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I have a few mental illnesses can I be a psychiatrist or psychologist?

I have a few mental illnesses and there's more I'm not diagnosed with. Can I become a psychiatrist or a psychologist, it's something I'm really interested in.

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Michael’s Answer

You would be the best possible person to become a psychiatrist or psychologist. You have an insight into the the field that many only learn through books and the viewpoint of others. Remember, everything is not written in books. Your personal unique identity is the plus some professional people cannot fathom! When you incorporate your spiritual beliefs, your education, your home life, your worldview and your desire, you have all that anyone in any capacity needs to be successful! I believe that My Higher Power allowed me to go through all I went through to be able to sit and write these words to you. I believe nothing that happens to me is by accident. I accept my life’s situation and make the best choice I can with all the information at my disposal. You can, will and must do the same. Just by asking the question tells me you are the best candidate for your future endeavor. Remember one other thing though, be sure to always check in with your personal therapist and continue to follow your personal treatment plan and you cannot and will not faulted. Best wishes and make yourself proud!!!!
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Robert’s Answer

It depends on several things. Are you currently receiving treatment AND are your symptoms under control? Do these problems interfere with your interactions with other people? I guess you really need to evaluate exactly whether or not being in the mental health field would be good for YOU.

Robert recommends the following next steps:

Talk this over with your therapist
Talk to your teachers
Finally speak to your friends
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Michelle’s Answer

Absolutely you can! There are many people who work in mental health who have mental illnesses, and successfully. Your personal experience can be very helpful as you can truly understand what it's like for the people you are helping. Take good care of yourself (I tell that to everyone working in mental health) and focus on your strengths.
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Hwal’s Answer

Caelum,

Yes, you can, and I would encourage you to. If anything, your personal experience could be a unique, valuable strength in your career in mental health, whatever form that may take, because there are many career options in mental health other than being a psychologist or a psychiatrist. Regardless of the career choice you make, I hope you prioritise and take care of your mental health at all times so that you can be your best self.

I was a registered mental health counsellor in Australia before studying medicine to become a PA in the U.S., so let me know if you have any specific questions I can help with.

All the best,

Hwal
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