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What makes you happy in your careerHave you ever stopped to ask yourself, what makes you satisfied in your work? For some, it’s the excitement of solving new challenges daily. For others, it’s about flexibility, stability, or a sense of purpose. But finding happiness at work can feel like solving a puzzle—especially when you’re stuck in a role that just doesn’t fit – kind of like writing with your opposite hand.

At Canada Career Counselling, we’re Master’s and PhD-level licensed therapists who have spent 15+ years guiding people through this very question. Our unique process helps you discover not only what excites you about a job but what brings you long-term fulfilment.

The key is understanding yourself holistically. Together, we look at your core foundation:

  • Your values: What truly matters to you in work and life?
  • Your skills and experiences: What are you good at and love doing?
  • Your interests and personality: What keeps you engaged?
  • Your beliefs and reality factors: What’s realistic and achievable in your current circumstances? What messages do we need to challenge or reframe?

Our comprehensive career counselling allows us to craft a personalized career roadmap tailored to you. Whether you crave the freedom of self-employment, the financial stability of a government job, or the thrill of a career full of adventure, we help you align your choices with your version of happiness.

How to Be Happier at Work
The secret? It’s not just about the paycheck. Although money is imperative when it comes to having a fulfilling life, it’s about finding a role where your skills shine, your values align, and your daily work feels meaningful – which can look SO different for each person. Our process simplifies these big decisions and helps you see new possibilities you might not have imagined and validate the ideas you are considering. You may also be struggling with a boss or relating to people who don’t jive with your personality, so work environment is something we consider closely, too.

Stop wondering how to find happiness within your career. Let us help you build a life you’re excited to live and work becomes something to look forward to—not just something to “get through”.

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  • Laura Cohen

    Written by Laura Cohen, a Career Counsellor and Registered Counselling Therapist at Canada Career Counselling – Halifax. Laura is experienced working with clients in numerous industries including finance, the military, business, education, non-profit, arts, IT, and healthcare. She completed her MA in Counselling Psychology at McGill University. If you’d like to connect with Laura, email [email protected] to schedule a 15-minute complimentary consultation. You may be able to use your insurance plan or extended health benefits to cover counselling and assessment fees.

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