Career Counselling in Vancouver and Across BC
Support for professionals who are trying to decide whether to stay in their current role, adjust it, or make a career change.
Online career counselling for adults in Vancouver, Squamish, and across British Columbia.
When your work no longer feels clear or sustainable
Most people seek career counselling when they are trying to make a decision and cannot move forward.
You may be weighing whether to stay where you are, adjust your role, or make a larger change. At the same time, there is often pressure to decide while maintaining stability, income, and performance.
The longer this continues, the harder it becomes to think clearly.
Career counselling here is not job placement or resume-only support. It is designed for adults navigating complex decisions where psychological strain, identity, responsibility, and practical constraints are all in play.
This work provides a structured space to understand what is actually driving dissatisfaction or indecision and to move forward without rushing into choices you will need to live with.
The goal is decision-making that is realistic, intentional, and grounded in your situation.
This is a good fit if you are:
trying to decide whether to stay in your current role or make a change
feeling stuck despite ongoing effort to figure things out
experiencing burnout connected to your work
noticing that your role no longer fits in the way it used to
continuing to perform, but at a growing cost to your energy or clarity
navigating increasing responsibility, pressure, or complexity
weighing multiple options and unable to decide between them
thinking about a change for a long time but not moving forward
This is most often relevant for professionals who are managing competing demands, expectations, and decisions that are not straightforward.
If you want a broader overview of how career counselling works and what to expect, you can read more here.
Who This Is For
How Career Counselling Works
My approach is structured, collaborative, and grounded in clinical insight and evidence-based career development.
The process provides direction, while adapting to what is most useful to your situation.
Some clients focus on clarifying direction and decision-making. Others incorporate assessments, resume strategy, interview preparation, or workplace dynamics as needed. Not every step applies, and the process adjusts accordingly.
The process typically includes:
Understanding your situation and setting direction
Building a clear picture of your current role, history, and what has led to this point.
Clarifying strengths, values, skills, interests, and patterns
Identifying what has worked, what has not, and how patterns have developed over time.
Identifying constraints and building capacity
Looking at practical, financial, and psychological factors that shape your options.
Exploring options and planning next steps
Evaluating possible directions in a way that is grounded and realistic.
Moving forward with support
Translating decisions into action, with ongoing support where needed.
Career Counselling Can Help You
Understand what is driving your stress, uncertainty, or indecision
Identify patterns that contribute to burnout, dissatisfaction, or stalled growth
Clarify what direction makes sense at this stage of your life and career
Make decisions without rushing or reacting to pressure
Evaluate options in a way that is realistic and grounded
Set clearer boundaries around responsibility, expectations, and role scope
Navigate workplace challenges with more perspective and confidence
Identify viable alternatives when your current path no longer fits
Translate insight into concrete next steps that are workable and sustainable
Career decisions become more manageable when you have a structured way to understand what is driving your uncertainty and how to move forward.
You do not have to figure this out alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need career counselling?
It can help if you are feeling stuck in your current role, unsure about your direction, or weighing whether to stay, shift roles, or make a larger change. It is also useful if you are considering returning to school or pursuing further training and want support making an informed decision.
Many people seek career counselling when they feel pressure to make the right choice but are unsure how to evaluate their options or what path makes the most sense for this stage of their life.
If you are unsure, you can also read more here.
How many career counselling sessions do I need?
Some clients begin with a more focused set of sessions to clarify their situation and next steps. Many continue over a longer period for ongoing support as they work through more complex decisions, navigate transitions, or implement changes.
The number of sessions depends on your goals, the complexity of your situation, and how much support you want as you move forward.
Do you offer career assessments?
Yes, I provide comprehensive career assessments for adults who want structured insight into their strengths, interests, and potential career directions. I am certified in the Strong Interest Inventory and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). These tools can be completed as a standalone package or integrated into our ongoing counselling work.
Assessment packages include administration, interpretation, a 60 minute debrief session, and a PDF copy of your results. During the debrief, we connect the findings directly to your professional background, current challenges, and future goals so the results are practical and applicable.
For clients who prefer a non-testing approach, we can explore your values, skills, and interests organically within sessions. Many clients choose a combination of both to gain objective data and deeper personal insight.
What if I am not sure what career I want or where to start?
You do not need to have a clear direction before starting career counselling. Many professionals begin this process feeling unsure whether they should stay, change roles, shift industries, or redesign the work they already have.
We will look at your strengths, interests, values, and work patterns, then explore what aligns with who you are at this stage of your life and career. The goal is to narrow your options, identify what feels genuinely viable, and create a plan that is both realistic and meaningful.
What is the difference between career counselling and career coaching?
Career counselling looks at both the practical and emotional sides of your career decisions. We explore your strengths, values, patterns, and the pressures that shape your choices so you can make decisions that actually fit you. Coaching is often more focused on goals and performance. Counselling goes deeper. It helps you understand what is driving your stress, hesitation, or uncertainty so your next steps are grounded and sustainable.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Canadian Certified Counsellor, I can also support the mental health concerns that often show up during career transitions. This combination creates a more complete approach, especially for adults navigating complex decisions or high-pressure work environments.
How do I know I am ready for a career change?
You may be ready for a career change if you feel persistently disconnected from your work, notice a decline in motivation, or sense that the role no longer reflects who you are. Many professionals reach this point gradually. The work is still manageable, but no longer feels meaningful, sustainable, or aligned with the life they want to build.
A change does not always mean leaving your field. Sometimes it means reshaping your role, redefining your direction, or exploring alternatives that fit your strengths and values.
Career counselling helps you understand what is driving your discomfort and whether a transition is the right next step.
I just need someone to tell me what to do. Can you help?
I understand that feeling. Career decisions can be overwhelming, especially when you are tired, stressed, or carrying pressure to get it right. But my role is not to make the decision for you. It is to help you understand what matters most, see your options clearly, and make choices that align with your values, strengths, and current season of life.
I provide structure, perspective, and evidence-based guidance so you are not navigating this on your own. You will leave sessions with a clearer sense of direction and practical steps that feel achievable. The goal is not for me to choose for you, but for you to feel capable and confident choosing for yourself.