Career Counselling and Coaching in Don Mills, Ontario.

If you are undecided, anxious or confused about your next educational and/or career direction, working with me can help you clarity and gain knowledge about your unique “career profile “and specific careers and/or educational options that are in line with your personality, interests, skills, abilities, academic achievements, values, and goals (and the situation on the labour market). I am certified to administer and interpret vocational and career testing instruments.

Feeling stuck, burnt out, or unsure about your next step? Career counselling isn’t just for job seekers—it’s for anyone navigating change, clarity, or confidence in their work life. Whether you’re questioning your current path, facing workplace stress, or wanting to align your career with your values, we help you explore your strengths, passions, and possibilities. At Rooted in Resilience, we offer culturally attuned support for racialized professionals and those navigating identity in the workplace. Together, we’ll uncover what fulfillment looks like for you—and build a roadmap to get there.

Kindred Hope Wellness' team assists clients working through career transitions by discussing professional stresses, passions, and motivations in regard to their careers. Another focus is how work impacts all individuals' daily life and relationship. Our team's approach is in building strategies, skills, motivations, and others that suit each client's needs. The goal is for the client to see what path they truly want to take in their career and clients will benefit in feeling a better sense of balance between professional and personal life.

Having been through a number of different careers in my life I have the first-hand experience of knowing what it feels like to go through such transitions. For so many years I couldn't find my passion which created a lot of drawbacks in my life. Today I don't see these as drawbacks but stepping stones to be where I am today. I can help you find your passion through your journey on the path you are creating. We are all writing our own story and this is only a chapter in your book. Consider the possibility of the next chapter to be life changing and your possibilities could be endless.

Ever feel like you’re in the wrong job at the wrong company? You are not alone, surveys show that over half of all workers do. Most people however never do anything more than complain about it, so congratulations for your first step! Clients find very affirming to have a third party to reflect back an accurate image of what you can do best, to give you the confidence necessary to make the career move you want. I am trained and certified in a many different of assessment tools and counselling techniques that allow us to identify the most fulfilling career path for different profiles and personalities. We maintain a personal contact with clients either face to face or online.

Being a trained Life Coach, I help clients identify their dreams, bent and natural gifts, so they can build careers which utilize their skill set. From there, I help them set SMART goals – i.e. Simple, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic & Time-focused – broken down into smaller goals, so they never get discouraged, plus they get to witness and celebrate their progress every step of the way. I believe in walking alongside the client in their journey to complete what they set out to do, tackling obstacles as they come – shyness, communication issues, confidence, etc. – so nothing will stop them!

Careers are an integral portion of our identity, so it is natural to feel distress when you experience challenges in your work that spark feelings of frustration, uncertainty, and loss. Whether you are considering a new trajectory, managing work-related stress, or looking for deeper sense of fulfillment, we can work together to explore your values, strengths, interests, and aspirations. We will explore practical options for internal (personal) and external (work/systemic) barriers. My approach includes reflection, self-assessment, and evidence based frameworks to achieving your desired career-related outcome.

In our modern world, we spend a large part of our lives invested in some form of vocational pursuit. As such, I know how important it is for clients to find the right career choices to build a life upon. I help clients explore their natural talents, trained skills, and personality preferences in order to increase their awareness of their professional goals, while balancing intellectual, financial, and emotional needs so clients feel empowered and aligned in their pursuits.

Career challenges can bring stress, uncertainty, and self-doubt. In our sessions, I provide a supportive space to explore your goals, values, and strengths. Together, we’ll identify obstacles, clarify direction, and develop practical strategies for growth and success. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with a person-centered focus, helping you build confidence, make informed decisions, and create a career path that aligns with your purpose and well-being.

My approach to career counselling aims to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their careers, maximize their potential, and achieve personal and professional success and satisfaction. It involves exploring and evaluating factors such as interests, skills, values, personality traits, and life circumstances to help clients align their career goals with their personal and professional aspirations. It is a collaborative and client-centered process that considers the individual's unique circumstances, preferences, and goals for their future.

Dr. Strauss offers career counseling through New Leaf Psychology Centre. In order to facilitate decision making, sessions will first assess your current skills, assets and interests. Your level of fulfillment at your current place of work, and obstacles to fulfillment will also be discussed. Potential career changes will be reviewed, with the goal of helping you come to a decision that you are comfortable with.

In career counselling, I support clients in exploring direction, purpose, and alignment between their values and professional life. This process often includes identifying strengths, interests, and barriers that may be influencing decision-making. Clients are encouraged to reflect on what feels meaningful and sustainable rather than purely external expectations. Many experience increased clarity, confidence in decision-making, and a stronger sense of direction, allowing them to make career choices that feel more intentional and fulfilling.

I specialize in helping students (high school and college) explore possible careers. Using proven assessment tools such as Myers Briggs Type Indicator Inventory and Strong Interest Inventory, I can assess your interests and personality preferences that will help you discover possible career choices. I offer several packages, price is as low as $35 (with insurance coverage). Call now and schedule an appointment.