Career Reflection, Support, and Decision Making
When I was referred to Karol, I had been largely unsure about what my different jobs, my qualities, and life experience added up to in the way of a career. I felt stuck and overwhelmed. My friend thought that talking to Karol might help, and that it did. I’ll never forget the support I got that day, as that conversation really was pivotal to my success. With her ability to listen deeply and reflect together, I was able to see more clearly what I wanted to achieve and we had a plan in place to begin the journey. I am now 6 years into being a school counselor – and Karol’s work with me was the spark that helped me get here.
-G.S.P., Los Angeles, CA
Nursing School Admissions Strategies
I reached out to Dr. Johansen for guidance with my nursing school admissions application at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as feedback on my statement of purpose essays. She provided insightful, professional, and field-specific feedback that greatly strengthened my applications. Thanks to her expertise and support, I received acceptance letters from my top-choice programs for undergraduate and graduate school. Dr. Johansen is not only highly knowledgeable and professional, but also exceptionally kind and supportive. I highly recommend her services to anyone navigating the admissions process.
-H.V., Lakewood, CA
Preparing for Medical School: Current Fourth Year Medical Student
During the time I worked with Dr. Johansen, she quickly became a mentor to me. As a Biological Sciences major with dreams of working in healthcare, she encouraged me to apply to medical school and helped me map out the steps to get there. She helped me build a strong resume and gave me the confidence and tools I needed to stand out as an applicant. I’m now a fourth-year medical student, and I truly believe I wouldn’t be here without mentors like Dr. Johansen who supported me from the very beginning.
— G.H., Wilmington, CA
Pre-Law Career Coaching, Resume Development and Interview Prep
Last Spring, while applying for highly competitive legal internships, I went to Dr. Johansen for help refining my resume and sharpening my interview skills. Her resume feedback was thoughtful, incisive, and tailored specifically to the legal industry. The interview preparation we did was especially helpful as it pushed me to articulate my experience with clarity and confidence. Thanks to her support, I landed a highly sought-after internship with NBCUniversal’s Business & Legal Affairs department. I wholeheartedly recommend working with Dr. Johansen.
— J.B.., Valencia, CA
Technical Resume Support: Undergraduate, Computer Science
“I came to Dr. Johansen for help updating my resume and clarifying my job goals as a Computer Science Major. Her feedback was clear, professional, and targeted to my industry. Within a few weeks, I had several Online Assessment and interview invitations, and eventually landed a great role. I’d highly recommend her services!”
-H.B., Newport Beach, CA
Career Pivot Support
“Dr. Johansen helped me with my resume while I was trying to shift my career path. Looking through my resume, she pinpointed which experiences and skills to highlight to make myself more appealing to industry needs. After working with Dr. Johansen, my resume looked a lot more polished and focused. Dr. Johansen’s professional yet personable guidance played a huge part in the success of my career shift. “
-J.A., Buena Park, CA.
Next Chapter: Encore Career Planning
“When I took early retirement after decades at one company, I still wanted to use my knowledge and experience professionally. Karol helped me think through how to tailor my resume to appeal to different fields I might want to work in. She was encouraging, knowledgeable, and professional. She responded quickly to questions with clear and helpful advice. I really appreciated her support during this transition!“
-E.A., Cincinnati, Ohio
Focus Aligned 