Career Counseling Therapists in Illinois
in Clinical Psychology, I’ve built my career around the idea that improving our environment directly impacts the level of fulfillment we experience.
My clients struggle with navigating internal politics at work, workplace bullying and anxiety, feeling trapped in an unfulfilling career, experiencing write-ups, termination(s), or performance improvement plans (PIPs), lack of self-belief or self-worth, negative relationships with money, and burnout and exhaustion. I also have clients that struggle with organizing, hoarding, and the anxiety that comes along with the attachment we place on our physical things.
in Clinical Psychology, I’ve built my career around the idea that improving our environment directly impacts the level of fulfillment we experience.
My clients struggle with navigating internal politics at work, workplace bullying and anxiety, feeling trapped in an unfulfilling career, experiencing write-ups, termination(s), or performance improvement plans (PIPs), lack of self-belief or self-worth, negative relationships with money, and burnout and exhaustion. I also have clients that struggle with organizing, hoarding, and the anxiety that comes along with the attachment we place on our physical things.
Having 3 daughters, all of which have grown up here in the North Shore & have attended the Winnetka Public Schools and New Trier High School, I have a good understanding on how to navigate the different social challenges that come with living in the North Shore area. My experiences are broad and include many things like being a Job Coach, Adjunct Instructor, and School Counselor in both public and private schools. I like to think that I took a meandering path that always included working in the helping profession which I feel most comfortable. I continue to be inspired by everyone I meet with along the way.
Having 3 daughters, all of which have grown up here in the North Shore & have attended the Winnetka Public Schools and New Trier High School, I have a good understanding on how to navigate the different social challenges that come with living in the North Shore area. My experiences are broad and include many things like being a Job Coach, Adjunct Instructor, and School Counselor in both public and private schools. I like to think that I took a meandering path that always included working in the helping profession which I feel most comfortable. I continue to be inspired by everyone I meet with along the way.
Are you struggling with career and job stress? I help academics and other professionals with issues like burnout, imposter syndrome, workplace bullying, and procrastination.
I specialize in providing therapy to academics and to first & second generation immigrants. My style is sympathetic and straight-forward, and I bring a sense of humor, honesty, and compassion to my sessions. I work with adult clients facing loneliness, interpersonal challenges, and life transitions. As an existential therapist I believe no situation is completely hopeless. Questioning something that defines your identity is frightening, whether it is a career, a relationship, your gender, or religious faith. It’s normal to feel stuck or overwhelmed when we are confused or in pain. My role is to walk alongside you.
Are you struggling with career and job stress? I help academics and other professionals with issues like burnout, imposter syndrome, workplace bullying, and procrastination.
I specialize in providing therapy to academics and to first & second generation immigrants. My style is sympathetic and straight-forward, and I bring a sense of humor, honesty, and compassion to my sessions. I work with adult clients facing loneliness, interpersonal challenges, and life transitions. As an existential therapist I believe no situation is completely hopeless. Questioning something that defines your identity is frightening, whether it is a career, a relationship, your gender, or religious faith. It’s normal to feel stuck or overwhelmed when we are confused or in pain. My role is to walk alongside you.
Shira Galston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60645 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Some of the areas I have addressed include: anxiety, depression, premarital counseling, communication problems, conflict, career difficulties, and parenting.
I believe in the strength within every individual to achieve clarity and change. I believe in the ability within every couple and family to achieve authentic bonds, effective communication, and joy. Nurturing these inner and relational strengths is essential in my work, so as to help my clients remove constraints in their lives. I mainly work with young professionals and students, as well as young couples and families. I also work with individuals, families, and even coworkers and friends of all ages.
Some of the areas I have addressed include: anxiety, depression, premarital counseling, communication problems, conflict, career difficulties, and parenting.
I believe in the strength within every individual to achieve clarity and change. I believe in the ability within every couple and family to achieve authentic bonds, effective communication, and joy. Nurturing these inner and relational strengths is essential in my work, so as to help my clients remove constraints in their lives. I mainly work with young professionals and students, as well as young couples and families. I also work with individuals, families, and even coworkers and friends of all ages.
Currently, Dr. Francesca Giordano is the principal partner of Veduta Consulting, LLC. Her clinical practice specializes in relationship restoration and helping clients feel they are living life with authenticity. She is also a very experienced career counseling and helps clients with career transitions and job search strategies. It is my hope that my clients will also benefit from my 25 years of experience teaching and supervising counselors-in-training. Being a counseling professor keeps my skills updated and my perspective fresh and innovative. If you are interested in continuing our conversation, please contact me.
Currently, Dr. Francesca Giordano is the principal partner of Veduta Consulting, LLC. Her clinical practice specializes in relationship restoration and helping clients feel they are living life with authenticity. She is also a very experienced career counseling and helps clients with career transitions and job search strategies. It is my hope that my clients will also benefit from my 25 years of experience teaching and supervising counselors-in-training. Being a counseling professor keeps my skills updated and my perspective fresh and innovative. If you are interested in continuing our conversation, please contact me.
Robert Gomez
Counselor, NCC, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Springfield, IL 62704 (Online Only)
I identify as a queer person of color and hope to best serve those communities who feel underrepresented in professional fields. Common areas that I work with are trauma, gender identity and expression, career related difficulties, couples/interpersonal relationship issues, and mood/anxiety disorders. I work heavily with the linguistic ways we approach "problems" and through a narrative and solutions focused approach we would work on restoring your sense freedom as you navigate life's difficulties.
I identify as a queer person of color and hope to best serve those communities who feel underrepresented in professional fields. Common areas that I work with are trauma, gender identity and expression, career related difficulties, couples/interpersonal relationship issues, and mood/anxiety disorders. I work heavily with the linguistic ways we approach "problems" and through a narrative and solutions focused approach we would work on restoring your sense freedom as you navigate life's difficulties.
I am a licensed therapist focused on providing a compassionate and nurturing environment for self-exploration and goal-setting. I work collaboratively with adolescents, adults, and seniors through life transitions. Using cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and person-centered approaches, I guide individuals dealing with adjustment disorder, career transitions, depression, mood disorder, and anxiety.
I am a licensed therapist focused on providing a compassionate and nurturing environment for self-exploration and goal-setting. I work collaboratively with adolescents, adults, and seniors through life transitions. Using cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and person-centered approaches, I guide individuals dealing with adjustment disorder, career transitions, depression, mood disorder, and anxiety.
As a therapist, I’m passionate about helping you manage anxiety, overcome relationship challenges, and find clarity in your life and career.
Consider me your go-to for turning stress into calm and bringing the spark back into your relationships. Whether you're tackling anxiety, reaching for career goals, strengthening your connection with your partner, or exploring deeper intimacy, I’m here to walk with you every step of the way.
As a therapist, I’m passionate about helping you manage anxiety, overcome relationship challenges, and find clarity in your life and career.
Consider me your go-to for turning stress into calm and bringing the spark back into your relationships. Whether you're tackling anxiety, reaching for career goals, strengthening your connection with your partner, or exploring deeper intimacy, I’m here to walk with you every step of the way.
In addition to helping people grow in therapy, I’ve been involved with educating and training future psychologists my entire career.
We’re born with innate needs to grow, connect, and find purpose. Our lives shapes how we go about getting these needs met. If we're successful in this, we often feel content and fulfilled. However, sometimes life intervenes in ways that prevent us from successfully getting these needs met and leaves us stuck and suffering. Often, we need help from a supportive professional to help us focus productively on our problems, ease our immediate distress with direction solutions, and help us develop the insights and skills needed for long term growth and fulfillment. I'll work closely with you to help you achieve your specific goals.
In addition to helping people grow in therapy, I’ve been involved with educating and training future psychologists my entire career.
We’re born with innate needs to grow, connect, and find purpose. Our lives shapes how we go about getting these needs met. If we're successful in this, we often feel content and fulfilled. However, sometimes life intervenes in ways that prevent us from successfully getting these needs met and leaves us stuck and suffering. Often, we need help from a supportive professional to help us focus productively on our problems, ease our immediate distress with direction solutions, and help us develop the insights and skills needed for long term growth and fulfillment. I'll work closely with you to help you achieve your specific goals.
Jennifer Leigh Coren
Counselor, LCPC, PEL, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60609 (Online Only)
I specialize in relationships and communication, life transitions, dating, career counseling, anxiety and stress management, millennials and emerging adults, family conflict, and the gap between values and spirituality / religion.
Are you going through a hard life transition? Do you need relationship support? Do you feel stuck, anxious, and in need of a space for personal reflection? As anxiety builds, it has a way of controlling our life; our mood, self-esteem, relationships, work, school, and sleep all suffer. My holistic approach addresses clients as a "whole," and we dive into how you feel presently, your future expectations, and how your past contributes to your current feelings. We reflect on who you are, the environment you're surrounded by, and where there is opportunity for change.
I specialize in relationships and communication, life transitions, dating, career counseling, anxiety and stress management, millennials and emerging adults, family conflict, and the gap between values and spirituality / religion.
Are you going through a hard life transition? Do you need relationship support? Do you feel stuck, anxious, and in need of a space for personal reflection? As anxiety builds, it has a way of controlling our life; our mood, self-esteem, relationships, work, school, and sleep all suffer. My holistic approach addresses clients as a "whole," and we dive into how you feel presently, your future expectations, and how your past contributes to your current feelings. We reflect on who you are, the environment you're surrounded by, and where there is opportunity for change.
Louise Cohen - New Answers Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60195
No matter what difficulties you are going through now, I am convinced that you will be able to learn new skills and strategies to help you overcome your obstacles and create new life success and fulfillment. Over the years, I have worked with many people who were struggling with a variety of issues and found that they were capable of change even though they were filled with doubts and fears. Overcoming many personal challenges, career changes and losses over the years, I understand your challenges deeply with compassion. And I am committed to updating my professional skills continually to give you the latest skills for success.
No matter what difficulties you are going through now, I am convinced that you will be able to learn new skills and strategies to help you overcome your obstacles and create new life success and fulfillment. Over the years, I have worked with many people who were struggling with a variety of issues and found that they were capable of change even though they were filled with doubts and fears. Overcoming many personal challenges, career changes and losses over the years, I understand your challenges deeply with compassion. And I am committed to updating my professional skills continually to give you the latest skills for success.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
My specialties include premarital therapy, women's divorce counseling, career coaching for white collar professionals and midlife/retirement planning.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety over career or relationship issues? You don't have to suffer alone. Therapy can help you move forward, get relief and feel better about yourself and your life. I'm known as a compassionate listener but also someone who provides direct feedback on client strengths as well as areas that need further attention. I've spent decades helping white collar professionals develop successful romantic relationships and satisfying careers.
My specialties include premarital therapy, women's divorce counseling, career coaching for white collar professionals and midlife/retirement planning.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety over career or relationship issues? You don't have to suffer alone. Therapy can help you move forward, get relief and feel better about yourself and your life. I'm known as a compassionate listener but also someone who provides direct feedback on client strengths as well as areas that need further attention. I've spent decades helping white collar professionals develop successful romantic relationships and satisfying careers.
We all need a bit of support in our lives at one time or another. My goal is to partner with my clients to be this support. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 7 years of professional work experience in a setting with diverse client populations. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to set goals and make positive changes in their lives. I assist many clients with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, executive functioning and career difficulties.
We all need a bit of support in our lives at one time or another. My goal is to partner with my clients to be this support. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 7 years of professional work experience in a setting with diverse client populations. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to set goals and make positive changes in their lives. I assist many clients with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, executive functioning and career difficulties.
I work with adults in an array of areas: anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, stress management, life/ career transition, marital/ relationship issues and vocational issues.
I have immediate openings. If you are like most of us, sometimes life gets tough and throws us some curve balls. During these times it is often helpful to talk with someone who can help you navigate these difficult time and allow us to get back to a state of balance. Through some of my own personal journeys, I find it easy to relate to my clients. I will meet you where you are at and work with you to achieve your personal goals, improve relationships, heal from emotional hurt and make positive life choices. I have over ten years of experience working with both Veterans and military issues.
I work with adults in an array of areas: anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, stress management, life/ career transition, marital/ relationship issues and vocational issues.
I have immediate openings. If you are like most of us, sometimes life gets tough and throws us some curve balls. During these times it is often helpful to talk with someone who can help you navigate these difficult time and allow us to get back to a state of balance. Through some of my own personal journeys, I find it easy to relate to my clients. I will meet you where you are at and work with you to achieve your personal goals, improve relationships, heal from emotional hurt and make positive life choices. I have over ten years of experience working with both Veterans and military issues.
With abundant experience as a former teacher and counselor, I have worked extensively with youth. My doctoral research delved into emotional and behavioral disorders, high-incidence disabilities, and special education. I have also guided adults of all ages through career counseling, family and relationship issues, and decision-making skills, providing a comprehensive understanding of diverse needs.
With abundant experience as a former teacher and counselor, I have worked extensively with youth. My doctoral research delved into emotional and behavioral disorders, high-incidence disabilities, and special education. I have also guided adults of all ages through career counseling, family and relationship issues, and decision-making skills, providing a comprehensive understanding of diverse needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or having trouble focusing? In a life transition? Ready to embrace positive changes in your life? You're not alone. I’m here to support, empower and guide you as you navigate life's traumas, anxiety, and educational and career concerns. As a Clinical Mental Health Counsellor with a Master’s from Northwestern University, I've worked with diverse people, helping them overcome obstacles and transform their lives. Together, we'll explore to understand your thought and behavioral patterns, develop coping skills, and tap into inherent strengths so you can heal and create a life you love, step-by-step.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or having trouble focusing? In a life transition? Ready to embrace positive changes in your life? You're not alone. I’m here to support, empower and guide you as you navigate life's traumas, anxiety, and educational and career concerns. As a Clinical Mental Health Counsellor with a Master’s from Northwestern University, I've worked with diverse people, helping them overcome obstacles and transform their lives. Together, we'll explore to understand your thought and behavioral patterns, develop coping skills, and tap into inherent strengths so you can heal and create a life you love, step-by-step.
Areas of particular interest are career changes; men's issues; relationship issues; gay men and coming out; grief and loss; trauma; depression and anxiety; the creative process; premarital counseling.
Therapy is a healthy resource. Everyone needs an objective, non-judgmental person to talk with in a confidential and warm environment. Sometimes you feel something is not quite right, but you can't put your finger on it. Other times, you know exactly what it is. Either way, telling your story can help figure things out by identifying your patterns of thought, behavior and emotions. Are any of them getting in the way? Together we discover the obstacles to achieving a stronger sense of well-being. Most importantly, we figure out how you can remove obstacles to leading a happier, more authentic life.
Areas of particular interest are career changes; men's issues; relationship issues; gay men and coming out; grief and loss; trauma; depression and anxiety; the creative process; premarital counseling.
Therapy is a healthy resource. Everyone needs an objective, non-judgmental person to talk with in a confidential and warm environment. Sometimes you feel something is not quite right, but you can't put your finger on it. Other times, you know exactly what it is. Either way, telling your story can help figure things out by identifying your patterns of thought, behavior and emotions. Are any of them getting in the way? Together we discover the obstacles to achieving a stronger sense of well-being. Most importantly, we figure out how you can remove obstacles to leading a happier, more authentic life.
Jennifer Dunitz-Geiringer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
The combination of my therapeutic and legal experience allows me to offer you holistic support on issues related to self exploration and self advocacy in your career and educational world.
Everyone feels overwhelmed and stuck sometimes, particularly during life transitions. I provide a warm, empowering, supportive space to help clients of all ages, from recent graduates, to people seeking to change career paths, to empty-nesters, to those seeking fulfillment in their retirement, find a way to move forward with hope and optimism. I strive to bring humor and laughter into our sessions, and my goal is for our time together to feel like a conversation that recognizes your strengths and your voice. If you are struggling to find your power or purpose in life, I would love to partner with you to find your path forward.
The combination of my therapeutic and legal experience allows me to offer you holistic support on issues related to self exploration and self advocacy in your career and educational world.
Everyone feels overwhelmed and stuck sometimes, particularly during life transitions. I provide a warm, empowering, supportive space to help clients of all ages, from recent graduates, to people seeking to change career paths, to empty-nesters, to those seeking fulfillment in their retirement, find a way to move forward with hope and optimism. I strive to bring humor and laughter into our sessions, and my goal is for our time together to feel like a conversation that recognizes your strengths and your voice. If you are struggling to find your power or purpose in life, I would love to partner with you to find your path forward.
Danica Stull
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bourbonnais, IL 60914 (Online Only)
Welcome! I love working with clients on boundary setting, stress, anxiety and depression, parenting, how to improve career/professional functioning, resolving conflict in a healthy way, and much more. My youngest child has complex medical needs, which has given me a real soft spot for adults who are learning to thrive through unchangeable circumstances, as I've been there! My communication style is humorous, confident, and engaged. I will follow your lead but will also offer input, including helpful analogies and explanations of mental health concepts. I welcome disagreement and believe you are the expert on your own life.
Welcome! I love working with clients on boundary setting, stress, anxiety and depression, parenting, how to improve career/professional functioning, resolving conflict in a healthy way, and much more. My youngest child has complex medical needs, which has given me a real soft spot for adults who are learning to thrive through unchangeable circumstances, as I've been there! My communication style is humorous, confident, and engaged. I will follow your lead but will also offer input, including helpful analogies and explanations of mental health concepts. I welcome disagreement and believe you are the expert on your own life.
I have supported adult clients of diverse ages and cultural identities address anxiety, depression, work-related stress, career and life transitions, imposter syndrome, and family of origin issues. In particular, I have extensive experience working with clients navigating early-adulthood as they seek meaning and fulfillment from their work and relationships.
I have supported adult clients of diverse ages and cultural identities address anxiety, depression, work-related stress, career and life transitions, imposter syndrome, and family of origin issues. In particular, I have extensive experience working with clients navigating early-adulthood as they seek meaning and fulfillment from their work and relationships.
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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.