Career Counseling Therapists in Washington, DC
Find your career path, develop your skills.
Psychologist and Life Coach. Specialist in Human and Career Development.
Find your career path, develop your skills.
Psychologist and Life Coach. Specialist in Human and Career Development.
Time For Change
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CRC, CWIC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20032
These individuals ideally can be suffering in landing, keeping and maintain employment for the benefits of career establishment.
Our therapist has specialized knowledge in bio-medical psychosocial aspects of disabilities as it pertains to the capacity to work. Time For Change has over 15 years of mental health experience. These experiences, coupled with career counseling, can set an individual up for great success in dealing with their setback in a therapeutic setting.
These individuals ideally can be suffering in landing, keeping and maintain employment for the benefits of career establishment.
Our therapist has specialized knowledge in bio-medical psychosocial aspects of disabilities as it pertains to the capacity to work. Time For Change has over 15 years of mental health experience. These experiences, coupled with career counseling, can set an individual up for great success in dealing with their setback in a therapeutic setting.
With a passion for exploring growth and potential, I provide a coaching style specialized to support young adults, over-involved parents, and independence seekers. By using a unique combination of life coaching and career counseling, I help my students find confidence, clarity, and control of their personal and professional lives.
With a passion for exploring growth and potential, I provide a coaching style specialized to support young adults, over-involved parents, and independence seekers. By using a unique combination of life coaching and career counseling, I help my students find confidence, clarity, and control of their personal and professional lives.
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.
My Areas of experience include Career and Personal Counseling (PTSD, Crisis Intervention & Management, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression and other mood disorders).
Thank you for visiting my profile page on Psychology Today! It takes strength and courage for you to reach out for help. You took the first step. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is National Board Certified in Counseling. I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore challenges that are present in your life. You may be dealing with loneliness, inner-conflict, anxiety, depression, sadness, grief, anger, or other feelings that come along when dealing with life transitions and I can help you. Whatever the feelings are, I can help you with processing your emotions and guiding you through living a more authentic life. The therapeutic relationship is an opportunity for you to build the blocks you need to get through whatever problems you are encountering and envisioning and seeing hope that will help you live a more prosperous life.
My Areas of experience include Career and Personal Counseling (PTSD, Crisis Intervention & Management, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression and other mood disorders).
Thank you for visiting my profile page on Psychology Today! It takes strength and courage for you to reach out for help. You took the first step. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is National Board Certified in Counseling. I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore challenges that are present in your life. You may be dealing with loneliness, inner-conflict, anxiety, depression, sadness, grief, anger, or other feelings that come along when dealing with life transitions and I can help you. Whatever the feelings are, I can help you with processing your emotions and guiding you through living a more authentic life. The therapeutic relationship is an opportunity for you to build the blocks you need to get through whatever problems you are encountering and envisioning and seeing hope that will help you live a more prosperous life.
Sarah Dougans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20016
I specialize in working with professionals and older adolescents (16+) who are struggling with anxiety, career challenges, and parenting/work-life balance.
Psychotherapy can help you create more meaningful relationships, feel more confident, less anxious and move towards your goals. Through our work together, we will work to better manage the pressure you place on yourself so you can stay connected to your emotions without becoming overwhelmed by them.
I specialize in working with professionals and older adolescents (16+) who are struggling with anxiety, career challenges, and parenting/work-life balance.
Psychotherapy can help you create more meaningful relationships, feel more confident, less anxious and move towards your goals. Through our work together, we will work to better manage the pressure you place on yourself so you can stay connected to your emotions without becoming overwhelmed by them.
I can help you identify the root cause of the issues that have brought you to therapy so you can get and keep your life moving in the direction you want, while feeling good about your relationships, career or school and most importantly, yourself.
Are you functional, but rarely joyful? Do you go to work, show up for people, take care of your family and friends, but feel exhausted and depleted? Perhaps you overwork, struggle with perfectionism and don’t know how to stop? Do you go back and forth between getting tons done and procrastinating, and feel wiped out and unmotivated in between. Do you worry about what people think of you or that what you do isn’t enough? Maybe you secretly wish you could disappear for a while. Maybe you dream of being motivated, rested and content and having supportive, mutually beneficial relationships. If any of these are you, therapy can help.
I can help you identify the root cause of the issues that have brought you to therapy so you can get and keep your life moving in the direction you want, while feeling good about your relationships, career or school and most importantly, yourself.
Are you functional, but rarely joyful? Do you go to work, show up for people, take care of your family and friends, but feel exhausted and depleted? Perhaps you overwork, struggle with perfectionism and don’t know how to stop? Do you go back and forth between getting tons done and procrastinating, and feel wiped out and unmotivated in between. Do you worry about what people think of you or that what you do isn’t enough? Maybe you secretly wish you could disappear for a while. Maybe you dream of being motivated, rested and content and having supportive, mutually beneficial relationships. If any of these are you, therapy can help.
Hello, I am a Harvard trained practitioner and Board Certified Coach with > 30 years experience helping people find success and satisfaction in work and life. Together we will define where you want to go in your life & how you will get there - with special emphasis on what's in the way. You may work on one or more parts of your life. Since 'You are You' wherever you may go, you may find that gains you make in one part of your life significantly improve other parts too. You will decide which part(s) of your life you want to work on. These may include: Work, Play, Family, Friends, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Money, Romance...
Hello, I am a Harvard trained practitioner and Board Certified Coach with > 30 years experience helping people find success and satisfaction in work and life. Together we will define where you want to go in your life & how you will get there - with special emphasis on what's in the way. You may work on one or more parts of your life. Since 'You are You' wherever you may go, you may find that gains you make in one part of your life significantly improve other parts too. You will decide which part(s) of your life you want to work on. These may include: Work, Play, Family, Friends, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Money, Romance...
Entering a new phase of your career?.
As a therapist, I am interested in you as a person - your experiences, identities, cultures, and relationships - and working alongside you to help you make progress toward the goals you set. It’s important to me that you feel deeply heard, understood, and respected as we work together to develop new understandings and approaches to your life and work.
Entering a new phase of your career?.
As a therapist, I am interested in you as a person - your experiences, identities, cultures, and relationships - and working alongside you to help you make progress toward the goals you set. It’s important to me that you feel deeply heard, understood, and respected as we work together to develop new understandings and approaches to your life and work.
Clients have expressed challenges with adjustment and anxiety from relocating, to job exploration, to the intersections of who they are, and Bizu supports all with care for the whole person.
She collaborates with clients through a personalized plan integrating ACT, CBT, and Existential approaches to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they relate to their situation and story. Clients are empowered throughout the healing process by discovering and utilizing their coping abilities.
Clients have expressed challenges with adjustment and anxiety from relocating, to job exploration, to the intersections of who they are, and Bizu supports all with care for the whole person.
She collaborates with clients through a personalized plan integrating ACT, CBT, and Existential approaches to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they relate to their situation and story. Clients are empowered throughout the healing process by discovering and utilizing their coping abilities.
If you have experienced generational trauma, grief and loss, career challenges, work life balance challenges, and self-esteem issues, you need a therapist who is committed to supporting you in changing the narrative of your life.
I love to support clients who are experiencing : Stress, Anxiety Trauma &abuse, Grief, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Depression , Coping with life changes, Coaching , Blended Family Issues , Caregiver Issues, Guilt and Shame , Life Purpose , Self-Love , Women's Issues
If you have experienced generational trauma, grief and loss, career challenges, work life balance challenges, and self-esteem issues, you need a therapist who is committed to supporting you in changing the narrative of your life.
I love to support clients who are experiencing : Stress, Anxiety Trauma &abuse, Grief, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Depression , Coping with life changes, Coaching , Blended Family Issues , Caregiver Issues, Guilt and Shame , Life Purpose , Self-Love , Women's Issues
Meet Our Career Counseling Therapists
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.
Do you desire a more meaningful career?.
Perhaps you are thriving in some areas but feel that something is missing? My approach is to help you clarify your core strengths, values, and beliefs, then develop an actionable plan for thriving. We will work together to create then implement that plan to facilitate your most deeply fulfilling life.
Do you desire a more meaningful career?.
Perhaps you are thriving in some areas but feel that something is missing? My approach is to help you clarify your core strengths, values, and beliefs, then develop an actionable plan for thriving. We will work together to create then implement that plan to facilitate your most deeply fulfilling life.
Whether you are hoping to find career satisfaction, improve relationships, manage anxiety, navigate a difficult time in your life, understand aspects of your identity, or improve your overall well-being, I can help.
My previous professional experience as an educator, career counselor, and academic coach allows me to wear a variety of hats in the therapy room, resulting in richer and more productive work with my clients. I also draw from the the evidence-based teachings of Interpersonal, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral theories.
Whether you are hoping to find career satisfaction, improve relationships, manage anxiety, navigate a difficult time in your life, understand aspects of your identity, or improve your overall well-being, I can help.
My previous professional experience as an educator, career counselor, and academic coach allows me to wear a variety of hats in the therapy room, resulting in richer and more productive work with my clients. I also draw from the the evidence-based teachings of Interpersonal, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral theories.
Ellis Wellington McComb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life’s transitions can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating challenges like career shifts, relationship struggles, fertility concerns with your partner, or the pressure to meet expectations.
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in helping individuals and couples manage anxiety, anger, grief, and life stressors. My approach is straightforward and supportive—offering a non-judgmental space where you can explore challenges, gain new perspectives, and build healthier ways of coping.
Life’s transitions can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating challenges like career shifts, relationship struggles, fertility concerns with your partner, or the pressure to meet expectations.
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in helping individuals and couples manage anxiety, anger, grief, and life stressors. My approach is straightforward and supportive—offering a non-judgmental space where you can explore challenges, gain new perspectives, and build healthier ways of coping.
Jonathan Alpert
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
With a direct and solution-focused approach, I help individuals and couples navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, career and workplace dynamics, performance, stress, and time management.
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, career/work issues, and sexual issues. I also provide coaching to professionals/execs/entertainers. In addition, I'm available to consult with corporate clients as a spokesperson, brand ambassador, and to provide expertise in content/brand development as well as marketing.
With a direct and solution-focused approach, I help individuals and couples navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, career and workplace dynamics, performance, stress, and time management.
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, career/work issues, and sexual issues. I also provide coaching to professionals/execs/entertainers. In addition, I'm available to consult with corporate clients as a spokesperson, brand ambassador, and to provide expertise in content/brand development as well as marketing.
Licensed therapist, career counselor, and your very own personal hype-man as you navigate big transitions and changes in your life.
My background in both trauma counseling and career counseling has launched me into a career centered around helping individuals find their paths, explore their potential, and create fulfilling futures that feel deeply connected to who they are. I provide long term, 1:1 mental health counseling as well as solution-focused career exploration and counseling.
Licensed therapist, career counselor, and your very own personal hype-man as you navigate big transitions and changes in your life.
My background in both trauma counseling and career counseling has launched me into a career centered around helping individuals find their paths, explore their potential, and create fulfilling futures that feel deeply connected to who they are. I provide long term, 1:1 mental health counseling as well as solution-focused career exploration and counseling.
I'm here to help you find the support and guidance you need to thrive in your career and in life.
Are you a black professional feeling overwhelmed by workplace stress? If so, I'm here to help. I understand the unique stressors that black professionals face in the workplace and the toll it can take on your mental health. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we'll work to identify the root causes of your stress, including issues related to race, discrimination, and microaggressions. We'll also explore how your personal beliefs and values may be impacting your work experience.
I'm here to help you find the support and guidance you need to thrive in your career and in life.
Are you a black professional feeling overwhelmed by workplace stress? If so, I'm here to help. I understand the unique stressors that black professionals face in the workplace and the toll it can take on your mental health. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we'll work to identify the root causes of your stress, including issues related to race, discrimination, and microaggressions. We'll also explore how your personal beliefs and values may be impacting your work experience.
Services include Solution-Focused Therapy • Confidence/Self-Esteem Building • Eliminating Fear • Addressing Childhood Messages/Core Beliefs • Stress Reduction • Success Coaching • Executive Coaching • Career Guidance.
Currently accepting female clients. Are you feeling sad, stuck, frustrated because fear, lack of motivation/focus, or low self-esteem are hindering you from reaching your true potential? Life is a heroine's quest, and on this quest, we often encounter "Dragons"—great challenges to achieving joy, embracing your best life. These dragons appear as the blocks named above. Have you tried to break through them in the past and continue to feel defeated? If you are ready to break through these blocks and become the woman you were meant to be: happy, joyous and free, now is the time to enlist an ally. Are you ready to love your life?
Services include Solution-Focused Therapy • Confidence/Self-Esteem Building • Eliminating Fear • Addressing Childhood Messages/Core Beliefs • Stress Reduction • Success Coaching • Executive Coaching • Career Guidance.
Currently accepting female clients. Are you feeling sad, stuck, frustrated because fear, lack of motivation/focus, or low self-esteem are hindering you from reaching your true potential? Life is a heroine's quest, and on this quest, we often encounter "Dragons"—great challenges to achieving joy, embracing your best life. These dragons appear as the blocks named above. Have you tried to break through them in the past and continue to feel defeated? If you are ready to break through these blocks and become the woman you were meant to be: happy, joyous and free, now is the time to enlist an ally. Are you ready to love your life?
With a direct and solution-focused approach, I help individuals and couples navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, career and workplace dynamics, performance, stress, and time management.
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, career/work issues, and sexual disorders. I also provide performance/executive coaching to professionals/execs/entertainers. In addition, I'm available to consult with corporate clients as a spokesperson/brand ambassador, and to provide expertise in content/brand development as well as marketing.
With a direct and solution-focused approach, I help individuals and couples navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, career and workplace dynamics, performance, stress, and time management.
I specialize in: relationships/couples, depression, anxiety, career/work issues, and sexual disorders. I also provide performance/executive coaching to professionals/execs/entertainers. In addition, I'm available to consult with corporate clients as a spokesperson/brand ambassador, and to provide expertise in content/brand development as well as marketing.
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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.