Career Counseling Therapists in Tigard, OR
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Andrea Lynne Woodward
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Connect - NOW - with Andrea to discover your innermost desires, create meaningful relationships and move gracefully through life transitions: Marriage, children, infidelity, divorce, sexual awakening, career change or retirement.
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
Connect - NOW - with Andrea to discover your innermost desires, create meaningful relationships and move gracefully through life transitions: Marriage, children, infidelity, divorce, sexual awakening, career change or retirement.
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
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Diana Kilinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CEAP, ACC, BCC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223
Workplace and Career Issues.
My counseling and coaching philosophy is based on the New Positive Psychology that focuses on your essential strengths and Positive Possibilities. I help you move out of feeling stuck. I help you break old patterns, behaviors, and thinking that hold you back from the life you want. Studies from the field of brain science show there may be alternatives to the medical approach for depression and anxiety. My approach is based on this scientific research. I help you develop the skills and strategies of healthy thinking and lifestyle known to help alleviate feelings of depression, anxiety, and worry.
Workplace and Career Issues.
My counseling and coaching philosophy is based on the New Positive Psychology that focuses on your essential strengths and Positive Possibilities. I help you move out of feeling stuck. I help you break old patterns, behaviors, and thinking that hold you back from the life you want. Studies from the field of brain science show there may be alternatives to the medical approach for depression and anxiety. My approach is based on this scientific research. I help you develop the skills and strategies of healthy thinking and lifestyle known to help alleviate feelings of depression, anxiety, and worry.
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Angelie Karabatsos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
Does life feel overwhelming like being trapped in a never-ending maze? Having these feelings are perfectly normal. Talking through the life concerns or worries can help but it’s hard to share deep personal concerns with family or friends. The pressure of family, work, or past trauma's can cause anxiety, stress, even depression. Whether dealing with a difficult relationship, career, or life challenges talking with a trained professional, who is caring and compassionate can help you find freedom and start enjoying life. Think about how great it would be living life instead of just making it through each day.
Does life feel overwhelming like being trapped in a never-ending maze? Having these feelings are perfectly normal. Talking through the life concerns or worries can help but it’s hard to share deep personal concerns with family or friends. The pressure of family, work, or past trauma's can cause anxiety, stress, even depression. Whether dealing with a difficult relationship, career, or life challenges talking with a trained professional, who is caring and compassionate can help you find freedom and start enjoying life. Think about how great it would be living life instead of just making it through each day.
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I enjoy working with older adults and professionals who are coping with life transitions, grief and loss, relationships, career, or retirement.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. An unexpected event can suddenly throw everything off balance, or many smaller stresses can build up until it seems impossible to cope with them. These places can feel especially demoralizing if they challenge your self-efficacy--your ability to cope with problems on your own. You are not alone. At times, everyone needs help navigating through life's passages. I believe we all have the capacity to find a deeper, more meaningful life. I can work with you to help you regain your footing to continue your journey stronger than you were before.
I enjoy working with older adults and professionals who are coping with life transitions, grief and loss, relationships, career, or retirement.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. An unexpected event can suddenly throw everything off balance, or many smaller stresses can build up until it seems impossible to cope with them. These places can feel especially demoralizing if they challenge your self-efficacy--your ability to cope with problems on your own. You are not alone. At times, everyone needs help navigating through life's passages. I believe we all have the capacity to find a deeper, more meaningful life. I can work with you to help you regain your footing to continue your journey stronger than you were before.
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Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping.
Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping.
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My ideal client is the person who is stuck in uncertainty, and struggling to find clarity in their identity or there role in life. My expertise as an experienced counselor & coach is in partnering for creating the perfect outcome or vision/goals. Often the roadblocks are related to fear, low self-confidence, lack of effective communication development, or adequate emotional expression. Included are anger management and relational issues. I focus on the whole individual for healthy healing and maturity. As self-growth expands a high level of achievement and success is the by-product both personally as well as professionally.
My ideal client is the person who is stuck in uncertainty, and struggling to find clarity in their identity or there role in life. My expertise as an experienced counselor & coach is in partnering for creating the perfect outcome or vision/goals. Often the roadblocks are related to fear, low self-confidence, lack of effective communication development, or adequate emotional expression. Included are anger management and relational issues. I focus on the whole individual for healthy healing and maturity. As self-growth expands a high level of achievement and success is the by-product both personally as well as professionally.
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Hi, I'm glad you're here! Sometimes we, as humans, get stuck. Worry, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger can bog us down. Relief, joy, and a sense of connection can seem elusive as we trudge. Whether you are an individual, couple, or family, there is support for you here. I collaborate with my clients using evidence-based, holistic treatment approaches to help cultivate empowerment, connection, embodiment, and love. You deserve to feel good.
Hi, I'm glad you're here! Sometimes we, as humans, get stuck. Worry, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger can bog us down. Relief, joy, and a sense of connection can seem elusive as we trudge. Whether you are an individual, couple, or family, there is support for you here. I collaborate with my clients using evidence-based, holistic treatment approaches to help cultivate empowerment, connection, embodiment, and love. You deserve to feel good.
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Christina Tingley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
Are you looking to work towards the changes you want to see in your life? Do you want to improve your communication and relationships with others- or with yourself? Do you want honest feedback about your life so you don't have to spend years in therapy? I have 17+ years of experience working in the mental health field. The majority of this time was spent in crisis social work, helping individuals when they were at their worst. I am your ideal therapist if you are willing to look at your past, evaluate what led you here and if you are motivated to putting some work into changing the way you see yourself and the world!
Are you looking to work towards the changes you want to see in your life? Do you want to improve your communication and relationships with others- or with yourself? Do you want honest feedback about your life so you don't have to spend years in therapy? I have 17+ years of experience working in the mental health field. The majority of this time was spent in crisis social work, helping individuals when they were at their worst. I am your ideal therapist if you are willing to look at your past, evaluate what led you here and if you are motivated to putting some work into changing the way you see yourself and the world!
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As we all continue to navigate life's transitions and changes, we eventually find ourselves needing guidance and support along the way. Whether you or someone you know is currently thriving or struggling in life, deciding to seek therapy can often be a helpful, rewarding, and life-changing experience. Finding and choosing a therapist, however, could be challenging and overwhelming. Not only must practical matters be considered, such as fees and scheduling, so must the therapist's style, approach, and qualifications. In other words, it has to be a "good fit" and it must "feel right."
As we all continue to navigate life's transitions and changes, we eventually find ourselves needing guidance and support along the way. Whether you or someone you know is currently thriving or struggling in life, deciding to seek therapy can often be a helpful, rewarding, and life-changing experience. Finding and choosing a therapist, however, could be challenging and overwhelming. Not only must practical matters be considered, such as fees and scheduling, so must the therapist's style, approach, and qualifications. In other words, it has to be a "good fit" and it must "feel right."
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Robert L Marrs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
Since you are reading this profile, you are likely feeling a need for change. Fortunately, it is unnecessary to live life with fear, confusion, or loneliness. Just because you can't see how to get there doesn't mean it can't be done. I would be honored to walk this path of healing with you. Borrow from my hope and experience that things CAN be different. Whatever block you may be experiencing is simply a signal that your body and mind wants to heal. Together we can interpret those signals and create a healing dialogue.
Since you are reading this profile, you are likely feeling a need for change. Fortunately, it is unnecessary to live life with fear, confusion, or loneliness. Just because you can't see how to get there doesn't mean it can't be done. I would be honored to walk this path of healing with you. Borrow from my hope and experience that things CAN be different. Whatever block you may be experiencing is simply a signal that your body and mind wants to heal. Together we can interpret those signals and create a healing dialogue.
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I am passionate about helping you to create a meaningful and fulfilling life, as you learn to move from cycles of pain to cycles of peace. I view the human experience through an existential lens where you are encouraged to engage with your own "becoming" as you create a life worth living. I welcome all ways that bring awareness and change, including restoration therapy, solution-focused therapy, and techniques of self-compassion, mediation, spiritual integration, and somatic regulation. I work with adults, teens and kids and have experience with women's issues, parenting, marriage, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and addiction.
I am passionate about helping you to create a meaningful and fulfilling life, as you learn to move from cycles of pain to cycles of peace. I view the human experience through an existential lens where you are encouraged to engage with your own "becoming" as you create a life worth living. I welcome all ways that bring awareness and change, including restoration therapy, solution-focused therapy, and techniques of self-compassion, mediation, spiritual integration, and somatic regulation. I work with adults, teens and kids and have experience with women's issues, parenting, marriage, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and addiction.
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Whether you are facing significant life transitions, relational conflict, lost sense of self or wishing to expand your emotional awareness - My hope is to provide a therapeutic space that empowers you to reconnect with your own innate resiliency. In therapy, I often incorporate mindfulness techniques and parts of self work to help clients foster the connection between their mind and body to facilitate healing. I believe that through deeper understanding comes greater self-awareness and the ability to identify your truest needs, wants, wishes, desires and authentically express yourself.
Whether you are facing significant life transitions, relational conflict, lost sense of self or wishing to expand your emotional awareness - My hope is to provide a therapeutic space that empowers you to reconnect with your own innate resiliency. In therapy, I often incorporate mindfulness techniques and parts of self work to help clients foster the connection between their mind and body to facilitate healing. I believe that through deeper understanding comes greater self-awareness and the ability to identify your truest needs, wants, wishes, desires and authentically express yourself.
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YOU are the KEY component to your relationships! Experience healing, renew strength & generate peace in your life today. I'm not your stereotypical couch psychologist, sitting in a chair saying 'how does that make you feel, and tell me more.' I'll engage with you to help you improve your life. I'm also not totally removed from the challenges you may be facing. As a husband, father, & business owner I'm out there living life & facing some of those same challenges. There is hope, and there is change available for you. Call me, let's get your life back!
YOU are the KEY component to your relationships! Experience healing, renew strength & generate peace in your life today. I'm not your stereotypical couch psychologist, sitting in a chair saying 'how does that make you feel, and tell me more.' I'll engage with you to help you improve your life. I'm also not totally removed from the challenges you may be facing. As a husband, father, & business owner I'm out there living life & facing some of those same challenges. There is hope, and there is change available for you. Call me, let's get your life back!
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Thriving in a world torn apart by broken relationships, unmet expectations, and ongoing heartache can seem like a far off dream. While navigating the ups and downs of life can be challenging, I believe God uses our pain to help us see ourselves, to see God, and to see others more accurately. I am passionate about helping people move from brokenness and sorrow to hope and restoration, and I believe that this journey is not meant to be an independent one. I’m here as a companion for this journey to help you to uncover your God-given identity, and embrace a healthy sense of self.
Thriving in a world torn apart by broken relationships, unmet expectations, and ongoing heartache can seem like a far off dream. While navigating the ups and downs of life can be challenging, I believe God uses our pain to help us see ourselves, to see God, and to see others more accurately. I am passionate about helping people move from brokenness and sorrow to hope and restoration, and I believe that this journey is not meant to be an independent one. I’m here as a companion for this journey to help you to uncover your God-given identity, and embrace a healthy sense of self.
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Chris Gorski
Professional Counselor Associate, BS, MA, PCA, YT, MT
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97224 (Online Only)
I provide a safe, warm, nurturing space for my client to experience change. Let me help you transform your life. Are you overwhelmed with life? Feel like you can't get ahead no matter how hard you try? I will help you take charge of your life by equipping you with tools to transform yourself. I will help you navigate your everyday challenges that seem to obstruct your path to creating a life worth living that you are excited about. I also help people explore their spirituality. Were you raised in a rigid religion or have left one that dominated your life? Let's together create meaning in your new life.
I provide a safe, warm, nurturing space for my client to experience change. Let me help you transform your life. Are you overwhelmed with life? Feel like you can't get ahead no matter how hard you try? I will help you take charge of your life by equipping you with tools to transform yourself. I will help you navigate your everyday challenges that seem to obstruct your path to creating a life worth living that you are excited about. I also help people explore their spirituality. Were you raised in a rigid religion or have left one that dominated your life? Let's together create meaning in your new life.
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Stacie Giese
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone experiencing disconnection from their authentic self or is trying to unmask. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or emotional triggers related to past traumas with which they are struggling. Perhaps they are interested in understanding more about their neurodivergence and ways to build supportive systems to address symptoms. I am honored to help with navigating questions of identity, gender, sexuality, and building relationships with oneself and others.
My ideal client is someone experiencing disconnection from their authentic self or is trying to unmask. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or emotional triggers related to past traumas with which they are struggling. Perhaps they are interested in understanding more about their neurodivergence and ways to build supportive systems to address symptoms. I am honored to help with navigating questions of identity, gender, sexuality, and building relationships with oneself and others.
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Carlin Kent
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Currently waitlisting new clients. Recommendation for contact: for shorter wait times please email to request a session or more information. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship is one of unconditional positive regard, where we are accepted for who we are, and who we wish to become. My role is to walk alongside my clients in a supportive role as you process and heal. The therapy room is a safe place that holds space for exploration, growth, and an opportunity for personal evolution.
Currently waitlisting new clients. Recommendation for contact: for shorter wait times please email to request a session or more information. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship is one of unconditional positive regard, where we are accepted for who we are, and who we wish to become. My role is to walk alongside my clients in a supportive role as you process and heal. The therapy room is a safe place that holds space for exploration, growth, and an opportunity for personal evolution.
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Breanna Fanning
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MEd, LPCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Beginning the counseling process can be intimidating. I aim to provide clients with a safe and neutral space to share their story and feel wholly accepted without judgment. I believe that inviting the vulnerable parts of ourselves to be seen, heard, and cared for can lay the groundwork for effective therapy. By exploring past and present experiences, thoughts, and feelings, we can identify and alleviate barriers that are preventing you from living the life you desire.
Beginning the counseling process can be intimidating. I aim to provide clients with a safe and neutral space to share their story and feel wholly accepted without judgment. I believe that inviting the vulnerable parts of ourselves to be seen, heard, and cared for can lay the groundwork for effective therapy. By exploring past and present experiences, thoughts, and feelings, we can identify and alleviate barriers that are preventing you from living the life you desire.
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Jennifer DeVan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I believe it takes strength and courage to decide to begin therapy. I believe there comes a time in most people's lives when it can be helpful to have a non-biased, supportive person to guide them through life changes or difficulties they may be experiencing. Therapy is a collaborative relationship between the client and the therapist. In order for therapy to be successful, a person has to be ready and want to make changes. It is also essential to feel understood and accepted by your therapist. If you feel that you might benefit from a caring, experienced therapist, please call.
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I believe it takes strength and courage to decide to begin therapy. I believe there comes a time in most people's lives when it can be helpful to have a non-biased, supportive person to guide them through life changes or difficulties they may be experiencing. Therapy is a collaborative relationship between the client and the therapist. In order for therapy to be successful, a person has to be ready and want to make changes. It is also essential to feel understood and accepted by your therapist. If you feel that you might benefit from a caring, experienced therapist, please call.
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Haley Brotzman
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with folks highly motivated to grow and create positive change in their lives by breaking cycles of abuse and trauma. Clients of mine have described themselves as “too self-aware for therapy” or an “intellectualizer,” often due to the intersection of neurodivergence (ADHD/Autism) and complex trauma.
I am passionate about working with folks highly motivated to grow and create positive change in their lives by breaking cycles of abuse and trauma. Clients of mine have described themselves as “too self-aware for therapy” or an “intellectualizer,” often due to the intersection of neurodivergence (ADHD/Autism) and complex trauma.
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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.