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Discover how starting career counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Starting Career counseling

What is Career counseling?

Career counseling, sometimes called career coaching, helps individuals make informed career decisions. This type of counseling is led by one of our Milford therapists who is trained to provide career development support.

How does Career counseling work?

Career counseling works to help you navigate your professional career and offer valuable information, such as required skill sets and/or education, regarding a particular position you may be considering. The following are common focuses of conversation that will help your career counselor best help you:

  • Job environment preferences
  • Growth potential
  • Career goals, short- and long-term
  • Personality type
  • Desired lifestyle
  • Potential earnings of a given career

Is Career counseling conducted in person or online?

Career counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does Career counseling last?

Career counseling can last for weeks, months, or even years. It all depends on the goals that you're looking to accomplish and whether you continue to want/need that partner to reach your goals. Either way, our career counselors are here and ready to help you get on the right track.

Need more help deciding?

If we had it our way, we would all be able to do what we love and chase or wildest career dreams. There’d be nothing standing in our way of choosing the job that brings us the utmost happiness. But in reality, we have to weigh many different factors in choosing the right career. While it’s important to think about what you’re interested in and what brings you happiness, you should also consider what you’re good at, your current and desired lifestyle, and your financial obligations. Then, you should choose a career path that checks the most boxes including what will make you happy and allow you to pay the bills!

Thinking about all of these considerations and the different career opportunities in front of you can be overwhelming, not to mention exhausting. The good news is that you can ask for help from a professional whose job is to use their skills and experience to help people explore different career paths and choose the one that is best suited for them. These professionals are career counselors, and they are ready to work with you at Thriveworks Counseling in Milford.

“Careers are a jungle gym, not a ladder.” –Sheryl Sandberg

If you are in New Haven, Milford, or the surrounding area, Thriveworks career counseling is here for you. Our career counselors can help you through this process that is considering what you’re good at, what will make you happy, and what will allow you to live your desired lifestyle; weighing the options available to you; and ultimately picking which career path you want to walk down. These professionals are here to provide you with undying support and the assistance that you need. If you want to schedule a career counseling appointment right now, just reach out to Thriveworks Counseling. Call us at (203) 951-3871 and you could meet with your career counselor as early as tomorrow.

Career Counseling: What Is It? How Can Career Counseling Help Me?

Choosing your career or job is often a difficult decision to make. In addition to allowing you to pay all of the bills, your job brings you success, happiness, fulfillment, and growth—that is, if you choose the right one.

A career counselor, or a career coach, at Thriveworks Counseling in New Haven can offer you their assistance and help you choose a job that will fulfill your needs in addition to bringing you happiness. Your career counselor might pose the following questions to guide you on this journey:

  • What jobs would you be good at?
  • What kind of job would make you happy?
  • What jobs would enable you to use your skills and experience?
  • What are your morals? Are they important to your career?
  • What jobs will allow you to pay the bills and life your desired lifestyle?
  • Do you want to work locally?
  • Would you mind a commute?
  • What kind of hours would you prefer

These are all important questions that can sway you in one way or another. If you think that a career counselor could help you make the right decision in regards to your career, and you are in Milford, CT or the surrounding area, reach out to our office. We are ready to help you right now.

Schedule a Career Counseling Appointment at Thriveworks Counseling in New Haven

It’s normal to feel unsure about your current job and career path. Be sure about your decision by discussing your career with a career counselor. If you are in Milford, CT or New Haven, Thriveworks is here to help you with your career decisions. They can help you with all of the important considerations, including what career will best meet your needs, lifestyle, financial obligations, hobbies, interests, and more. If you are feeling at all uncertain when it comes to your job or career, reach out to us today. We have career counselors on staff who are ready to work with you as soon as tomorrow.

You can expect to work with an exceptional provider and experience other premium benefits, including flexible scheduling. As we just mentioned, we have next-day appointments. Many of our counselors also offer appointments in the evenings and on the weekends, as their ultimate goal is to provide you with the service you need when you need it.

We are excited about the chance to work with you and weigh all of your career options. Let’s make the right decision together. Give us a call today to set up your first appointment at (203) 951-3871.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Milford therapists and counselors accept 22 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

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Self-pay costs at Milford
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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I am so very happy with my therapist. Very nice understanding caring and supporting me on my journey to feel better. Thank you so much for all your help !!
Read more I am so very happy with my therapist. Very nice understanding caring and supporting me on my journey to feel better. Thank you so much for all your help !!
Maria Jan 2024
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Gina is an incredibly skilled and talented clinician. She has the unique gift of making clients immediately feel safe and understood even upon first meeting. Her passion for the work is palpable. Her knowledge is vast and her approach is sensitive, gentle, supportive and compassionate, yet direct. Gina helped me navigate a tremendously challenging time in my life and afforded me the confidence to pursue personal goals that had initially felt unattainable. She taught me tangible skills to navigate anxiety and feelings of overwhelm during our work together and our sessions were always insightful and productive. Gina will lead you on a path to self discovery without all of the therapy lingo and jargon and will always help you to feel as though you’re the expert on your own life- because you are. I couldn’t recommend Gina more. A true diamond in the rough!
Read more Gina is an incredibly skilled and talented clinician. She has the unique gift of making clients immediately feel safe and understood even upon first meeting. Her passion for the work is palpable. Her knowledge is vast and her approach is sensitive, gentle, supportive and compassionate, yet direct. Gina helped me navigate a tremendously challenging time in my life and afforded me the confidence to pursue personal goals that had initially felt unattainable. She taught me tangible skills to navigate anxiety and feelings of overwhelm during our work together and our sessions were always insightful and productive. Gina will lead you on a path to self discovery without all of the therapy lingo and jargon and will always help you to feel as though you’re the expert on your own life- because you are. I couldn’t recommend Gina more. A true diamond in the rough!
Milford Jun 2022
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★★★★★
I just can’t thank Mimi enough for all the support and guidance she has provided me. She has helped me through some difficult times and gave me the tools I need to continue to grow.
Read more I just can’t thank Mimi enough for all the support and guidance she has provided me. She has helped me through some difficult times and gave me the tools I need to continue to grow.
Milford Jan 2020
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Milford is located at 70 Cherry St, Milford, CT 06460, between Plymouth Place and Governors Ave.

Phone number

(203) 902-3647

Languages spoken by CT providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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