From Accountant to Counsellor: The Unique Career Journey of Cheryl Pereira CPA, CA

Uncommon Sense · May 1, 2025 · 28m

CPA Cheryl Pereira's career path has taken a sharp turn in 2025—by applying her CPA skills and completing some recent further education, she has moved into the field of psychological counselling. With her training as a counsellor nearing completion, Cheryl is launching her own counselling practice focused on what she calls financial therapy. In this episode, Cheryl talks about what led to her moving into the field of therapy, her path to earning her therapist credentials, and the connection between people's personal finances and their psychological characteristics. And, while you might not…