Career Counseling and Coaching in Wayne, Illinois.

Mark D. Parisi, Psy.D. & Associates, P.C. has expertise in career counseling and executive coaching. Dr. Parisi has a second Master's Degree in Personnel Psychology and has often worked as a consultant to industry and schools on issues of vocational uncertainty and personnel selection. We have the capability to do pre-hire testing as well as to administer vocational preference testing which can be very useful to assist in the job search process.

Understanding ones qualities and personality is one key to developing a plan that will result in a satisfying career. Many times clients work to work instead of finding what makes them tick and what creates purpose and meaning in life. Clients settle far to often and become dissatisfied and begin to develope a negative self-concept, which leads to more dissatisfaction.

I believe that each of us is created to live a life of purpose and meaning and that we are each uniquely created to connect our best self to our lifework and careers! Are you wondering if you are in a career that is your best fit? Are you thinking of creating a change in your career and need support? Has life brought you to an unexpected place where you now find yourself needing to move back into a career and you are not sure where to begin on this journey? I have journeyed with hundreds of men and women as they have changed, transitioned and reinvented their career path. As a Counselor and Life Coach, I have a unique perspective on how to support the changes that you desire to make.

If you are experiencing burn-out, career-related fatigue and stress, and career questioning, I am here to offer support and guidance. Through various therapeutic techniques and interventions, as well as appropriate career assessments, we can collaborate together to reach your goals and pinpoint solutions. Through our collaboration together, it is my hope for you to find career-satisfaction, self-confidence, and the stress-relief you deserve.

Work can be an enormous source of stress for many people. For some it's a feeling of anxiety to perform under unrealistic expectations, for others it's due to work place conflict or unhealthy work environments. For others it's a feeling that their job just isn't the right fit. The first 20 years of my career I worked in human resources and business consulting for large and small companies and I have 10 years of experience doing workplace counseling and executive coaching. I will help you get to the root cause of your stress and begin to identify changes you can make to improve your work life and lead a less stressful life going forward.

I have worked for many years with clients who are having job stress or wanting to explore new careers. Along with my training in psychotherapy, I have been trained as a Business and Professional Coach. See my Coaching website: (www.PositiveAttitudeCoaching.com ). I am confident that by practicing new strategies and skills for success and well-being you will be able to go forward with new confidence.

Career counseling is most expertly provided by our office because a psychologist receives more training in providing assessments than any other professional. The psychologists in our office have unique knowledge of and access to the newest state-of-the-art career assessment instruments. These tests are exhaustively researched, tested and proven. They make your decision in choosing a career much easier because they match your responses with those of the most successful people in various careers. When receiving scientific career testing from a psychologist in our office you remove the guesswork from the process by being matched against other people of proven ability in certain jobs.

While most career counselors love to give you capacity based profiles of what your talents and interests are for your best bet career choices, Grey Matters international believes that most people make predictably irrational decisions and then after making them learn way to make them fit into their identities using various types of rationalizations and strategies. We are able to assist folks in career counseling type settings by giving a deeper look at their decision making profile so they can better understand where the core frustration or desire is coming from in the world of work. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.

In today's trying times, it is not uncommon to be faced with a job loss or even a career change. Today's job market can be frightening and challenging. Research shows that clients who successfully cope with career decisions may gain skill and confidence in the ability to tackle other problem areas in their life. They may invest more energy into resolving non-career problems because they have clarified career objectives. We will work together to find information on the aspect of developing a career and helping face and overcome concerns about seeking a new job or a new direction in life. For more information, please contact me.

We spend a lot of time at work - in fact, most of us spend more time at work than at home. Our happiness at work converts to happiness in about half of our lives! If your not happy at or with your work life, being happy anywhere else is going to be a struggle. Career counseling can help you: * Transition to a new career * Explore career types * Conflict resolution * Work place bullying * Sexual harassment * Loss of job * Difficulty finding a job. * Adults returning to school

I provide career counseling to: those who have been laid off and are looking for a second career as a result of the current economy; those who have a disability and need career counseling as part of their "transition plan"; and/or those who are uncertain about choosing a career, as opposed to just seeking employment or a job. In addition, I provide career counseling to those who are unhappy with their current job/career and are looking for a change. perhaps something more fulfilling and rewarding. What ever the case may be, I assist in examining your strengths and needs and provide guidance; so that you can make a career decision or improve your performance in your present career.

Every person has to find their purpose in life. But sometimes people have difficulty deciding which career path is for them. Exploring interests, personality style and life goals can help being the process . Career Counseling can help with creating realistic plans, improve self confidence, learn how to solve problems, take the steps nessacary to achieve personal goals.

Still looking for the best job/career for you? I will enable you to re-evaluate who you are, identify the activities and work that 'jazzes' or energizes you the most, and clarify your strengths, talents, and abilities. Then we can discuss resources that can support you in 'next steps' towards the life and work you've dreamed of. Be encouraged! It's never too late to make a change!

Are you satisfied with your current career, or is it time for a change? Has something been tugging at your heart? What are your passions? Your talents? What would be your dream job if you had no limits? I believe that God gives us certain passions and gifts for a reason. Are you perusing your passions? Are you using your gifts? Together we can explore what your passions, talents and possibilities are. A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step, and its up to you to take that first step of faith.

When doing Career Counseling with my clients I use my skills as a Life Coach. We explore roadblocks to success, review resumes, role-play the interviewing process and discuss what really brings one passion. It's important in today's market to be current, savvy, and to be able to have confidence in what one can offer a propsective employer. Questions to ask yourself--Where do I see myself in five years if I stay on this same career path? Do I like where it is leading? Do I find that I look forward to my work week? Or is your highlight your day off? Are you truly in a place where your passion and talents are being utilized? Am I making a difference?... Work is meant to be meaningful!

Find a career that best matches your personality and style. Identify what your interests are, your strengths or weaknesses what you enjoy, what you don’t and let’s figure out the best match for you in terms of a career that will benefit you and make you a happy productive person in your career. I am an eclectic therapist who uses multiple modes/ models or approaches of therapy to help people achieve the desired goals-depending on who they are and what they respond to Best.

I am passionate about helping people feel fulfilled and purposeful in life and their careers. I specifically enjoy helping people discover their unique strengths and wire up. Together we use problem solving to explore and opportunities professionally. I use various assessments to help in this discovery process and partner with the client on viable and fulfilling options in their career.

Work is a powerful factor that directly impacts life satisfaction. Career counseling is valuable at all life stages! This involves exploring your personality, professions, and the work world. You may want to explore different careers or occupational problems. Possibly, you want to discuss issues at work and how to manage them. Career counseling may involve exploring values, personality style, interests, and options. We can also figure out career-related decisions or goals and create action plans. Resume review, interview preparation, and job search strategies are provided in career counseling. Professional ethics, approaches, and behaviors can be explored.

I have traveled the country teaching police supervisors how to be effective leaders by developing a culture of acceptance. I have also written extensively on the subject of job burnout, compassion fatigue, morale, effective leadership and ethics for multiple law enforcement publications. In my office I have also coached those who are starting their careers to those who are high level executives on pursuing their professional goals.