Career Counseling NYC

Professional Career Counseling in New York City

For over 20 years, I have specialized in helping people make the most of their lives and feel fulfilled through comprehensive career counseling, analysis, planning, testing, and personal development.

Comprehensive Career Assessment Areas

Our career testing process identifies the key factors that drive career satisfaction and success. Understanding these elements will enhance your satisfaction, potential, and productivity.
Interests

Discover what genuinely engages and motivates you in your work and life

Outcomes You Can Expect:

Renewed sense of purpose
Greater life satisfaction
Enhanced self-awareness
Clearer personal direction
Values

Identify what is truly most important to you for meaningful career planning

Outcomes You Can Expect:

Increased daily joy
Better life appreciation
Enhanced moment-to-moment awareness
Deeper contentment
Personality Type

Understand your natural behavioral preferences and working style

Outcomes You Can Expect:

Reduced anxiety
Better coping strategies
Clearer problem-solving
Increased confidence
Motivated Skills

Identify skills that energize you and enhance satisfaction and productivity

Outcomes You Can Expect:

Clear life direction
Authentic goal setting
Values alignment
Purpose identification
Career Anchors

Identifying Your Career Anchors

Values are key determinants of what is truly most important to us. In order for our lives to be most meaningful, we need to take into account our value system when planning our career & personal life. We work closely together to identify your true values and career anchors through various assessment tools

Technical/Functional Competence

Driven by the opportunity to apply and develop technical or functional expertise in a specific area

Characteristics:

Deep expertise focus
Skill mastery orientation
Technical problem-solving
Specialized knowledge

General Managerial Competence

Motivated by opportunities to climb to high levels of responsibility and leadership

Characteristics:

Leadership development
Strategic thinking
Team management
Organizational impact

Autonomy/ Independence

Driven by the need to work independently and have control over your work environment

Characteristics:

Self-direction
Flexible schedule
Decision autonomy
Personal control

Security/Stability

Motivated by job security, predictable career paths, and stable work environments

Characteristics:

Job security
Predictable income
Clear advancement
Stable environment

Entrepreneurial Creativity

Develop emotional intelligence and resilience for life’s challenges

Characteristics:

Innovation focus
Risk-taking
Business creation
Creative solutions

Service/Dedication to a Cause

Motivated by work that makes a positive difference in the world or serves others

Characteristics:

Meaningful impact
Helping others
Social contribution
Value-driven work

Pure Challenge

Driven by the opportunity to solve complex problems and overcome difficult obstacles

Characteristics:

Problem-solving
Overcoming obstacles
Competitive situations
Complex challenges

Lifestyle

Motivated by the integration of work with personal and family life priorities

Characteristics:

Work-life integration
Family priorities
Personal flexibility
Life balance

Meaningful Career Planning

Understanding your career anchors is essential for making career decisions that align with your deepest values. When your work connects with what matters most to you, you experience greater satisfaction, engagement, and success.

Our Career Testing Process

We use a comprehensive, collaborative approach to career testing that ensures you receive personalized insights and actionable recommendations.
Step 1

Initial Consultation

We begin with a comprehensive discussion about your career goals, challenges, and assessment selection.

60 minutes

Step 2

Assessment Completion

You complete the selected assessments at your own pace, with guidance and support as needed.
2-4 hours
Step 3

Results Analysis

I thoroughly analyze your results and prepare comprehensive insights and recommendations.
Professional analysis
Step 4

Results Review Session

We meet to review your results, discuss implications, and create actionable career strategies.

60 minutes

Step 5

Action Planning

We develop a personalized action plan based on your assessment results and career objectives.

60 minutes

Testing Success Stories

See how career testing has transformed the professional lives of our clients through deeper self-understanding and strategic career planning.
“The career testing revealed aspects of myself I never recognized. It completely changed my career direction for the better.”

Marketing Director

Career Transition Success

“Understanding my career anchors helped me choose the right job opportunities and avoid ones that wouldn’t satisfy me.”

Marketing Director

Better Job Alignment

“The personality assessment explained why I struggled in certain roles and thrived in others. Game-changing insights.”

Operations Manager

Self-Awareness Breakthrough

Why Career Testing Makes a Difference

Career testing provides objective insights that help you make informed decisions about your professional life. By understanding your unique combination of interests, values, personality, and motivated skills, you can:

Make Better Career Choices

Align your career path with your authentic self for greater satisfaction and success.

Maximize Your Potential

Identify and leverage your natural strengths and motivated skills for peak performance.

Navigate Career Transitions

Use data-driven insights to make confident decisions during career changes.

Increase Job Satisfaction

Find work that aligns with your values and energizes rather than drains you.

Ready to Get Started?

Call me at 212-289-5197 to discuss your career testing needs and concerns. Together, we'll determine the best assessment approach for your unique situation.

Discover Your Ideal Career Path Through Testing

Don’t leave your career to chance. Use proven assessment tools to understand yourself better and make informed decisions that lead to greater satisfaction, productivity, and success.