and external barriers to their healing and growth. As a psychologist I pull from working with diverse groups of people and assist on issues of trauma, grief, loss, relationship difficulties, wellness and health. To me, therapy is best when it's a mix of approaches that are used strategically to create a nonjudgmental and empathic atmosphere. My style is both warm and thought-provoking, and I actively collaborate with and support those with whom I work.
My areas of specialty are post traumatic disorders, grief and loss, relationships and communication, sadness and depression, stress and anxiety, gender and sexual identity, immigration and work and career struggles.
I create an environment that helps clients explore both the internal and external barriers to their healing and growth. As a psychologist I pull from working with diverse groups of people and assist on issues of trauma, grief, loss, relationship difficulties, wellness and health. To me, therapy is best when it's a mix of approaches that are used strategically to create a nonjudgmental and empathic atmosphere. My style is both warm and thought-provoking, and I actively collaborate with and support those with whom I work.

Christine Greer O'Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Our therapists and career coaches at the Quarterlife Center specialize in helping young adults survive their quarterlife crisis and thrive in their lives.
After obtaining a Masters from Columbia University and a PhD from NYU, I founded QLC so that young adults could feel less alone in their struggles and receive the support they need. From my own experience and my work with hundreds of clients, I know that immense positive growth and fulfillment can develop from a quarterlife crisis.
Our therapists and career coaches at the Quarterlife Center specialize in helping young adults survive their quarterlife crisis and thrive in their lives.
After obtaining a Masters from Columbia University and a PhD from NYU, I founded QLC so that young adults could feel less alone in their struggles and receive the support they need. From my own experience and my work with hundreds of clients, I know that immense positive growth and fulfillment can develop from a quarterlife crisis.

It is my job to help you toward your natural health.
Did you know you are never more than 1 thought away from a different life? I suspect if you are reading this you'd probably like to know how to do that. Whether it's problems with a partner, questioning your sexuality/gender, difficulty with colleagues or family, I can help you see a different way to tackle those problems. I offer a revolutionary way of doing CBT that allows you to see things and thus feel things differently...and quickly. Let's see if we can't make your life look more like what you want and need. Let's do it with insight and laughter, both of which I provide.
It is my job to help you toward your natural health.
Did you know you are never more than 1 thought away from a different life? I suspect if you are reading this you'd probably like to know how to do that. Whether it's problems with a partner, questioning your sexuality/gender, difficulty with colleagues or family, I can help you see a different way to tackle those problems. I offer a revolutionary way of doing CBT that allows you to see things and thus feel things differently...and quickly. Let's see if we can't make your life look more like what you want and need. Let's do it with insight and laughter, both of which I provide.

Darlene Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by the challenges in your life? If so, you're not alone, and you're in the right place. I work with individuals just like you who are ready to take the first step toward healing, even if it feels a little scary. You might be navigating the effects of past trauma or abuse, struggling with depression or anxiety, or feeling uncertain during a big life transition. Maybe you're carrying self-doubt, feeling disconnected from the people you care about, or unsure how to move forward. Whatever you're going through, you don’t have to face it alone.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by the challenges in your life? If so, you're not alone, and you're in the right place. I work with individuals just like you who are ready to take the first step toward healing, even if it feels a little scary. You might be navigating the effects of past trauma or abuse, struggling with depression or anxiety, or feeling uncertain during a big life transition. Maybe you're carrying self-doubt, feeling disconnected from the people you care about, or unsure how to move forward. Whatever you're going through, you don’t have to face it alone.
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How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.