Performance evaluations often reward compliance over innovation, leaving employees feeling demoralized by numerical scores devoid of meaning. Lacking constructive feedback, employees struggle to grow and advance. Professional career counseling offers guidance through this maze of evaluations, empowering employees to navigate with direction and confidence. Single-session therapy with an experienced career counselor can equip you with tools to manage anxiety, boost confidence, articulate achievements, and negotiate salary adjustments.

Explore the profound impact of bad leadership in the workplace, from communication breakdowns to generic performance evaluations. Discover how bad leadership in the workplace erodes morale and mental health, leaving employees feeling undervalued and powerless. Learn coping strategies and the role of therapy in reclaiming agency. Your career journey deserves recognition and support amidst the challenges of navigating toxic leadership.

Feeling trapped in a job often stems from various factors, such as the fear of financial instability or the belief that switching careers would be too risky. Similarly, witnessing your company diverge from its core values can evoke feelings of disillusionment and powerlessness. You may feel morally conflicted, struggling to reconcile your personal ethics with the actions or decisions of your employer. In these situations, the sense of being trapped or powerless can lead to increased stress, anxiety, and even depression.

Discover how to navigate the emotional toll of job loss with expert guidance. Explore therapeutic approaches like CBT, EMDR, and ACT to overcome feelings of inadequacy and find clarity in your career path. As a seasoned career counselor, I offer personalized support to empower you in your journey towards emotional resilience and professional growth.

Career counseling is new territory for many people. Below are five phases of career counseling: intake, preparation, job search strategies, landing the job, and maintenance. Keep in mind the counseling process will be specifically tailored to meet your needs—not everyone needs the “full menu” to make a career change.

Here’s what to expect.

If you need clarification about the key differences between career counselors, career coaches, and career consultants, read on to learn more and make an informed decision!