Career Counseling Therapists in DFW, TX
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Debra Ellis - Ellis Counseling Agency
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LBSW, ACBSW
Verified Verified
DFW, TX 75261
Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! As an experienced behavioral specialist, I am committed to offering extensive support for a variety of challenges that you or your family may be facing. My specialty is nurturing personal well-being, catering to both individuals and families. With the goal of steering you towards realizing your full potential, I am honored to possess dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Social Worker. Over my expansive career spanning more than 25 years in behavioral health, substance abuse, case management, and medical social work, I have gained priceless experience.
Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! As an experienced behavioral specialist, I am committed to offering extensive support for a variety of challenges that you or your family may be facing. My specialty is nurturing personal well-being, catering to both individuals and families. With the goal of steering you towards realizing your full potential, I am honored to possess dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Social Worker. Over my expansive career spanning more than 25 years in behavioral health, substance abuse, case management, and medical social work, I have gained priceless experience.
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Janice Rose-Gill, LPC, LCAT, PCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, LCAT, PCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
DFW, TX 75261 (Online Only)
Janice places an emphasis on building relationships with transparency and authenticity. Janice is flexible in her therapeutic approach, allowing her to tailor your therapy to focus on your specific needs. Among Janice’s areas of expertise are the treatment of anxiety and depressive disorders, stress, major life transitions, and career exploration.
Janice places an emphasis on building relationships with transparency and authenticity. Janice is flexible in her therapeutic approach, allowing her to tailor your therapy to focus on your specific needs. Among Janice’s areas of expertise are the treatment of anxiety and depressive disorders, stress, major life transitions, and career exploration.
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Jennifer Elaine Kepke-Beathard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
DFW, TX 75261
Waitlist for new clients
None of us are perfect. We've made some choices that we wish we could change. Everything we do, every choice, is for a good reason. We are here to learn and move forward into a better life for ourselves and those we love. The journey of self-knowledge creates healing, deepens our compassion, and helps us attain our highest purpose. Jennifer uses an integrative approach to help individuals work through narcissistic abuse, mental, physical, emotional, sexual, and psychological abuse; anxiety, depression, relationships, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, parenting, and life goals.
None of us are perfect. We've made some choices that we wish we could change. Everything we do, every choice, is for a good reason. We are here to learn and move forward into a better life for ourselves and those we love. The journey of self-knowledge creates healing, deepens our compassion, and helps us attain our highest purpose. Jennifer uses an integrative approach to help individuals work through narcissistic abuse, mental, physical, emotional, sexual, and psychological abuse; anxiety, depression, relationships, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, parenting, and life goals.
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Shawna Damiani
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
DFW, TX 75261 (Online Only)
Are you feeling weighed down by past experiences, struggling to navigate your ADHD, or grappling with self-acceptance? You're not alone. I specialize in providing compassionate therapy for individuals facing these challenges and more. My approach is rooted in empowerment. I believe in harnessing the unique strengths and voices of each client to advocate for their needs and aspirations. Together, we'll work towards your goals, embracing self-compassion and discovering effective strategies to help you manage life along the way.
Are you feeling weighed down by past experiences, struggling to navigate your ADHD, or grappling with self-acceptance? You're not alone. I specialize in providing compassionate therapy for individuals facing these challenges and more. My approach is rooted in empowerment. I believe in harnessing the unique strengths and voices of each client to advocate for their needs and aspirations. Together, we'll work towards your goals, embracing self-compassion and discovering effective strategies to help you manage life along the way.
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Hello! I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving the state of Texas. I am certified in Clinical Child & Adolescent Anxiety Treatment. My passion is working with youth/adolescents to teach how to manage anxiety, cognitive therapy skills, and effective emotional regulation skills in order to become the best version of themselves. I believe every child deserves compassion and a safe place.
Hello! I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving the state of Texas. I am certified in Clinical Child & Adolescent Anxiety Treatment. My passion is working with youth/adolescents to teach how to manage anxiety, cognitive therapy skills, and effective emotional regulation skills in order to become the best version of themselves. I believe every child deserves compassion and a safe place.
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Ask Coach Gwen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ABD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irving, TX 75038 (Online Only)
Coach Gwen offers Life & Career Coaching, and Mental & Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency Counseling for individuals, families, couples, and group therapy. One of my passions and area of experience is with working with clients that have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect. I also enjoy working with clients in need of anger management, cognitive reconstruction, and mindfulness training. My company Ask Coach Gwen's goal is simple: to foster an environment of Total Wellness, encompassing mind, body, & soul.
Coach Gwen offers Life & Career Coaching, and Mental & Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency Counseling for individuals, families, couples, and group therapy. One of my passions and area of experience is with working with clients that have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect. I also enjoy working with clients in need of anger management, cognitive reconstruction, and mindfulness training. My company Ask Coach Gwen's goal is simple: to foster an environment of Total Wellness, encompassing mind, body, & soul.
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Noyau Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irving, TX 75038
You may want to change one aspect of your life, or you are feeling it is time to change every facet from your relationships to your career to your views and outlook.
If you've been struggling and feeling lost and hopeless about how to turn things around for yourself, it may feel impossible to figure out how to begin to heal and move forward in your life. Feelings of sadness, confusion, and anxiety can feel overwhelming, and you may worry that you will never feel happy and whole again. We are here to restore your hope and offer support, guidance, and understanding. We'll work with you to start building a path and a life towards happiness, success, and fulfillment in a warm and nonjudgemental atmosphere.
You may want to change one aspect of your life, or you are feeling it is time to change every facet from your relationships to your career to your views and outlook.
If you've been struggling and feeling lost and hopeless about how to turn things around for yourself, it may feel impossible to figure out how to begin to heal and move forward in your life. Feelings of sadness, confusion, and anxiety can feel overwhelming, and you may worry that you will never feel happy and whole again. We are here to restore your hope and offer support, guidance, and understanding. We'll work with you to start building a path and a life towards happiness, success, and fulfillment in a warm and nonjudgemental atmosphere.
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Intellection Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Euless, TX 76039
Every person is important. Every person deserves to be respected. Every person deserves to be heard. I want my clients to develop a strong sense of identity and confidence in their own abilities. I have gained an appreciation for people and their needs regardless of their backgrounds due to having years of experience working in various settings such as corporate America for a Fortune 100 company as well as an established mental health organization. Along with this, I have extensive experience traveling internationally and was raised in a family of several mental health professionals.
Every person is important. Every person deserves to be respected. Every person deserves to be heard. I want my clients to develop a strong sense of identity and confidence in their own abilities. I have gained an appreciation for people and their needs regardless of their backgrounds due to having years of experience working in various settings such as corporate America for a Fortune 100 company as well as an established mental health organization. Along with this, I have extensive experience traveling internationally and was raised in a family of several mental health professionals.
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Lilia Maynard
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irving, TX 75038 (Online Only)
Hello! I am an LPC Associate under the supervision of Felicia Stone, M.A., LPC-S.
Are anxiety, trauma, and insecurity overshadowing your values and dreams, leaving you feeling stuck in the past and unable to fully embrace the present? It’s common to find yourself reliving past experiences as if they were happening in the here and now, despite knowing deep down that they no longer define you. These overwhelming emotions can drain your joy and confidence, leading you to avoid situations that trigger these feelings.
Hello! I am an LPC Associate under the supervision of Felicia Stone, M.A., LPC-S.
Are anxiety, trauma, and insecurity overshadowing your values and dreams, leaving you feeling stuck in the past and unable to fully embrace the present? It’s common to find yourself reliving past experiences as if they were happening in the here and now, despite knowing deep down that they no longer define you. These overwhelming emotions can drain your joy and confidence, leading you to avoid situations that trigger these feelings.
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Julie A Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Irving, TX 75038
I have been a counselor for 30+ years. While my passion is working with couples, I also love working with individuals and teens, helping them through life's difficulties. I work with issues such as anxiety, depression, loss, self-esteem, adoption, victims of abuse & violence, relationship problems, issues of sexuality, etc. I want to give you the patience, support, and tools, to work jointly on your needs in a focused and non-judgmental manner, until I am no longer needed. We all have issues that creep up. We know, without resolution, minor issues become major.
I have been a counselor for 30+ years. While my passion is working with couples, I also love working with individuals and teens, helping them through life's difficulties. I work with issues such as anxiety, depression, loss, self-esteem, adoption, victims of abuse & violence, relationship problems, issues of sexuality, etc. I want to give you the patience, support, and tools, to work jointly on your needs in a focused and non-judgmental manner, until I am no longer needed. We all have issues that creep up. We know, without resolution, minor issues become major.
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Having over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I have found that everyone has within themselves the internal resources for self-healing. My goal as a therapist is to assist you in accessing and further developing those resources. I will help you work through your immediate problems and concerns as well as assist you in addressing past experiences that may be influencing your current emotional state, behaviors and relationships. I work with adults 20 years and older.
Having over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I have found that everyone has within themselves the internal resources for self-healing. My goal as a therapist is to assist you in accessing and further developing those resources. I will help you work through your immediate problems and concerns as well as assist you in addressing past experiences that may be influencing your current emotional state, behaviors and relationships. I work with adults 20 years and older.
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Isabel Villalobos Reynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, MPA, LCSW-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irving, TX 75038
Life can be challenging, but you do not have to face it alone. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or experiencing sadness, know that you have a safe and supportive space to express yourself. I can assist you in navigating this difficult time and provide practical tools to manage these feelings. Together, we can address unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs and help you develop coping strategies to empower you to move forward from merely surviving to thriving.
Life can be challenging, but you do not have to face it alone. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or experiencing sadness, know that you have a safe and supportive space to express yourself. I can assist you in navigating this difficult time and provide practical tools to manage these feelings. Together, we can address unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs and help you develop coping strategies to empower you to move forward from merely surviving to thriving.
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Nala Counseling & Wellness (A Group Practice)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Irving, TX 75038 (Online Only)
We are happy you found us! We are a group of compassionate, genuine, culturally sensitive & experienced therapists. We have created a space for ALL respecting "authentically" who you are with honour, respect & acceptance. We provide tele-health counseling for individuals, couples and families. We have a passion in working with our BIPOC, Hispanic, Latinx & Spanish speaking communities. We understand your challenges and can support your needs. We can can help you in changing the things that make you feel “stuck” in order to fully experience YOUR life! Our past can shape us, but doesn’t have to define who we are.
We are happy you found us! We are a group of compassionate, genuine, culturally sensitive & experienced therapists. We have created a space for ALL respecting "authentically" who you are with honour, respect & acceptance. We provide tele-health counseling for individuals, couples and families. We have a passion in working with our BIPOC, Hispanic, Latinx & Spanish speaking communities. We understand your challenges and can support your needs. We can can help you in changing the things that make you feel “stuck” in order to fully experience YOUR life! Our past can shape us, but doesn’t have to define who we are.
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Lesley Craton Emdr Certified
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irving, TX 75038
We all experience pain in life. However, I believe that everyone is capable of living a life that gives us meaning and passion; and to grow despite hardships. If you are tired of feeling stuck, I am here to help! I am a knowledgeable, compassionate, non-judgemental counselor who will meet you where you are at in life, and work collaboratively with you, so that you can live the life that you desire. “If there is meaning in life at all, then there must be meaning in suffering.” - Viktor E. Frankl. Follow me on instagram @lesleycratonlpc or find me on my website www.fellowtravelertherapypllc.com
We all experience pain in life. However, I believe that everyone is capable of living a life that gives us meaning and passion; and to grow despite hardships. If you are tired of feeling stuck, I am here to help! I am a knowledgeable, compassionate, non-judgemental counselor who will meet you where you are at in life, and work collaboratively with you, so that you can live the life that you desire. “If there is meaning in life at all, then there must be meaning in suffering.” - Viktor E. Frankl. Follow me on instagram @lesleycratonlpc or find me on my website www.fellowtravelertherapypllc.com
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I have over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples from all walks of life. I enjoy working with people, instilling hope, and helping individuals grow, improve, and learn. I believe every individual could develop healthy coping strategies and change maladaptive thinking and behaviors, so I am dedicated to helping treat your unique problems. Whether you're dealing with depression/anxiety, chronic stress, or relationship issues, I implement evidenced-based techniques and treatments that are individualized. Call or email me today to schedule an appointment. I look forward to working with you.
I have over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples from all walks of life. I enjoy working with people, instilling hope, and helping individuals grow, improve, and learn. I believe every individual could develop healthy coping strategies and change maladaptive thinking and behaviors, so I am dedicated to helping treat your unique problems. Whether you're dealing with depression/anxiety, chronic stress, or relationship issues, I implement evidenced-based techniques and treatments that are individualized. Call or email me today to schedule an appointment. I look forward to working with you.
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Helena C Roberson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC-S, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76155
Helena is a compassionate and perceptive listener, offering you a healing space with focus on solutions. Gifted in establishing rapport quickly, Helena’s approach focuses on empathetic guidance, identification of client strengths, and replacing destructive patterns. Helena specializes in treating adults struggling with life transitions associated with work, stress, relationships ,anxiety, and depression. With previous experience as a School Counselor and Teacher, Helena also has a passion for working with young adults 18 and up with identity issues, anger and low self-esteem.
Helena is a compassionate and perceptive listener, offering you a healing space with focus on solutions. Gifted in establishing rapport quickly, Helena’s approach focuses on empathetic guidance, identification of client strengths, and replacing destructive patterns. Helena specializes in treating adults struggling with life transitions associated with work, stress, relationships ,anxiety, and depression. With previous experience as a School Counselor and Teacher, Helena also has a passion for working with young adults 18 and up with identity issues, anger and low self-esteem.
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Hablo Español. Sometimes life issues require an objective sounding board to allow for a deeper understanding of present issues. Specialties include individual, marital,parenting and adolescents. Handling of national and international cases on immigration issues. All types of psychological evaluations /A veces las preocupaciones de la vida requiere alguien que le puede dar una perspectiva objetiva y profesional. Doctorada de sicologia de la familia y desarollo del nino . Con muchos anos de experiencia en consejeria de la familia y evaluaciones psicologicos nacionalmente y internacionalmente. Areas de intervencion sicologico en las cortes en casos de divorcio/custodia, inmigracion, y ayuda con comportamiento de sus hijos.
Hablo Español. Sometimes life issues require an objective sounding board to allow for a deeper understanding of present issues. Specialties include individual, marital,parenting and adolescents. Handling of national and international cases on immigration issues. All types of psychological evaluations /A veces las preocupaciones de la vida requiere alguien que le puede dar una perspectiva objetiva y profesional. Doctorada de sicologia de la familia y desarollo del nino . Con muchos anos de experiencia en consejeria de la familia y evaluaciones psicologicos nacionalmente y internacionalmente. Areas de intervencion sicologico en las cortes en casos de divorcio/custodia, inmigracion, y ayuda con comportamiento de sus hijos.
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Dallas Therapeutic Services is a group practice uniquely managed to fit the needs of most clients! When the group formed, care was taken to choose clinicians with a variety of backgrounds and specialities. We want to provide an environment, where we can match clients with their best fit therapist. Additionally, we are able to psychological testing for ADHD, Autism, IQ (processing speed, working memory, comprehension and perceptual reasoning as well IQ score) and personality (diagnosis) - all of which can help with differentiating diagnoses and planning treatment accordingly.
Dallas Therapeutic Services is a group practice uniquely managed to fit the needs of most clients! When the group formed, care was taken to choose clinicians with a variety of backgrounds and specialities. We want to provide an environment, where we can match clients with their best fit therapist. Additionally, we are able to psychological testing for ADHD, Autism, IQ (processing speed, working memory, comprehension and perceptual reasoning as well IQ score) and personality (diagnosis) - all of which can help with differentiating diagnoses and planning treatment accordingly.
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Andrew Gill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, BCN
Verified Verified
Irving, TX 75038
Waitlist for new clients
Tau Healing Services is available for the needs of those suffering from situational, family, or personal issues that are causing distress in life.
Tau means true. Healing is viewed as a process of becoming well. The aim of Tau Healing Services is to provide professional and quality services that assist in the healing process by natural means and with the assistance of grace.
Tau Healing Services is available for the needs of those suffering from situational, family, or personal issues that are causing distress in life.
Tau means true. Healing is viewed as a process of becoming well. The aim of Tau Healing Services is to provide professional and quality services that assist in the healing process by natural means and with the assistance of grace.
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Justin Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Euless, TX 76039
Making the decision to come to counseling can be a difficult one. I understand people face different challenges that stop them from moving forward in their lives. I am passionate about helping people with various issues including depression, anxiety, unresolved grief/loss, low self-esteem, substance use disorders, and complex trauma among many others. I believe in a patient approach and emphasize building a trusting relationship to help foster deeper reflection and personal accountability. I look forward to the honor of walking alongside you in your journey to wellness.
Making the decision to come to counseling can be a difficult one. I understand people face different challenges that stop them from moving forward in their lives. I am passionate about helping people with various issues including depression, anxiety, unresolved grief/loss, low self-esteem, substance use disorders, and complex trauma among many others. I believe in a patient approach and emphasize building a trusting relationship to help foster deeper reflection and personal accountability. I look forward to the honor of walking alongside you in your journey to wellness.
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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.