Emily Lechner
Career Counselor
Email
[email protected]
Phone
(718) 817-4350
Office Location
McShane Campus Center 222 (Rose Hill)
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About Emily
Emily provides personalized guidance on career exploration, resume and cover letter development, job search and networking strategies, and interview preparation. She works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds to identify role fit, craft their story, and break down the job search when it feels overwhelming. She helps individuals stand out in the application process, build confidence in their skills, and overcome challenges.
Emily takes an individual-centered, collaborative approach, supporting each person in navigating their unique career path with clarity and purpose. Her background in counseling and her dual career as a therapist shape her empathetic and holistic approach to career counseling. Emily leverages her counseling skills to help individuals navigate uncertainty, build resilience, and approach career exploration and professional growth with confidence and intention.
Educational Background
Columbia University Teachers College
Ed.M., M.A. Mental Health Counseling
Fordham College Lincoln Center
B.S. Psychology
Professional Background
Fordham University
Senior Student Engagement Strategist
Assistant Director of Student Engagement
Featured Accomplishments
Student support:
- Career exploration
- Resume and cover letter guidance
- Job search strategies
- Interview preparation
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