Career questions tagged behavioral-health
#Fall25 How to gain experience before B.A Psychology graduation in May 2026 Is it too late for me to begin to persue experience and network in my field??
Through the years in college I have focused more in surviving the world and getting jobs to pay bills instead of a career furthering job. I aspire to become a psychologist md/phd and know it takes lots of time and work. I just recently decided to go for my dream and gain experience. Just wanted to know if it’s too late or if I should’ve started earlier and where do I begin now. #Fall25 #Feelingdefeated #Unmotivated #Dreams #Isitpossible
What kind of job options are there that will help me gain (and count as) experience in the field of psychology between earning my bachelor's and working on my Master's ?
I want to become a therapist and will have to work full time to support myself. I'd like to streamline the process between earning my BS and working on my Master's.
When applying for internships, especially within the forensics behavioral field, what are some things I should look out for during the application process ?
Once I finish my degree, I am wanting to go into the behavioral analysis unit for the FBI. I am currently a registered behavior technician and I work within the applied behavior analysis field, and was wondering if my experience within my current role would also benefit my career goal. Along with this, find some of the best places to apply to internships that can increase the likelihood of me being able to achieve my dream career.
What are some of the best ways to support and encourage children going through difficult times emotionally?
I can't make them listen when they cry or go on a emotional break down any advice appreciated
How to become a behavior analyst?
Share your journey & guide aspiring behavior analysts on their path! Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
How to become a registered behavior technician?
Lend your expertise: what does it take to become a registered behavior technician? Note: Given the growing interest in the psychology field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.
Back with another question for another career project. I just need to ask: Is there things like promotions for behavioral therapists/phycologists and what are they?
I Want to get into the field so other that research on the computer, so any feedback from those within the field would be greatly appreciated! Thanks and I wish you a great day/night!
I am a 50 year old former chef/owner in the Food&Beverage industry, and released from prison incarceration nearly a year ago. I'm planning a career change very soon, and am currently exploring the best options with several criteria being considered. First, my age and certain barriers that would limit success. Next, having been previously incarcerated on a charge considered "violent"(assault 2), I am aware that many tech jobs which may require certain clearance measures and various other security related requirements would also be an issue. Last, though I consider myself flexible, a quick learner in most cases, and of above average intelligence, the last time I recall participating in any formal education was nearly 35 years ago, and not at a university or even certificate level. While a career in tech interests me, specifically UX design, Digital Marketing, and even Tech/Software Sales, I happen to also be very interested in Behavioral Health (adolecent addiction counseling). Given my background and considerable barriers, I am interested in several opinions as to what realistic opportunities there are in the career paths I have mentioned. In particular, what do hiring project managers look for exactly for an entry level UX researcher Will age or longevity be a concern? Is there more opportunity in Marketing, working remotely or beginning my own private agency? As a youth counselor a concern I have is, though my ambition and intent working with children and families, to repair or mitigate problems brought on by substance abuse, I hope to find overwhelming satisfaction both personally, as well as professionally. However, I am curious to know just how many felt as I do, prior to working daily with the actual individuals and families suffering. Are there statistics which suggest the number of new counselors who in their first or second year, decide the daily resposibility and fact that often many more are lost than a success may simply be too much to handle, and resign in attempt to preserve their own sanity? I realize the question asked, resulted in many and I apologize. Whatever insight offered however will be greatly appreciated as I try and whittle the options down to hopefully the career path most suitable. Thank you, Patrick
As a 50 year old male, I am embarking on obtainining relevent skills to begin a new career path. I was recently incarcerated and along with my age, and fact I have little experience in any of the above mentioned career choices, I am seeking insight as to which path I may find the least resistant, while also a realistic opportunity for growth as well as demand in the chosen field.
Hello! My name is Emily and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the behavior therapy field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of some questions that I am curious about in this profession. ?
1. What profession did you choose? Why? 2. How many years of college did you go through? 3. What jobs did you work on before you landed your present professional job?
I want to join the BAU that's the only job I'm passionate about. Please help
I really want to get into the BAU and I would take the extra mile to get into it. Ever since I started watching Criminal Minds. I wanted to get a job as a profiler. The only problem is that they take US citizens only. I am an Indian and I know that they don't portray the BAU as the way it is. The tv show is an exaggeration and they most probably won't have a boy genius wearing a sweater vest or a diva giving details from the computer about the unsub. But I really don't have any intentions of being a part of a 9/5 job. . Is there any way I could get into the behavioral analysis unit? #criminal-profiling #psychology-education #sociology #swat #behavioral-health
What are possible careers for a person who majored in Behavioral Neuroscience?
I am interested in how the brain works, and specifically why it causes people to act the way they do. I want to work with people with special needs, but wonder if this is a plausible career. I am also interested in research, maybe also related to special needs. #neuroscience #behavioral-health #cognitive-psychology #neuroscientist #special-needs #child-development #neurology
What career would I need to study if i'm interested in the study of the criminal brain?
I'm asking this because on TV I've seen many shows about people who study the criminal brain and they study how criminals think. This seems very interesting to me but I don't know where to get started. #psychology #law #criminology #behavioral-health
What degree would you need to have to be a teens behavioral therapist?
I am asking this question because everyone keeps telling me that i need a doctorate and others are telling me all i need is a master's degree #therapy #therapist #teenagers #behavior #behavioral-health