Career Counseling
Find Direction & Build Your Future
Career choices shape so much of our lives — our sense of purpose, our daily routine, and even our confidence in who we are. But finding the right path isn’t always straightforward. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your current job, facing an unexpected career change, or just starting out and unsure where to begin, career counseling can help you navigate the uncertainty with clarity and confidence. At Cortes Counseling, we believe every career decision is an opportunity to align your work with your values, strengths, and goals.
What is Career Counseling?
Career counseling is a guided process that helps you explore your interests, skills, and personality to make informed career decisions. It’s not just about picking a job. It’s about identifying the kind of work that brings you fulfillment and supports your life as a whole. This may involve assessments, exploring new career fields, discussing educational opportunities, or planning steps toward advancement.
Sometimes, career challenges are tied to deeper concerns like self-doubt, stress, or burnout. Counseling offers space to address these issues while helping you build a realistic and motivating career plan. Whether you’re making a major shift or simply want to feel more satisfied where you are, career counseling can help you move forward with purpose.
When Should I Consider Career Counseling?
You might consider career counseling if you feel unfulfilled, uncertain, or overwhelmed about your professional path. It’s also helpful when facing big transitions like graduating from school, returning to work after a break, or navigating layoffs and career changes. Career counseling can support you if you’re struggling to balance your job with your personal life, feeling stressed or burned out, or questioning whether your work still aligns with your values.
Many people wait until they feel completely stuck before seeking help, but career counseling can be beneficial at any stage. Even small, early steps can build momentum and open doors you might not have seen before.
What Happens During Career Counseling?
Career counseling begins with understanding your unique strengths, values, interests, and challenges. We may explore your work history, discuss what energizes or drains you, and identify barriers holding you back. From there, we work together to set clear goals and map out practical steps to achieve them.
Depending on your needs, sessions might include skill-building, interview preparation, networking strategies, or time management tools. Career counseling can also address mindset, building resilience, confidence, and adaptability to navigate changes with less stress. Over time, you’ll gain a clearer vision of your future, the tools to get there, and the confidence to make it happen.
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How do I get started?
To get started, simply give Cortes Counseling a call or complete our request form. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you have and schedule a first session for you in our office. We are also proud to offer telehealth counseling services online, if you would prefer to conduct your sessions virtually.
