Eleanor Lew

Career counselor · Emeryville, CA · in person and virtual

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"I’m passionate about helping people navigate the complex interplay of work, identity, relationships, and mental health." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Career Counseling & Therapy
high-achievers or professionals who seem outwardly successful yet feel disconnected, unfulfilled, or anxious beneath the surface		 reduce anxiety and stress · increase self-confidence · improve communication skills and relationships with colleagues and employers · gain insight into thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and behavior patterns · heal emotional wounds related to work experiences or career transitions on request
Communication Skills Coaching
professionals at all levels from emerging leaders to seasoned executives		 increase self-awareness and emotional intelligence · navigate difficult conversations and feedback · speak assertively without aggression · manage performance reviews, raise requests, and promotion conversations · create scripts tailored to specific circumstances on request

As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.

Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInnononononono
Interviews and offersyesyesyesyesyesyes
Job search strategyyesyesyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changeyesyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandyesyesyesyesyesyes

How they work

Process
Initial free 15-minute telehealth consultation · Weekly sessions tailored to client needs · Homework assignments between sessions for skill practice · Routine check-ins to discuss progress and therapy value
Before coaching
genetics and biology student, biology; employee at Institute of European Studies, European art and history; international relations student, international relations with emphasis on Chinese cultural history; employee at English travel agency, travel

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Interviews3 to 6 hours of practice out loud per interview process. Callings can prepare you for each job you track.Early rounds in a format you know.Final rounds, panels, a new kind of role, or you tend to freeze.
Job searchA target list, a weekly plan and steady outreach. Callings builds the weekly plan and tracks every application, free.Interviews are coming in.Three months without traction, or a senior search that runs on your network.
Career directionWeeks of reading and conversations about roles that fit. Callings can show your strengths and the pay for each role.You already have two or three target roles.You do not know what comes next, or you want structure and a formal assessment.

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Questions to ask before hiring

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  2. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  3. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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