Career Counseling Therapists in Upper Arlington, OH
We all experience pain--it’s normal. 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. It's no wonder life feels difficult so much of the time! I'm passionate about helping people become more grounded and accepting of themselves as they grapple with these hazards of being human.
We all experience pain--it’s normal. 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. It's no wonder life feels difficult so much of the time! I'm passionate about helping people become more grounded and accepting of themselves as they grapple with these hazards of being human.
Reclaim Your Path LLC
LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
Waitlist for new clients
Perhaps your life seems to check all the boxes from an outside perspective. But inside you feel stuck, struggling to experience the life you want. Maybe you’re reconciling with traumas from your past, coping with the chronic stress of work or school, or dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, or depression. Life may have thrown you an unexpected detour or significant loss, finding yourself at a crossroads in your career or at the end of a significant relationship. Or, things might be going well, but you know you have the potential for more. If any of this resonates, I can work with you to explore, define, and reclaim your path.
Perhaps your life seems to check all the boxes from an outside perspective. But inside you feel stuck, struggling to experience the life you want. Maybe you’re reconciling with traumas from your past, coping with the chronic stress of work or school, or dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, or depression. Life may have thrown you an unexpected detour or significant loss, finding yourself at a crossroads in your career or at the end of a significant relationship. Or, things might be going well, but you know you have the potential for more. If any of this resonates, I can work with you to explore, define, and reclaim your path.
Emanuel Werner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LCDCIII
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43212
I specialize in treating generalized anxiety, OCD, depression, complex trauma and PTSD, substance and alcohol use, couples & marital issues, grief, major life transitions, vocational/career discernment, and a variety of everyday and lifelong existential questions and realities we all face. Are you depressed and anxious about many things, with sleepless nights and moments of quiet desperation, helplessness, hopelessness, and worthlessness? Are you searching for answers to questions both known and unknown, looking to share with someone who can validate the reality of suffering in your life & help you find ways to navigate?
I specialize in treating generalized anxiety, OCD, depression, complex trauma and PTSD, substance and alcohol use, couples & marital issues, grief, major life transitions, vocational/career discernment, and a variety of everyday and lifelong existential questions and realities we all face. Are you depressed and anxious about many things, with sleepless nights and moments of quiet desperation, helplessness, hopelessness, and worthlessness? Are you searching for answers to questions both known and unknown, looking to share with someone who can validate the reality of suffering in your life & help you find ways to navigate?
Are you a young adult woman experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and even trauma? Self-discovery and creating/finding identity are goals I work best with. In my most recent job, I have found that domestic violence survivors and women who experience issues specific to being a woman have piqued my interest. As a therapist, the most rewarding thing is to guide women toward embracing themselves for who they are, heal past wounds, and empower them to live fully and authentically. I believe I have been given a purpose in this world to serve others, and that's what I was created to do.
Are you a young adult woman experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and even trauma? Self-discovery and creating/finding identity are goals I work best with. In my most recent job, I have found that domestic violence survivors and women who experience issues specific to being a woman have piqued my interest. As a therapist, the most rewarding thing is to guide women toward embracing themselves for who they are, heal past wounds, and empower them to live fully and authentically. I believe I have been given a purpose in this world to serve others, and that's what I was created to do.
Lisa M Huelskamp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CWC, PhD
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
I work with adults to listen, support, and offer insight with academic distress; loss and grief (including pet loss); ecodistress (climate-based distress); migraine, brain-injury, and other medical distress; perfectionism; anxiety; life transition; relationships; twice-exceptionality/neurodiversity (gifted/autism/ADHD); career planning; wellness; & more.
For those looking for a partner in resolving the emotional, relational, and behavioral issues that interfere with fulfilling one’s life goals, I draw from your strengths and meet you were you are without judgement. My clients describe me as friendly, open-minded, positive, and genuine. While I'm a trained counselor, I am also clinical researcher, a former educator with a PhD in STEM, and when added to 50+ years of life-experiences, can be a useful combination to support your journey.
I work with adults to listen, support, and offer insight with academic distress; loss and grief (including pet loss); ecodistress (climate-based distress); migraine, brain-injury, and other medical distress; perfectionism; anxiety; life transition; relationships; twice-exceptionality/neurodiversity (gifted/autism/ADHD); career planning; wellness; & more.
For those looking for a partner in resolving the emotional, relational, and behavioral issues that interfere with fulfilling one’s life goals, I draw from your strengths and meet you were you are without judgement. My clients describe me as friendly, open-minded, positive, and genuine. While I'm a trained counselor, I am also clinical researcher, a former educator with a PhD in STEM, and when added to 50+ years of life-experiences, can be a useful combination to support your journey.
Holly Mundon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LISW-S, CCTP , CDCA
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43212
Are you having struggles in your job or relationship? Have you been diagnosed with a mental illness and need coping skills as you learn to manage all that it entails? Do you need education, support, and encouragement? I work with grief/loss, trauma, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills & boundaries, relationship and job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those who are 'helping professions' and work with health professionals and first responders dealing with secondary trauma. We will work together to set goals for taking the next steps to feel better.
Are you having struggles in your job or relationship? Have you been diagnosed with a mental illness and need coping skills as you learn to manage all that it entails? Do you need education, support, and encouragement? I work with grief/loss, trauma, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills & boundaries, relationship and job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those who are 'helping professions' and work with health professionals and first responders dealing with secondary trauma. We will work together to set goals for taking the next steps to feel better.
Tim Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CHWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Arlington, OH 43212
Specializing in behavioral lifestyle change for emerging adults, parents... and just about everyone else. With over 20 years of professional wellness service in higher education, I have supported students through academic, athletic, behavioral, career, cognitive, emotional, physical, and social wellness.
Specializing in behavioral lifestyle change for emerging adults, parents... and just about everyone else. With over 20 years of professional wellness service in higher education, I have supported students through academic, athletic, behavioral, career, cognitive, emotional, physical, and social wellness.
Michelle Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, disordered eating, relationships, career, grief, loss, trauma, and life transitions.
I approach therapy from a holistic perspective that mind, body and spirit all work together for total wellness. Clients that are a good fit typically are looking to better themselves, to find joy in their day-to-day life, or are experiencing a life transition. I strive to help individuals elevate their life experience, and am a personable therapist that cares deeply about each of my clients. I am also a wife, mother, nature enthusiast, dog lover and wellness junkie. Connecting with people and allowing space for others to feel heard & understood is important to me.
Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, disordered eating, relationships, career, grief, loss, trauma, and life transitions.
I approach therapy from a holistic perspective that mind, body and spirit all work together for total wellness. Clients that are a good fit typically are looking to better themselves, to find joy in their day-to-day life, or are experiencing a life transition. I strive to help individuals elevate their life experience, and am a personable therapist that cares deeply about each of my clients. I am also a wife, mother, nature enthusiast, dog lover and wellness junkie. Connecting with people and allowing space for others to feel heard & understood is important to me.
At Wild Hope Therapy, we believe that therapy can be impactful and enriching while still feeling down-to-earth and accessible. We value collaboration, cultural humility, and seeing you as the expert of your own experience. Our style is warm and relaxed, but we will always be working diligently with you to develop the tools you need to meet your self-defined goals. We intend to create a space where you feel like you can be yourself, and trust us to hold you to whatever values and objectives we uncover.
At Wild Hope Therapy, we believe that therapy can be impactful and enriching while still feeling down-to-earth and accessible. We value collaboration, cultural humility, and seeing you as the expert of your own experience. Our style is warm and relaxed, but we will always be working diligently with you to develop the tools you need to meet your self-defined goals. We intend to create a space where you feel like you can be yourself, and trust us to hold you to whatever values and objectives we uncover.
Are you struggling to feel heard and validated? Are you having difficulty managing your emotions, finding purpose, or processing lived experiences? Are you in need of someone capable of providing guidance, active listening, empathetic understanding, & who can provide them with the tools to succeed? Are you open to gaining the knowledge and skills used in everyday life to help you grow and improve your overall well-being? I offer coping skills, resources, and knowledge to overcome any mental health challenges you may be facing. Instilling your self-confidence to succeed and walking this journey alongside you.
Are you struggling to feel heard and validated? Are you having difficulty managing your emotions, finding purpose, or processing lived experiences? Are you in need of someone capable of providing guidance, active listening, empathetic understanding, & who can provide them with the tools to succeed? Are you open to gaining the knowledge and skills used in everyday life to help you grow and improve your overall well-being? I offer coping skills, resources, and knowledge to overcome any mental health challenges you may be facing. Instilling your self-confidence to succeed and walking this journey alongside you.
I have experience working with clients who suffer from a range of mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and more. I take an approach that involves meeting clients where they are. I learn about their stories and assess what the right path is for their needs and goals. Having a client who is open and receptive to therapy is all a therapist could and should ask for.
I have experience working with clients who suffer from a range of mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and more. I take an approach that involves meeting clients where they are. I learn about their stories and assess what the right path is for their needs and goals. Having a client who is open and receptive to therapy is all a therapist could and should ask for.
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Kathy Ortiz, LISW-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSW
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43220
Not accepting new clients
I have 43 years of experience, in both mental health counseling and administrative work. My current practice is focused on assisting adults (ages 19-85) who are struggling with life issues, emotional stress, depression, anxiety and other challenges. The approaches I use are person-centered and motivational, with a focus on achieving the goals of the individual, family or couple. Assisting with skill building and/or identifying new tools can make the difference toward individual happiness and better life contentment.
I have 43 years of experience, in both mental health counseling and administrative work. My current practice is focused on assisting adults (ages 19-85) who are struggling with life issues, emotional stress, depression, anxiety and other challenges. The approaches I use are person-centered and motivational, with a focus on achieving the goals of the individual, family or couple. Assisting with skill building and/or identifying new tools can make the difference toward individual happiness and better life contentment.
Makoto Asahara
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
I desire to help everyone overcome their struggles and reach their true potential. I strive to help people deal with the deep issues of their life, so that they can overcome the obstacles and struggles. I work with people to find a new hope and confidence in themselves and their future. My approach to counseling is one that is person centered and cognitive behavioral.
I desire to help everyone overcome their struggles and reach their true potential. I strive to help people deal with the deep issues of their life, so that they can overcome the obstacles and struggles. I work with people to find a new hope and confidence in themselves and their future. My approach to counseling is one that is person centered and cognitive behavioral.
I know the decision to pursue counseling can be a difficult one. I applaud you for choosing to move forward. By doing so, you've taken the first step to making things better. Now comes the challenging task of finding the right therapist; someone who will be empathetic, insightful, and actively engaged in helping you reach your goals for therapy.
I know the decision to pursue counseling can be a difficult one. I applaud you for choosing to move forward. By doing so, you've taken the first step to making things better. Now comes the challenging task of finding the right therapist; someone who will be empathetic, insightful, and actively engaged in helping you reach your goals for therapy.
Vanessa Vargas
Counselor, MS, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Upper Arlington, OH 43220 (Online Only)
I believe that people have the ability to change and heal through talk therapy. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment where my clients can become the individuals they want to be. My therapeutic style is an integration of psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal therapies, while always holding cultural identities and values. I use mind/body based practices to help individuals reduce stress and increase their sense of connectedness to themselves and others. I assist my clients in identifying barriers, maximizing their strengths, and building self-compassion from a position of empathy and genuineness.
I believe that people have the ability to change and heal through talk therapy. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment where my clients can become the individuals they want to be. My therapeutic style is an integration of psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal therapies, while always holding cultural identities and values. I use mind/body based practices to help individuals reduce stress and increase their sense of connectedness to themselves and others. I assist my clients in identifying barriers, maximizing their strengths, and building self-compassion from a position of empathy and genuineness.
Matt Dunatchik
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
*Please email me for faster response time.* I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Dayton. I have worked in college counseling as well as with adolescents in an Intensive Outpatient Program. I'm a graduate of the Gestalt Institute of Central Ohio. I work with teenagers and adults as well as parents and families. I believe we all have the capacity to change and to experience the fullness of life and will meet you wherever you are on your journey with compassion, empathy, and an understanding that healthy change is possible.
*Please email me for faster response time.* I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Dayton. I have worked in college counseling as well as with adolescents in an Intensive Outpatient Program. I'm a graduate of the Gestalt Institute of Central Ohio. I work with teenagers and adults as well as parents and families. I believe we all have the capacity to change and to experience the fullness of life and will meet you wherever you are on your journey with compassion, empathy, and an understanding that healthy change is possible.
Todd Warren
Counselor, MDiv, MA, LMHC-QS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43221 (Online Only)
Are you in a relationship that's manipulative? Or are you unsure and need some clarity? If you've recently left a challenging relationship, I'm here for you and can be a guiding and healing hand. Relationships are an intricate dance, and we all have moments of imperfection; however, those missteps leave us feeling drained, hurt and afraid. You may feel like you're sacrificing your own needs in order to please your partner. You don’t want them to feel any discomfort even if it' costs of your own well-being. But, amidst all your selfless efforts, you don't feel loved in return. You hope that it will change, but it never does.
Are you in a relationship that's manipulative? Or are you unsure and need some clarity? If you've recently left a challenging relationship, I'm here for you and can be a guiding and healing hand. Relationships are an intricate dance, and we all have moments of imperfection; however, those missteps leave us feeling drained, hurt and afraid. You may feel like you're sacrificing your own needs in order to please your partner. You don’t want them to feel any discomfort even if it' costs of your own well-being. But, amidst all your selfless efforts, you don't feel loved in return. You hope that it will change, but it never does.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
Kylie McCarthy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Arlington, OH 43212 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. A reduced rate is available for those who need it. It's significant that you've taken the first step to seek out a therapist. I specialize in the areas of life transitions, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma recovery, addiction recovery, relationship issues, self compassion, identity formation, spiritual/religious experiences, and creating boundaries with others. It is a honor and great privilege to walk alongside my clients as they navigate the process of healing, self discovery and growth. It is a great joy to partner with clients to support them in coming home to themselves.
Accepting new clients. A reduced rate is available for those who need it. It's significant that you've taken the first step to seek out a therapist. I specialize in the areas of life transitions, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma recovery, addiction recovery, relationship issues, self compassion, identity formation, spiritual/religious experiences, and creating boundaries with others. It is a honor and great privilege to walk alongside my clients as they navigate the process of healing, self discovery and growth. It is a great joy to partner with clients to support them in coming home to themselves.
Carnessca Butler
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPPC-S
Verified Verified
Upper Arlington, OH 43212
Do you want to improve your anxiety and relationships in order to improve your overall functioning? My ideal client would be someone who is ready to make changes and begin therapy. I would enjoy working with someone with goals but may need some help clarifying them and creating a plan to work toward them.
Do you want to improve your anxiety and relationships in order to improve your overall functioning? My ideal client would be someone who is ready to make changes and begin therapy. I would enjoy working with someone with goals but may need some help clarifying them and creating a plan to work toward them.
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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.