Burr Ridge Career Counseling

We understand that career decisions are deeply personal—and often emotional. Feeling that your work is satisfying and meaningful is an important element in building a fully happy life. But one study found that over 50% of Americans feel dissatisfied (if not downright unhappy) with their work. This dissatisfaction can lead to stress, anxiety, and even depression. This unhappiness can also bleed over into your personal life, negatively impacting the relationships you have with friends and loved ones.

Career counseling can help you choose or completely change a career at any stage in your life. Embarking on a new career, while it is exciting, can also be incredibly stressful, and many people find they could use some help along their journey. Career counselors have been trained to provide concrete career information resources and discuss career development. In a career counseling session, you and your counselor may discuss:

• Career options that best align with your particular skills or talents
• Higher educational requirements and opportunities
• Potential earnings of various careers
• Daily working environments
• Opportunities for advancement

Our approach to career counseling goes beyond résumés and job titles. We explore your values, strengths, interests, and goals, while also attending to the emotional and psychological aspects of work, including stress, self-doubt, identity, and work-life balance.

Career counseling at Restoring Wellness can help with:

• Clarifying career direction and exploring options
• Recognizing burnout, job dissatisfaction, or career change
• Identifying personal strengths, passions, and values
• Building confidence and managing imposter syndrome
• Making informed decisions about education, training, or work-life balance

Whether you’re just starting, re-entering the workforce, considering a shift, or seeking more fulfillment in your current role, we meet you where you are. Together, we work to align your professional path with who you are—and who you’re becoming.

At Restoring Wellness, career counseling is more than planning your next job. It’s about cultivating a meaningful and sustainable relationship with your work, grounded in your well-being and sense of purpose.

We invite you to contact us today for any questions or to schedule an appointment.