Career Counseling Therapists in Columbus, OH
I am a Licensed Professional Certified Counselor who specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, career preparation, general adjustment and stress-related disorders, life changes and occupational issues, women's issues, and family therapy.
I graduated from Ohio University in Athens, OH, with a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling. I have college and community-based mental health experience as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, including experience working with diverse populations, valuing wellness and holistic healing.
I am a Licensed Professional Certified Counselor who specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, career preparation, general adjustment and stress-related disorders, life changes and occupational issues, women's issues, and family therapy.
I graduated from Ohio University in Athens, OH, with a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling. I have college and community-based mental health experience as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, including experience working with diverse populations, valuing wellness and holistic healing.
A lot can unsettle us as humans--feelings of anxiety and depression; career and identity development; making meaning of unpleasant thoughts, feelings, sensations, and experiences; and navigating the balance between chaos and control, freedom and responsibility, connectedness and differentiation, action and paralysis.
I use an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach that values and attends to the unique needs of each individual, helping them build a meaningful and vital life one day at a time. I have experience helping individuals through all kinds of challenging life situations. (I also have a particular specialization in career counseling).
A lot can unsettle us as humans--feelings of anxiety and depression; career and identity development; making meaning of unpleasant thoughts, feelings, sensations, and experiences; and navigating the balance between chaos and control, freedom and responsibility, connectedness and differentiation, action and paralysis.
I use an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach that values and attends to the unique needs of each individual, helping them build a meaningful and vital life one day at a time. I have experience helping individuals through all kinds of challenging life situations. (I also have a particular specialization in career counseling).
Are you feeling stuck in a career rut and dread going to work every day?
I’m passionate about working with neurodivergent folks, particularly late diagnosed Autistics and ADHDers. If you’re feeling depleted after a lifetime spent trying to measure up to neuro-normative expectations and standards of success, I’d be honored to join you on your journey towards understanding, self-compassion, and radical authenticity.
Are you feeling stuck in a career rut and dread going to work every day?
I’m passionate about working with neurodivergent folks, particularly late diagnosed Autistics and ADHDers. If you’re feeling depleted after a lifetime spent trying to measure up to neuro-normative expectations and standards of success, I’d be honored to join you on your journey towards understanding, self-compassion, and radical authenticity.
It could look like someone who has lost their job or home and turned to Alcohol or gambling to ease the pain.
I believe in taking a holistic and collaborative approach. This means we work together, as a team to improve your whole life-not just your mental or emotional health. There are multiple ways we can go about finding this answer, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EFT, EMDR, Addiction models, Mindfulness-based modalities, Motivational Interviewing and, more.
It could look like someone who has lost their job or home and turned to Alcohol or gambling to ease the pain.
I believe in taking a holistic and collaborative approach. This means we work together, as a team to improve your whole life-not just your mental or emotional health. There are multiple ways we can go about finding this answer, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EFT, EMDR, Addiction models, Mindfulness-based modalities, Motivational Interviewing and, more.
If you identify as a healer, artist, nerd, or lifelong learner seeking to find purpose, explore career decision-making, build self-esteem, manage your ADHD, or heal from family relationships, stress, and anxiety- I would love to connect with you.
Therapy with me is based on best practices and tailored to individual needs. I like to take an eclectic approach, but I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and DBT skills in sessions.
If you identify as a healer, artist, nerd, or lifelong learner seeking to find purpose, explore career decision-making, build self-esteem, manage your ADHD, or heal from family relationships, stress, and anxiety- I would love to connect with you.
Therapy with me is based on best practices and tailored to individual needs. I like to take an eclectic approach, but I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and DBT skills in sessions.
I have dedicated my career to working with individuals with chronic illness, disabilities, caregivers, victims and survivors of domestic violence, and individuals who are experiencing relationship issues.
In the first session, I start with welcoming them to the session. I then thank them for starting therapy and ask them if they have ever had online therapy before. I review the limits of confidentiality. I also ask them if they would tell me what brought them to therapy today, and what was the major deciding factor.
I have dedicated my career to working with individuals with chronic illness, disabilities, caregivers, victims and survivors of domestic violence, and individuals who are experiencing relationship issues.
In the first session, I start with welcoming them to the session. I then thank them for starting therapy and ask them if they have ever had online therapy before. I review the limits of confidentiality. I also ask them if they would tell me what brought them to therapy today, and what was the major deciding factor.
If you feel sad or are depressed, anxious, angry, misfit or have parenting problems, career challenges, or are transitioning into a new phase of life that has you questioning who you are, let's talk about it.
My counseling style is conversational and interactive. I will help you find the answers that you have to better your life and how you feel about yourself. I believe in treating everyone with kindness, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines many styles including cognitive-behavioral and motivational interviewing. We will plan treatment to
If you feel sad or are depressed, anxious, angry, misfit or have parenting problems, career challenges, or are transitioning into a new phase of life that has you questioning who you are, let's talk about it.
My counseling style is conversational and interactive. I will help you find the answers that you have to better your life and how you feel about yourself. I believe in treating everyone with kindness, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines many styles including cognitive-behavioral and motivational interviewing. We will plan treatment to
Navigating a demanding career, juggling home responsibilities, or enduring a toxic work environment can leave you drained and uncertain about your next step.
With IFS, we’ll identify and work with the different “parts” of you—like the one that pushes you to succeed and the one that feels overwhelmed—helping them work together toward balance and healing. ACT will guide us in building self-compassion, aligning with your values, and creating boundaries that protect your time, energy, and well-being.
Navigating a demanding career, juggling home responsibilities, or enduring a toxic work environment can leave you drained and uncertain about your next step.
With IFS, we’ll identify and work with the different “parts” of you—like the one that pushes you to succeed and the one that feels overwhelmed—helping them work together toward balance and healing. ACT will guide us in building self-compassion, aligning with your values, and creating boundaries that protect your time, energy, and well-being.
Evans Counseling & Coaching, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MAT, MEd, LPCC
Online Only
I hold a certificate in Career & Academic Advising and am currently seeking certification as a sex therapist and EMDR therapist.
My ideal client is the client that is willing to do the mental and emotional work that a therapeutic relationship requires, regardless of the issue they are bringing. These clients are desirous of change and growth and have some degree of motivation to make achieve them. They want to understand themselves better in order to develop and maintain healthy relationships with themselves and others. They commit their time and energy to themselves and the process and are respectful of my time.
I hold a certificate in Career & Academic Advising and am currently seeking certification as a sex therapist and EMDR therapist.
My ideal client is the client that is willing to do the mental and emotional work that a therapeutic relationship requires, regardless of the issue they are bringing. These clients are desirous of change and growth and have some degree of motivation to make achieve them. They want to understand themselves better in order to develop and maintain healthy relationships with themselves and others. They commit their time and energy to themselves and the process and are respectful of my time.
My job as your therapist is to create a safe, encouraging place for you to explore and grow.
We all reach points in our lives when we need to talk with someone who is trained in how to listen, someone who can help us make sense of what may feel like a whirling mix of thoughts and emotions. Anxiety or depression can be triggered by life stressors like ongoing work stress or relationship issues. You may be grieving a painful loss of someone you loved deeply. You might be struggling with a traumatic experience or history, or you could simply feel a nagging urge to make a change in your life. You may need support as you go through a breakup or divorce, health crisis, graduate from school, or have aging or end-of-life issues.
My job as your therapist is to create a safe, encouraging place for you to explore and grow.
We all reach points in our lives when we need to talk with someone who is trained in how to listen, someone who can help us make sense of what may feel like a whirling mix of thoughts and emotions. Anxiety or depression can be triggered by life stressors like ongoing work stress or relationship issues. You may be grieving a painful loss of someone you loved deeply. You might be struggling with a traumatic experience or history, or you could simply feel a nagging urge to make a change in your life. You may need support as you go through a breakup or divorce, health crisis, graduate from school, or have aging or end-of-life issues.
Laura Mae Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
Waitlist for new clients
My treatment interests include trauma, enneagram work, spiritual formation, anxiety, depression, career counseling, and self-esteem issues.
As a trained therapist, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy and work with my clients to create personalized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed, I'm here to provide support and guidance. I meet my clients where they are and journey alongside them with whatever struggles and victories life may bring. Navigating this life can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone.
My treatment interests include trauma, enneagram work, spiritual formation, anxiety, depression, career counseling, and self-esteem issues.
As a trained therapist, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy and work with my clients to create personalized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed, I'm here to provide support and guidance. I meet my clients where they are and journey alongside them with whatever struggles and victories life may bring. Navigating this life can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone.
Becoming More Counseling, Coaching, & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LPC
Columbus, OH 43215
and Supervision, and my dissertation was on The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence with Job Satisfaction and Organizational Leadership.
Virtual only! I live in TX. I authored two books that I use:
I3 (cubed): Information, Interpretation, Intensity - Unlock the Inner Strength Behind Your Negative Emotions and
I3 for Couples: Facing Our Negative Emotions to Build Intimacy in Marriage
Both are available on my website. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. If we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives.
and Supervision, and my dissertation was on The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence with Job Satisfaction and Organizational Leadership.
Virtual only! I live in TX. I authored two books that I use:
I3 (cubed): Information, Interpretation, Intensity - Unlock the Inner Strength Behind Your Negative Emotions and
I3 for Couples: Facing Our Negative Emotions to Build Intimacy in Marriage
Both are available on my website. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. If we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives.
I have been a therapist since 1991 when I landed my first job as a chemical dependency counselor.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio and I believe that we can work together so that you can function at your highest level possible. I have many years of experience working with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, addiction and alcoholism issues, relationship issues, and couples counseling. I believe that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help us to look at how to change behaviors to improve our life situation. I also believe that talk therapy is also a significant way to get the results that you deserve.
I have been a therapist since 1991 when I landed my first job as a chemical dependency counselor.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio and I believe that we can work together so that you can function at your highest level possible. I have many years of experience working with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, addiction and alcoholism issues, relationship issues, and couples counseling. I believe that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help us to look at how to change behaviors to improve our life situation. I also believe that talk therapy is also a significant way to get the results that you deserve.
I began my professional career in a group practice while living in California.
Your relationship is not what you want it to be. The two of you constantly struggle with miscommunication, which leads to conflict and arguing. Issues never get resolved, and both of you end up feeling undervalued, unheard, and unloved. Intimacy is absent and you are desperate to get it back. The space between you and your partner seems to grow each day, and mending the torn relationship has started to feel hopeless. You ask yourself, “What happened? I did everything I was ‘supposed’ to do, so why do I feel so broken?"
I began my professional career in a group practice while living in California.
Your relationship is not what you want it to be. The two of you constantly struggle with miscommunication, which leads to conflict and arguing. Issues never get resolved, and both of you end up feeling undervalued, unheard, and unloved. Intimacy is absent and you are desperate to get it back. The space between you and your partner seems to grow each day, and mending the torn relationship has started to feel hopeless. You ask yourself, “What happened? I did everything I was ‘supposed’ to do, so why do I feel so broken?"
I have dedicated my career to helping others and to working with the community to ensure the well-being of families and children.
I value the individual and the couple regardless of age or philosophical approach to their life or relationship. I see my goal of treatment as improving the individual or couple to be the best they want to be.
I have dedicated my career to helping others and to working with the community to ensure the well-being of families and children.
I value the individual and the couple regardless of age or philosophical approach to their life or relationship. I see my goal of treatment as improving the individual or couple to be the best they want to be.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship or career issues, or if you just feel like you need someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out via phone, text, or email.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who is passionate about helping clients work through the issues they are struggling with and improve their mental health and overall well-being. I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship or career issues, or if you just feel like you need someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out via phone, text, or email.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who is passionate about helping clients work through the issues they are struggling with and improve their mental health and overall well-being. I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.
Varied experiences over my two decades-long career as a lawyer, teacher, and parent, position me well to simultaneously advocate, awaken awareness, and provide deep caring.
Supportive empowerment are the two words that best describe my approach. I counsel adults at all life stages who are confronting challenges and changes, the uninvited and the ones you are seeking for yourself. With a wide variety of life experiences, including as a lawyer and professor previous to counseling, and a mental health odyssey of my own, I serve clients with passion and purpose. Curious what it would be like to be more alive? Reach out to me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
Varied experiences over my two decades-long career as a lawyer, teacher, and parent, position me well to simultaneously advocate, awaken awareness, and provide deep caring.
Supportive empowerment are the two words that best describe my approach. I counsel adults at all life stages who are confronting challenges and changes, the uninvited and the ones you are seeking for yourself. With a wide variety of life experiences, including as a lawyer and professor previous to counseling, and a mental health odyssey of my own, I serve clients with passion and purpose. Curious what it would be like to be more alive? Reach out to me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
My scope of practice includes general mental health issues (anxiety, depression, etc.), relationship issues, life transitions, work/life balance, career, grief, anger management, and more.
I like to meet my clients where they are, create goals, and work toward achieving those goals by establishing a therapeutic relationship. My approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), client-centered, and solution-focused modalities, but I am eclectic and tailor my approach based on your needs.
My scope of practice includes general mental health issues (anxiety, depression, etc.), relationship issues, life transitions, work/life balance, career, grief, anger management, and more.
I like to meet my clients where they are, create goals, and work toward achieving those goals by establishing a therapeutic relationship. My approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), client-centered, and solution-focused modalities, but I am eclectic and tailor my approach based on your needs.
Areas of treatment include but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, and career challenges.
My counseling style is empathetic, warm, and client focused. You are the director of your life and your experiences. My role as a therapist is to help identify and work with you toward goals. My counseling approach consists of therapeutic approaches that best work for the needs of the individual.
Areas of treatment include but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, and career challenges.
My counseling style is empathetic, warm, and client focused. You are the director of your life and your experiences. My role as a therapist is to help identify and work with you toward goals. My counseling approach consists of therapeutic approaches that best work for the needs of the individual.
My job is to listen, observe, and reflect back the priorities specific to each client and relationship.
I bring a curious, direct, and intellectual energy to the therapeutic space. I am a mother to a blended family and a postpartum doula. I understand the diverse array of individual and familial connections and the complexities they entail.
My job is to listen, observe, and reflect back the priorities specific to each client and relationship.
I bring a curious, direct, and intellectual energy to the therapeutic space. I am a mother to a blended family and a postpartum doula. I understand the diverse array of individual and familial connections and the complexities they entail.
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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.