Career Counselling in Vancouver and Across BC
For adults navigating career uncertainty, burnout, or a work situation that no longer feels sustainable.
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. They know something needs to change — but what that change looks like, whether it is realistic, and how to get there without destabilizing everything else in their life is not clear.
Sometimes the issue is a specific decision: whether to stay in a role, change companies, shift industries, or step back from a level of responsibility that is no longer working. Sometimes it is more diffuse — a growing sense that the current path is not sustainable, that motivation has eroded, or that something important has been lost.
Career counselling here is not job placement or resume-only support. It addresses the full picture: what is driving the difficulty, what realistic options exist, what practical constraints shape those options, and how to move forward with a decision you can actually live with.
This work is for adults who are actively working — or who have recently stopped — and for whom something about that has become unsustainable, unclear, or both.
You may be:
Trying to decide whether to stay in your current role, adjust it, or make a larger change
Burned out and uncertain whether the problem is your job, your field, or something else
Feeling stuck despite ongoing effort to figure things out on your own
Managing chronic stress, a difficult workplace, or a role that has stopped fitting
Navigating a significant transition — a layoff, a health change, a shift in priorities
Early in your career and trying to find direction before investing further in the wrong path
Approaching a life stage change — pre-retirement, return to work, or a major role shift
Continuing to perform, but at a cost to your energy, clarity, or wellbeing that is no longer sustainable
This is relevant across industries, roles, and career stages. The common thread is not seniority or sector — it is that work has become a source of significant strain or uncertainty, and that moving forward alone is not working.
Who This Is For
How Career Counselling Works
My approach is structured and collaborative. It integrates clinical insight with evidence-based career development — which means we work with both the practical dimensions of your situation and the internal patterns that affect how clearly you can think about it.
Career counselling does not look the same for everyone. The work adapts to what you are actually navigating.
For career transition: The process typically begins with a thorough assessment of your work history, current situation, and what has led to this point. We look at practical realities alongside strengths, values, and interests — timeline, finances, family and lifestyle factors, whether further education is realistic, and what constraints genuinely shape your options.
For clients who are uncertain about direction, I strongly recommend the Strong Interest Inventory — a validated career assessment that identifies your interest patterns across a broad range of fields and work environments. It can confirm you are on the right path, or surface possibilities you had not previously considered. Results are interpreted in context, connected directly to your background and current situation rather than presented as a generic profile.
From there, we typically arrive at a shortlist of two or three realistic directions. Each gets examined in detail — what the pathway looks like, what it would actually require, and how it fits your life as it is now. Some clients use this phase to run experiments: conducting informational interviews, taking a single course, or volunteering in a related area. These low-stakes tests provide real information about fit before committing to a direction.
Support continues through to job search strategy, resume development, and interview preparation when needed. The endpoint is flexible — some clients complete a focused process and check back in as needed. Others prefer ongoing support as they implement changes.
For decision and navigation support: Not every client is in full transition mode. Some are working through a specific decision — whether to stay, whether to take a new role, how to manage a difficult dynamic, whether a situation is still workable. This work draws on the same clinical and career development framework.
For ongoing support: Some clients find value in continued support over time — managing chronic stress or illness alongside a demanding role, navigating a persistently difficult workplace, or simply maintaining perspective and direction through a period of sustained pressure. This does not follow a defined arc. It is ongoing professional support structured around what is most useful at any given time.
Career uncertainty is easier to navigate with structure, clinical insight, and someone who understands the psychological and practical dimensions of the decision.
The free 15-minute consultation is confidential. It is an opportunity to describe what you are navigating and assess whether this work is the right fit.
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.
What if my situation involves both career uncertainty and burnout or work-related mental health concerns?
This is very common and is exactly what this practice is designed for. Career uncertainty and burnout frequently develop together — each making the other harder to navigate. Burnout often affects how clearly you can think about your options, and career misalignment compounds the stress driving burnout. When both are present, addressing only one rarely resolves the other.
Because I offer both therapy and career counselling, we can work with the full picture in the same process. You do not need to figure out which type of support you need before reaching out. That is part of what the work helps clarify.
How many career counselling sessions do I need?
Some clients complete 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. Some find value in continued support over time to manage chronic stress, a difficult workplace, or sustained pressure in their role. Others check back in on an as-needed basis once the primary work is done.
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?
Counselling and coaching differ in entry requirements, scope of practice, and insurance coverage. The RCC and CCC designations require a master's degree, supervised clinical hours, and adherence to formal codes of ethics through established professional bodies.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Canadian Certified Counsellor, I can also assess and address the mental health concerns — anxiety, depression, the psychological impact of burnout — that frequently surface during career transitions and workplace difficulties.
Career counselling falls within the regulated scope of RCC and CCC practice. If your extended health plan covers RCC or CCC services, that coverage typically applies to career counselling sessions as well.
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 or your organization. Sometimes it means reshaping your role, redefining your boundaries, or adjusting your relationship to work in a way that makes staying viable. Career counselling helps clarify what kind of change — if any — is actually what the situation calls for.
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.
If you want a broader overview of how career counselling works and what to expect, you can read more here.