People Employed by the Government (United States)

I really do not have advice on this topic but I am seeking advice. I have worked in the mental health field in CA. for over thirteen years. I am orginally from WI. I relocated to CA. 15yrs. ago. I find myself at a lost because I am so burnt out on the economical strain of living in CA. You would think that CA. is the leading state in decent pay rates for mental health/social services but in fact, the job market is lagging and it doesn't appear that obtaining a Master's in Psychology has much effect on earning potiential. I am a single woman, my children are all grown and I really want to move on and have the life-style Iv worked so hard for. However, I have not reached my goal of earning possibilities. The pay is good if you work for the department of corrections but that is not what I prefer to do. I would appreciate any advice you have to offer.

Dont give in and get in a rut there is always something out there.