An adult referred by another counselor…
“Thank you again for a great counseling session…and your guidance helping me find my way! ...Now my efforts are more focused in productive and rewarding directions.”

An adult who lost his job due to downsizing…
“It helped me realize all of the career possibilities.  [I learned to] open my scope to see all the possibilities [and not to] turn my back on my gifts.  Thank you for the scholarship.  It helped me make it happen!”
 
A recent college graduate just entering the job force…
“The program was very personalized and comfortable.  You provided a safe space for sharing and understanding.  It confirmed my feeling about myself, who I am, and what I want to be.  The confirmation gave me new confidence to keep moving forward.”

An adult needing help with job search skills…
“I just wanted to thank you again for the assistance you gave me preparing for my interview….Your advice must have been on the money as I have received a conditional letter of appointment.  This whole process has been pretty grueling but by far the hardest part was the interview.  I would have been lost without you.”

A workshop participant…
“On behalf of the officers, thank you for working with us on Myers-Briggs…It was startling to discover that so many of us share the same type.  That will have some obvious implications for how we carry out our duties here at the church….You are doing valuable ministry and we are grateful.”

A pastor working with youth…
“Many thanks for the excellent experience our senior highs had.  Clearly their eyes were opened regarding their gifts and possibilities.  We will be scheduling this again.”

A high school student…
“It helped me to determine where my skills could be put to use.  [The counselor] made the program into a very warm and friendly environment.  I feel the program was excellent and can not find any areas in need of improvement.”

An ordained minister considering a change to chaplaincy…
“Words cannot express how grateful I am for the time we spent together…Apparently God decided I was ready!…Seeing you in February was the turning point.”

An ordained minister in need of a mid-career “tune-up”…
“Thank you again for the time I spent with you at the Career and Personal Counseling Service…It was truly a worthwhile investment of my time, energy and money as well as an investment in my calling, career and future.  I accomplished everything I hoped to do while I was there with you.  I came away from there feeling renewed in my sense of call….I felt that I was in need of a ‘tune-up’ and that certainly occurred for I am more at ease within myself and with my surroundings.  God used you to put my mind at rest and my spirit has found peace.…I felt that the program laid out for me was ‘tailor-made’ for my particular needs and issues….I appreciated addressing and clarifying some personal matters and learning ways to protect, take care of, and be kind to myself.  All in all, I feel refreshed, healthy and whole as both a person and a pastor.  I am grateful for God leading me to Career and Personal Counseling Service…May God continue to bless you and use you to help others as you have helped me.”

An ordained minister reevaluating his call…
“I came to CPCS confused and unsure of my future.  My confidence level and my self-esteem were at an all-time low.  I was unsure if I was good at anything and even if the ministry was right for me.  But after my three days at CPCS, I felt better prepared to tackle my job search and my future.  I left with a better picture of who I was and a better understanding about the kind of environment I work best in….The three-day program I participated in was indeed a worthy investment and I recommend it highly….You were a great blessing to me and I’m sure you will continue to be a blessing to many others struggling with career issues.”

A Presbyterian ministerial candidate…
“My day at CPCS was a great time of reflection for me!  A helpful ‘stop’ in the midst of my journey.  I am grateful for the candid insights [the psychologist] shared with me.  The experience was truly a divine appointment!”

A United Methodist ministerial candidate…
“I really liked the process…Having a chance to talk with someone who has evaluated my thoughts & can bring to the surface those things I need to know about myself, I think will make me stronger, healthier, more aware & ready for a demanding future.”

Another Presbyterian ministerial candidate…
“I am impressed with how much the tests are able to tell me about myself.  I consider it an excellent learning experience and am grateful for the ways it will help me in ministry.  Thanks again for your time, your knowledge, and your balance of friendliness and professionalism.  It made for an enjoyable day.”

A judicatory executive who referred a minister in crisis to CPCS…
“The report far exceeded all my expectations.  As far as I can tell, it was right on the money!  It was indeed quite helpful.  I plan to allow it to be a basis of my discussion with [minister] about future placements.”

A member of a committee evaluating candidates for ministry…
“[The report was] on target…good, insightful…very well organized.  We appreciate the summary of strengths and growth areas.”

A counselor who refers clients to CPCS…
“I have high regard for the guidance you provide for people struggling with career issues and I’ll continue to send them your way.”