Career Counselling Halifax | Expert Career Coaching & Counselling
Navigate Halifax’s defence, healthcare, and government sectors with clarity. ICF-certified coaches with 20+ years helping Nova Scotia professionals find work that fits.
- Find a career that fits Halifax’s market — precisely.
- Land the job you really want — with confidence.
- One-on-one coaching with ICF-certified coaches.
- Coaching via Practice Better — secure telehealth, scheduled around your day.
“Linda guided me through the process of redefining my career path with clarity and calm. I landed the first job I interviewed for after working with her.”
“This service was a great help — and I landed a great new job within 4 weeks. The coaching gave me the focus and confidence I needed to move quickly.”
Halifax professionals deserve more than generic career advice
“I founded Careers by Design to help professionals in the Halifax area achieve success on their own terms — because a one-size-fits-all approach never works in a market this specific. Whether you’re at Irving Shipbuilding, the QEII, or making a move in the NS public sector, we understand the landscape you’re navigating.”
Our unique methodology addresses both the analytical and emotional sides of career decisions — helping you get unstuck and move forward with genuine clarity.
You’re matched with the coach who best fits your situation — not just whoever is available. Our team brings decades of combined experience across all career stages.
More than 20 years of helping Halifax professionals find careers that fit — backed by 300+ five-star Google reviews and a track record of real career transformations.
Coaches who know your field
Shirin founded Careers by Design with a singular purpose: helping professionals find careers that fit on their own terms. Her Connect Head & Heart methodology addresses both the analytical and emotional sides of career decisions — the approach that underlies every coaching engagement at CBD.
A career coach for 25+ years and former Director of Career Services, Linda focuses on your strengths and helps you cultivate resilience when facing uncertainty. She specialises in helping Halifax professionals in healthcare, government, and public-sector transitions navigate toward more meaningful work.
Jen is a Career Counsellor who gets you unstuck. Her CCC designation (Canadian Certified Counsellor, CCPA) means her sessions may be covered by Nova Scotia extended health benefit plans — including Canada Life, Sun Life, Blue Cross Atlantic, and Manulife. Check your plan details with your provider.
Career counselling that may be covered by your benefits
Our team includes Jen Davies, a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). Many Nova Scotia extended health plans and EAP programs recognise the CCC designation for counselling coverage — which means your sessions may qualify for reimbursement.
Common providers whose plans may cover CCC sessions include:
Coverage varies by plan and employer. Contact your benefits provider or HR department and ask whether “Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC)” services are covered under your mental health or counselling benefit.
If your employer has an Employee Assistance Program, career counselling sessions may be included — especially when delivered by a credentialed counsellor. Many NS public-sector employers include EAP coverage.
All sessions are conducted through Practice Better, our secure telehealth platform, which provides session documentation that can support benefits claims where applicable.
Not every plan will cover coaching — and that’s fine. We work with clients on a self-pay basis as well. A free 20-minute discovery call is the best way to explore your options and find the right program.
We know the sectors that drive Halifax
Halifax’s economy runs on defence and shipbuilding, healthcare, government, and a growing ocean-technology sector. Our coaches understand these industries from the inside — the career paths, the culture, and the transitions professionals make within them.
CFB Halifax, Irving Shipbuilding & the National Shipbuilding Program
Halifax is home to Canada’s largest naval base and the National Shipbuilding Strategy hub at Irving Shipbuilding. Our coaches help DND civilians, naval officers transitioning out, and Irving professionals navigate career growth, sector shifts, and leadership moves in this unique ecosystem.
QEII Health Sciences, IWK & Nova Scotia Health Authority
The QEII Health Sciences Centre and IWK are anchor employers for Halifax’s healthcare workforce. We work with nurses, clinical leaders, allied health professionals, and health administrators navigating career advancement, sector re-entry, and leadership transitions within the Nova Scotia Health Authority.
Province of NS, Dalhousie, NSCC & Volta Startups
Halifax’s public and knowledge sector spans the Province of Nova Scotia, Dalhousie University, Saint Mary’s, NSCC, and Emera. The city also hosts a growing ocean-technology cluster anchored by Volta Labs and Innovacorp. Our coaches help professionals across all these sectors find clear direction and move forward with confidence.
Halifax’s creative economy is larger than most people outside NS realise — and career paths in it are rarely straightforward.
Scotiabank, RBC, BMO, and local credit unions employ thousands of finance professionals across Halifax and Atlantic Canada.
Sobeys’ Stellarton HQ draws corporate talent from Halifax, and Clearwater Seafoods keeps Halifax in the global supply chain map.
Dal and SMU attract global talent — and many new graduates need real guidance navigating their first Canadian career steps.
Everything you need to move forward
All programs are delivered one-on-one via Practice Better — our secure telehealth platform — and are designed around your specific situation, career stage, and goals.
Clarify what you actually want from your career — not just what looks good on paper. A structured program that gets to the heart of your strengths, values, and direction.
Learn more →A strategic, step-by-step job search program — from positioning and networking to offers and negotiation. Built for Halifax’s specific market and professional culture.
Learn more →Prepare for the interviews that matter. Practice with real scenarios and get targeted feedback so you walk in confident and walk out with offers.
Learn more →A professionally written resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile that gets you noticed by Halifax and Atlantic Canada employers. Written by experienced career professionals — not templates.
Learn more →Senior-level resumes and executive profiles that communicate your full scope of leadership impact. Tailored for director, VP, and C-suite roles in Halifax and nationally.
Learn more →Compassionate, practical outplacement support for Halifax organisations and their departing employees. One-on-one coaching helps professionals land well and move forward with confidence.
Learn more →Three steps to career clarity
Connect with us to share where you are, what you’re looking for, and whether we’re the right fit. There’s no pitch — just a real conversation about your situation and the options available to you.
Book Free ChatYour first session happens on Practice Better — our secure telehealth platform — at a time that fits your schedule. Bring your goals and your challenges. Your coach will listen carefully and build a step-by-step strategy with you.
Continue in one of our structured coaching programs and have an experienced coach guide you every step of the way — from clarity on direction through to landing the right role and thriving in it.
What clients say about working with us
“Linda guided me through the process of redefining my career path, helping me step back and assess my needs and priorities with clarity. Her support and expertise were invaluable in giving me the confidence I needed to approach this significant change. I landed the first job I interviewed for after working with her.”
Drew Robinson, M.Sc. Financial Advisor“This service was a great help — and I landed a great new job within 4 weeks. The coaching gave me the focus and confidence I needed to move quickly and decisively.”
“Coaching at Careers by Design helped me achieve the confidence and self-worth I always had but never was able to realize before.”
“Jen is an exceptional career development practitioner. Her authenticity, determination and heart in anything she undertakes is refreshing.”
“Linda guided me in gaining a deeper understanding of myself, which has been instrumental in shaping my career goals. I’m thrilled to share that I’ve successfully secured my aspirational role.”
“Participating in the career coaching program at Careers by Design gave me the tools to feel more positive and boosted my confidence so I could take the next steps to get out of a difficult situation.”
Questions about career counselling in Halifax
What can I expect from career counselling in Halifax?
We start with a free 20-minute discovery call to understand where you are and whether we’re the right fit. Most clients begin with our Find Your Career Fit program, which helps you get genuinely clear on what you want before moving into job search mode. All sessions are one-on-one via Practice Better, our secure telehealth platform, and are flexibly scheduled around your work schedule.
Do you work with professionals in Halifax’s defence, healthcare, and government sectors?
Yes — many of our clients come from Halifax’s anchor institutions: Irving Shipbuilding, CFB Halifax / DND, QEII Health Sciences Centre, IWK, Dalhousie University, NSCC, Nova Scotia Health Authority, and the Province of Nova Scotia. We also help professionals at Emera, Scotiabank, Volta Labs, and across the financial services sector. We understand the culture, the career paths, and the transitions these sectors involve.
How long does a career coaching program in Halifax typically take?
A career change program typically runs 7 to 12 sessions over 3 to 4 months. A targeted job search program typically takes 4 to 7 sessions. We give you a realistic picture of the timeline and what to expect after your initial discovery call — no vague commitments or open-ended packages.
Is career counselling covered by health benefits in Nova Scotia?
Our team includes Jen Davies, a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Many Nova Scotia extended health plans and EAP programs recognise the CCC designation for counselling coverage — including plans from Canada Life, Sun Life, Manulife, Blue Cross Atlantic, and Desjardins. We recommend confirming directly with your benefits provider. A free 20-minute discovery call is the best place to start — book yours here.
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Talk with us about where you are and where you want to go. No pressure, no pitch — just a real conversation about your career and whether we’re the right fit for you.
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Career coaching across Halifax and beyond
We serve professionals across the Halifax Regional Municipality and throughout Nova Scotia. All coaching is delivered one-on-one via Practice Better — our secure telehealth platform — so location is never a barrier.
Halifax Neighbourhoods & CommunitiesAlso serving Nova Scotia: Truro, New Glasgow, Kentville, Bridgewater, Sydney, Amherst
Serving professionals nationally: Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa, Edmonton, Winnipeg, and across Canada.
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