Career Counseling Therapists in Culver City, CA
If you are experiencing challenges in your life, or struggling emotionally, do not wait until your suffering gets worse. Seeking help is a sign of inner strength and courage. My specialties are psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Evidence shows that individuals who undertake psychodynamic psychotherapy preserve therapeutic gains and continue improvement even after the end of the treatment. For over 19 years I helped individuals or couples on their different types of challenges, including relationship difficulties, career or school difficulties, anxiety and depression, trauma, loss, separation.
If you are experiencing challenges in your life, or struggling emotionally, do not wait until your suffering gets worse. Seeking help is a sign of inner strength and courage. My specialties are psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Evidence shows that individuals who undertake psychodynamic psychotherapy preserve therapeutic gains and continue improvement even after the end of the treatment. For over 19 years I helped individuals or couples on their different types of challenges, including relationship difficulties, career or school difficulties, anxiety and depression, trauma, loss, separation.
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
Daniel Lazar
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MBA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90066
Anger is hard to manage. It shows up before you know it, and can quickly escalate to aggression and rage. The consequences are severe: It's embarrassing. It's no good for relationships and career. And it feels terrible.
Anger is hard to manage. It shows up before you know it, and can quickly escalate to aggression and rage. The consequences are severe: It's embarrassing. It's no good for relationships and career. And it feels terrible.
Steve LeSieur
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults, teens, relationships, and families in the following areas: trauma, communication, grief, sexuality, anxiety, creativity, depression, and career.
Online sessions for people in California and Florida. I take certain insurance. See below. Ask me about ketamine-assisted therapy (KAP). I see therapy a kind of "care-filled" container to hold and shape whatever process is needed to move towards the change you seek. Think of me as a compassionate and curious traveling companion for this leg of your journey. We all have natural drives to adapt, learn, and grow, but sometimes we get stuck and lose touch. I intend our therapy to be a safe AND brave space where we show up first, for YOU, so you can re-balance yourself in your relationships and in your life.
I work with adults, teens, relationships, and families in the following areas: trauma, communication, grief, sexuality, anxiety, creativity, depression, and career.
Online sessions for people in California and Florida. I take certain insurance. See below. Ask me about ketamine-assisted therapy (KAP). I see therapy a kind of "care-filled" container to hold and shape whatever process is needed to move towards the change you seek. Think of me as a compassionate and curious traveling companion for this leg of your journey. We all have natural drives to adapt, learn, and grow, but sometimes we get stuck and lose touch. I intend our therapy to be a safe AND brave space where we show up first, for YOU, so you can re-balance yourself in your relationships and in your life.
Are you entering a new stage of life, or thinking of making a major change in your life? Are you unclear about the choices available to you? Are you feeling anxious and stressed out about the changes? Marriage, relationship challenges, divorce, graduation, career change, children leaving home, being a caregiver to parents, retirement, death of a spouse, as well as your own aging are all changes that increase stress and can be anxiety producing. It's much easier going through changes when you have an objective professional who can be your ally, trusted advisor, and guide through the process.
Are you entering a new stage of life, or thinking of making a major change in your life? Are you unclear about the choices available to you? Are you feeling anxious and stressed out about the changes? Marriage, relationship challenges, divorce, graduation, career change, children leaving home, being a caregiver to parents, retirement, death of a spouse, as well as your own aging are all changes that increase stress and can be anxiety producing. It's much easier going through changes when you have an objective professional who can be your ally, trusted advisor, and guide through the process.
Roxanne Horta LCSW, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
I am a millennial therapist and life coach dedicated to empowering women to find their path, embrace their uniqueness, and live life on their terms. I specialize in helping individuals facing life-altering shifts such as divorce, breakups, career changes, and parenthood. As a First-Gen Latina, I understand the pressure many of us face to meet certain cultural and societal timelines. We get trapped in a vicious cycle of anxious, negative thought patterns, debilitating stress and worry, and unnecessary pressure to meet others’ expectations or follow a path that is not our own.
I am a millennial therapist and life coach dedicated to empowering women to find their path, embrace their uniqueness, and live life on their terms. I specialize in helping individuals facing life-altering shifts such as divorce, breakups, career changes, and parenthood. As a First-Gen Latina, I understand the pressure many of us face to meet certain cultural and societal timelines. We get trapped in a vicious cycle of anxious, negative thought patterns, debilitating stress and worry, and unnecessary pressure to meet others’ expectations or follow a path that is not our own.
I specialize in working with men struggling in relationships, career transitions, parenting, and divorce and separation.
I offer in-person or virtual sessions focused on working with individuals and couples coping with issues of depression, anxiety, anger, and difficulties in their personal relationships as well as their professional careers. I utilize an empathic, strength-based approach that allows me to have a greater sense of your emotional experience while also identifying what strengths and resources you have to create the meaningful change in your life that you are seeking. My goal as a therapist is to help guide you through this process in a way that allows you to feel both safe and supported.
I specialize in working with men struggling in relationships, career transitions, parenting, and divorce and separation.
I offer in-person or virtual sessions focused on working with individuals and couples coping with issues of depression, anxiety, anger, and difficulties in their personal relationships as well as their professional careers. I utilize an empathic, strength-based approach that allows me to have a greater sense of your emotional experience while also identifying what strengths and resources you have to create the meaningful change in your life that you are seeking. My goal as a therapist is to help guide you through this process in a way that allows you to feel both safe and supported.
Shana Chan Pope
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
I've had the privilege of working with couples, individuals, and families around issues such as communication, career difficulties, depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and trauma.
Please note: Currently only doing telehealth. "The brave man (or person) is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear." (Nelson Mandela) Journeying through life is not supposed to be a solitary endeavor. I have found that in times of joy and pain, it is better to have it shared with others. I value the courage that it takes to be willing to open up and explore inwardly and relationally. I provide a safe and validating environment for those who want to personally grow, explore relationship dynamics, or seek support with mental health issues.
I've had the privilege of working with couples, individuals, and families around issues such as communication, career difficulties, depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and trauma.
Please note: Currently only doing telehealth. "The brave man (or person) is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear." (Nelson Mandela) Journeying through life is not supposed to be a solitary endeavor. I have found that in times of joy and pain, it is better to have it shared with others. I value the courage that it takes to be willing to open up and explore inwardly and relationally. I provide a safe and validating environment for those who want to personally grow, explore relationship dynamics, or seek support with mental health issues.
Erin Roalstad-Bossin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Too often it feels like we "should" do something - or feel pressured by thoughts of what others think of us. Carrying these burdens can feel like abandonment, sadness, worry, shame or being generally overwhelmed. My goal is to help stop this cycle by developing a deeper understanding of your own true feelings. Together, we can build your sense of confidence so you can speak your own truth - ultimately, creating the kind of life, career and relationships you want.
Too often it feels like we "should" do something - or feel pressured by thoughts of what others think of us. Carrying these burdens can feel like abandonment, sadness, worry, shame or being generally overwhelmed. My goal is to help stop this cycle by developing a deeper understanding of your own true feelings. Together, we can build your sense of confidence so you can speak your own truth - ultimately, creating the kind of life, career and relationships you want.
Scott L Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Clients bring a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, work/career stress, profound discontentment (existential angst), and relationship difficulties.
Psychologically speaking, why do we do what we do? Where are we coming from . . . what are we moving toward . . . and how are we proceeding? Do our impulses, our actions or reactions, our habits, our thoughts, judgments, interpretations, or even our intentions support or lead to what we imagine to be our "happiness?"
I work with individuals, couples, and families in short- and long-term psychotherapy. Some clients prefer brief "solution-focused" therapy to help them with specific short-term issues, while others want to work more deeply toward longer-lasting growth and transformation.
Clients bring a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, work/career stress, profound discontentment (existential angst), and relationship difficulties.
Psychologically speaking, why do we do what we do? Where are we coming from . . . what are we moving toward . . . and how are we proceeding? Do our impulses, our actions or reactions, our habits, our thoughts, judgments, interpretations, or even our intentions support or lead to what we imagine to be our "happiness?"
I work with individuals, couples, and families in short- and long-term psychotherapy. Some clients prefer brief "solution-focused" therapy to help them with specific short-term issues, while others want to work more deeply toward longer-lasting growth and transformation.
Khana Lacewell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
Are you a woman in your 20's, 30's or 40's who is struggling with anxiety, depression, friend or dating issues, career/creative/life purpose confusion, burnout, loneliness/lack of connection, self-judgment, Imposter/Comparison Syndrome? Are you struggling to get clarity around big or small life decisions and move forward on your path, yet feel blocked, stuck or a little behind? You're definitely not alone, and I've been helping women just like you feel more comfortable in their own skin, cultivate healthy relationships, increase clarity and calm, and create healthier, happier routines so they can be their best selves.
Are you a woman in your 20's, 30's or 40's who is struggling with anxiety, depression, friend or dating issues, career/creative/life purpose confusion, burnout, loneliness/lack of connection, self-judgment, Imposter/Comparison Syndrome? Are you struggling to get clarity around big or small life decisions and move forward on your path, yet feel blocked, stuck or a little behind? You're definitely not alone, and I've been helping women just like you feel more comfortable in their own skin, cultivate healthy relationships, increase clarity and calm, and create healthier, happier routines so they can be their best selves.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
As a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals just like you—those navigating the complexities of interpersonal relationships, career demands, existential questions, and spiritual exploration.
If you're seeking deeper connections in your relationships, longing for more intimacy and understanding. Or perhaps you're feeling the weight of stress from your demanding career, whether you're in the office, on the field, on set, or immersed in the world of creativity. You're driven to perform at your best, but the pressure is taking its toll on your well-being. You may also find yourself questioning your purpose in life feeling stuck, and yearning for clarity on your life's path. And for those on a spiritual journey, you're eager to delve into your higher self, embrace your shadow, and align with your true calling.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals just like you—those navigating the complexities of interpersonal relationships, career demands, existential questions, and spiritual exploration.
If you're seeking deeper connections in your relationships, longing for more intimacy and understanding. Or perhaps you're feeling the weight of stress from your demanding career, whether you're in the office, on the field, on set, or immersed in the world of creativity. You're driven to perform at your best, but the pressure is taking its toll on your well-being. You may also find yourself questioning your purpose in life feeling stuck, and yearning for clarity on your life's path. And for those on a spiritual journey, you're eager to delve into your higher self, embrace your shadow, and align with your true calling.
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We are a group practice Network offering video and in person app Our vision is to connect you to a network of some of the most talented, highly qualified and compassionate professionals in the mental health field, each with a broad range of skills and unique personal style. Our therapists and psychiatrists are uniquely equipped to work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families. They will help you access the keys to your emotional/psychological healing, wholeness and sense of well being. Once you are connected with a therapist, all communication with them will be handled via their individual voice-mail or email.
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We are a group practice Network offering video and in person app Our vision is to connect you to a network of some of the most talented, highly qualified and compassionate professionals in the mental health field, each with a broad range of skills and unique personal style. Our therapists and psychiatrists are uniquely equipped to work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families. They will help you access the keys to your emotional/psychological healing, wholeness and sense of well being. Once you are connected with a therapist, all communication with them will be handled via their individual voice-mail or email.
A life transition experience can be positive or negative, planned or unexpected. Some transitions happen without warning, and they may be quite dramatic, as in cases of accidents, death, divorce, job loss, or serious illness. Other life transitions come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving to a new city. Even though events like these are usually planned and anticipated, they can be just as life-altering as the unexpected events. Whether positive or negative, life transitions cause us to leave behind the familiar and force us to adjust to new ways of living.
A life transition experience can be positive or negative, planned or unexpected. Some transitions happen without warning, and they may be quite dramatic, as in cases of accidents, death, divorce, job loss, or serious illness. Other life transitions come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving to a new city. Even though events like these are usually planned and anticipated, they can be just as life-altering as the unexpected events. Whether positive or negative, life transitions cause us to leave behind the familiar and force us to adjust to new ways of living.
Shereen Hariri
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Sometimes things are too big for you to handle alone. Whatever it is that brings you to my door, whatever your lifestyle, your challenges, or your hurts, I'm here to help you change what isn't working. Let's get you to the healthiest, most empowered version of your true self, both individually and in your relationships with others.
I welcome individuals and couples, adults and teens, and have an open, collaborative, holistic, proactive style. I can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, self-esteem, spirituality, career planning, and creative/life coaching.
Sometimes things are too big for you to handle alone. Whatever it is that brings you to my door, whatever your lifestyle, your challenges, or your hurts, I'm here to help you change what isn't working. Let's get you to the healthiest, most empowered version of your true self, both individually and in your relationships with others.
I welcome individuals and couples, adults and teens, and have an open, collaborative, holistic, proactive style. I can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, self-esteem, spirituality, career planning, and creative/life coaching.
Brittany Aliado
Marriage & Family Therapist, Psy D
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90066 (Online Only)
It can be difficult to manage stressors, break-ups, job frustrations, and family dynamics but together we can improve your relationships and help you through difficult times.
I provide a safe and secure environment to explore experiences, gain insight and awareness to reach your goals. I believe that we all possess the necessary tools to overcome the challenges, difficulties, or changes in our lives. Often we struggle to find the tools we need in challenging times. I can assist you in recognizing and creating your tools in order for you to be successful in your life’s journey.
It can be difficult to manage stressors, break-ups, job frustrations, and family dynamics but together we can improve your relationships and help you through difficult times.
I provide a safe and secure environment to explore experiences, gain insight and awareness to reach your goals. I believe that we all possess the necessary tools to overcome the challenges, difficulties, or changes in our lives. Often we struggle to find the tools we need in challenging times. I can assist you in recognizing and creating your tools in order for you to be successful in your life’s journey.
Jessie Lynn Comstock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
I work collaboratively with clients to help generate insight and cultivate healthier approaches to the challenges and ebbs & flows of life. I focus on empathy & humility while working to uncover underlying dynamics contributing to what's not working so we can make intuitive and meaningful changes. I want to help you understand yourself and find your own intuition to ultimately be more satisfied with your life overall. I specialize in women/xn dealing with anxiety, identity & self-esteem, relationships, boundaries, phase of life & adjustment/transitions, family, career, sexuality & more.
I work collaboratively with clients to help generate insight and cultivate healthier approaches to the challenges and ebbs & flows of life. I focus on empathy & humility while working to uncover underlying dynamics contributing to what's not working so we can make intuitive and meaningful changes. I want to help you understand yourself and find your own intuition to ultimately be more satisfied with your life overall. I specialize in women/xn dealing with anxiety, identity & self-esteem, relationships, boundaries, phase of life & adjustment/transitions, family, career, sexuality & more.
Constellation Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Examples include relationships, career, and academic concerns and other questions that can contribute to a sense of dissatisfaction in life.
Beginning therapy can be scary and intimidating, but also hopeful. Discussing your wishes and uncertainties in session can promote clarity and lead to positive changes in thinking and behavior that are necessary to improve circumstances and relationships. Action is required for positive life changes to occur. It isn't always easy figuring out what action to take or what changes to make. Therapy is a safe place to explore these thoughts and feelings. Small shifts can lead to large improvements in mood and relationships. Please reach out with questions or to schedule an initial consultation.
Examples include relationships, career, and academic concerns and other questions that can contribute to a sense of dissatisfaction in life.
Beginning therapy can be scary and intimidating, but also hopeful. Discussing your wishes and uncertainties in session can promote clarity and lead to positive changes in thinking and behavior that are necessary to improve circumstances and relationships. Action is required for positive life changes to occur. It isn't always easy figuring out what action to take or what changes to make. Therapy is a safe place to explore these thoughts and feelings. Small shifts can lead to large improvements in mood and relationships. Please reach out with questions or to schedule an initial consultation.
Stacy Hajarian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90066
I am currently seeing clients in-person and via Telehealth in California and Arizona. Are you facing challenges with your relationships, career, or feel overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, depression, grief or life in general? Are you having an identify crisis, getting stuck in the past, repeating old patterns or pre-occupied with the future? I want you to know that you are not alone and I would love to help you. Together, we can collaborate to find solutions for a happier and more fulfilled life. It is of utmost importance to me to create a warm, empathic and accepting space for clients to explore and express themselves.
I am currently seeing clients in-person and via Telehealth in California and Arizona. Are you facing challenges with your relationships, career, or feel overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, depression, grief or life in general? Are you having an identify crisis, getting stuck in the past, repeating old patterns or pre-occupied with the future? I want you to know that you are not alone and I would love to help you. Together, we can collaborate to find solutions for a happier and more fulfilled life. It is of utmost importance to me to create a warm, empathic and accepting space for clients to explore and express themselves.
Lori Karny LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I can help you with post COVID-19 emotional/health stressors, to advocate for yourself, develop new academic or professional goals, engage in career transitions or unanticipated life challenges.
I enjoy assisting adults of all ages to explore relationship concerns, to develop personal autonomy, self-worth - and to explore individual and professional creativity. If you are depressed, anxious, angry, struggling or worried - I want to help you. For over 25 years, I have supported individuals of all ages to articulate and understand psychological problems, to develop insight and individual strategies to thrive in life. I specialize in helping people who are are struggling with trauma, identity, suicidal ideation, emotional pain, social changes, family dynamics, relationship loss, complex grief, and emotional life transitions.
I can help you with post COVID-19 emotional/health stressors, to advocate for yourself, develop new academic or professional goals, engage in career transitions or unanticipated life challenges.
I enjoy assisting adults of all ages to explore relationship concerns, to develop personal autonomy, self-worth - and to explore individual and professional creativity. If you are depressed, anxious, angry, struggling or worried - I want to help you. For over 25 years, I have supported individuals of all ages to articulate and understand psychological problems, to develop insight and individual strategies to thrive in life. I specialize in helping people who are are struggling with trauma, identity, suicidal ideation, emotional pain, social changes, family dynamics, relationship loss, complex grief, and emotional life transitions.
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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.