Career questions tagged clinical-psychology
How could I possibly shadow or contribute to my mentoring?
I have found a mentor that is a professor and a social worker with her own practice. When we first met we discussed things I could do, such as research and just asking questions in general, one of her suggestions was to shadow, but we were both concerned about the ethical dilemmas that would form as I am a highschool student although I do dual psychology classes at college which technically made me a college student. Many college students shadow professionals in the mental health field because they are studying that field, would this make it more acceptable if I were to shadow my mentor while obviously following HIPAA laws, ethical concerns, and getting the patients okay.
What degrees do I need to become a psychologist?
I am a junior in high school and I really wanna pursue psychology to help others better understand their mental illnesses and make them know they aren't alone.
How competitive is the route to becoming a sports psychologist?
I am very confident in my ability to graduate with a bachelor's degree in psychology and a minor in kinesiology. However, I don't know how difficult the road in front of me is in terms of earning my masters and Psy. D in to become a sports psychologist.
Where should an undergraduate psychology student look for an internship/job experience?
I would like to become a sports psychologist and work with collegiate athletes. In order to accomplish this, I need to earn a master's and doctorate degree. I'm not sure where to start with work experience though.
How much recommended is studying clinical psychology in a monetary way How do you know you wanted that career? I want psychological clinic.?
How much recommended is studying clinical psychology in a monetary way? How do you know you wanted that career?
What is the best college for psychology?
I am college-searching and I want to go into psychiatry.
What Degree should I be looking at to be a clinical psychologist?
I’m trying to figure degree pathways to be a clinical therapist and eventually a clinical psychologist. From what I’m aware of my degree should be in science i.e. BS, MS, I don’t think I can find anything AS-T with Psychology unless I just don’t know where to look. I’ve found 2 degree programs for the B.S. Cognitive Science and Psychobiology , which degree would be better for the career path?
Is it okay to select forensic psychology as a career option, if you are from humanities background?
So, I am from India and am interested in psychology so I chose humanities.. however, alot of people in my surrounding are asking me not to continue psychology as it is kind of a dead career option since not much jobs are available and it will be hard to fend myself later.. So what should I do.. I don't understand.. though i like it and would like to continue my opinion of going through with it but then the opinions of other people are also justifiable so I don't know what to do.... (I want to go for forensic psychology specifically..)
I have really good internship offers for the medical field, but Im really only interested in the Mental Health field, does anyone have any recommendations to what I should do?
Hi, Currently I am a highschool student who is also minoring in psychology at community college and plans to double major in psychology and sociology, then earn a masters in social work, recently I was presented the opportunity to be inscribed with the Congress of Future Medical Leaders Award of Excellence, which is a two day national academy of future physicians congress meeting that will also allow me to be featured on local TV stations and newspapers. The problem being that I'm not interested in the medical field as a future career path. If I were able to pass this over to someone else, I would but I can't. This would be a really big opportunity to put myself out there, and it would look really good on college applications, and on my academic profile, but it doesn't have anything that I inherently want for my future career path, and it also might look weird on my college applications.
What should I do to work in law and psychology?
I have seen both. Criminal and forensic. Psychology what’s better to work with people
In terms of applying to graduate school, would my chances for admission be higher with a Master's degree?
I am a psychology major and graduating in the Fall of 2025. I've been looking to clinical psychology PhD programs, but some programs don't require a Master's degree for admission. However, I don't know if that would make me less competitive when applying. If I could avoid 2-3 additional years of paying for school I would love that, but I don't know if my chances would be better with more schooling. Any advice would be great!
Publishing Research Papers?
Hi, I am currently in highschool and I would like to publish a research paper, I would like to work on researching either Bipolar Disorder or Appropriation in the 21st century, do you have any advice? (I currently in the process of getting a mentor)
What is something that you realized while being a Psychiatrist in college?
What are somethings that you know about someone who is in the Psychiatrist feild of work? What are they doing now? How much money are they making if you know? How many jobs did they work while in college?
What are some colleges that someone who wants to study criminal psycology go?
I'm a 10th grade sudent who plans to go to college for criminal psychology but doesn't know what classes or what colleges to go to.
why do we do this?
why do people think they way they do and act they way they do? i am instrested in psychology and not sure what to major in the fireld of that and what jobs
How did you get started on your job journey?
8th grade, I’m looking to go into psychology. Note: this question was asked anonymously by a student
What are some jobs you can get with a BA in Psychology after college? #Psychology #Jobs #careers?
I am a currently senior in High school in San Jose planing for the future. I plan to major in Psychology and was wondering what kind of jobs that are local to my area that revolve around this major.
What are the first steps to becoming a psychiatrist?
I'm looking into becoming a psychiatrist and was wondering what steps I should take.
Can you get an associate's degree in one subject and a bachelor's in another?
I am an aspiring LCSW in sophomore year. I am taking my associates in college this year, but I don't know if I should major in Psychology and English or Sociology and English (I have to take a college class for English, but It was also recommended that I take another dual college class as well). In college I want to major in Sociology, and I was wondering that if I were to take a Psychology class would it look perplexing on my College application.
What is it like being a nurse in a psych ward?
I'm wondering what I should do for my career, and this is one of my interests.
What will my college life look like, roughly, in order to become a psychiatric doctor?
I'm in the 11th grade aspiring to become and doctor in the medical field. I am currently leaning towards psychiatry, but would like to know my options before committing. Thank you so much for your help!
What should I work towards getting an Associates in if I am interested in becoming a clinical psychologist?
I am currently a Sophomore in high school and I am applying to do Dual-Enrollment online during my Junior and Senior year with a community college called Forsyth Tech. In order to apply I have to choose a pathway with certain classes and that is where I'm struggling. I'm given the choice between an Associates in Science, Applied science, or Arts. There isn't fully a pathway I could take to get an Associates in just Psychology.
What is the psychology How does it help us, why do we need all these things in our brain, and why do we need to learn.?
What is the psychology? How does it help us, why do we need all these things in our brain, and why do we need to learn.
How do I choose what career I want to have in the future?
I am interested in the marketing field, nursing field, and psychology field I feel incredibly passionate about these fields. I am also a junior in high school
What jobs can I get with my Bachelors in Psychology ?
I recently graduated and got my bachelors in psych, but i feel like finding a job in this field with this degree is a little difficult. I am open to anything except working with children. Can someone recommend something or give me advice? I don't like the feeling that im wasting my life away at such a young age, I want to start a new job so I can get my life rolling. And yes I know I would get more opportunity if I go to grad school, currently working on that for 2025
How can I get experience for the medical field or what jobs can i go into at 16 with an interest in medical or psych field?
I am specifically very interested in pediatrics and senior care. I dont have any job experience but need to start somewhere.
How would I get a job to be a psych technician?
Hello I am a student wonder how would I get a job as a psych technician. I am very curious to find out how I could get a job in that career.
What education do I need to be a psych technician ?
Hi I’m a student in Arizona and I am wondering what education I would need to be a psych technician. I find it really interesting and wanting to know what schooling I need to be a psych technician.
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.
What do people in the research area of psychology do?
I'm very heavily leaning towards pursuing a career in psychology, but I'm still exploring options within the field. What would a job in researching/conducting studies in psychology potentially look like?
what should i consider before going into a career in psychology, especially in dealing with mental health?
Salary? Specific difficulties? Pros/cons?
Is psychology a financially secure career choice?
What kinds of careers in psychology, if any, might be more likely to have issues with financial security? Why?
What are the steps to become a psychiatrist after high school?
Right now I think I should to major in neuroscience, and then apply to med school. However Im not sure if thats the best way to go to ensure I get my PHD in psychiatry and then become a Psychiatrist. Honestly I am lost and would love some help going over the process/steps.
How tough is medical school?
How tough is medical school? I’ve been skeptic about going here, not just a price, but how difficult it is. Is it really that difficult? I’m up for any challenge, but I am not good with sleepless nights.
Why did you decide to get into psychology and what kinds of classes did you need to take in college to get the degree?
I was curious on what classes are needed and how long it took.
How far did you go into your degree and was it difficult?
I want to go all way to get my doctorate but I am nervous about the work that comes with it.
What kinds of Psychology majors are there?
I want to go into the forensic aspect of psychology to be involved in criminal investigations but I do want to do what other fields there are.
What are the important points to remember working as a new clinical mental health intern at an inpatient/outpatient hospital unit?
Hi all, I'm a second year grad student in mental health counseling, and first year intern. I was wondering what are the important points to remember working as a new clinical mental health intern at an inpatient/outpatient hospital unit? Do you have any tips that would ease the anxiety of not knowing what to expect?
What is it like to be a psychologist?
I want to know what the mental burden and what a day to day life can look like in this field.
What can I do to set myself up to be better of in my pursuit to be a psychiatrist?
I’m a 10th grader living in Florida which recently banned AP Psychology before I could take it. I took into to psychology last year and wanted to know if there is anything else I could do.
Any advice about becoming a psychiatrist?
Was the subject hard for you or easy? What advice would you give someone that you wish you knew? What are the requirements for a psychologist? Why did you become a psychologist? What tools helped you or you wished you had in order to be successful? What does a normal day look like as a psychologist? What subjects do you have to do in order to be a psychiatrist?
How do people become therapists/counselors/psychologists Are they hired by companies or clinics? How financially comfortable are they typically?
I want to go into counseling or therapy but am worried about not making enough to be financially comfortable/well-off, since therapy isn't a priority for everyone.
What is or was the hardest part of Psychology ?
I really think psychology is interesting and i want to find a career in it, but i feel like it will be too hard.
What are some scholarships or grants that cover room and board?
Are there any scholarships or grants that help cover room and board?
What would you say is your success rate for family therapy? Is there a set approach for every situation to some degree or do you come up with a different tactic for every unique situation?
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What is the most stressful part of being a psychologist?
I'm aware that in the psychology field, you deal with a lot of people's stresses and problems, I'm curious to know what part of it stresses you out the most.
What are some good schools for psychology How would i get into a career in psychology, am I able to choose specialties and how? Why is psychology a good option? Also are there any dangers i should know about that aren’t blatantly obvious? When is the best time to start?
I’m curious to know if this is a good career for me and I would like to explore any measures to find out before committing.
Do any scholarships exist for people looking to get certain degrees?
Like a “psychology major scholarship” and if so what would usually be a way to get it?
What current options are there for me to intern for psychologists and/or psychiatrists in my area.?
As a 16 year old junior still in high school, I am interested in interning for a psychologist or psychiatrist in my area. I want to learn the field more in order to fuel my ambition for my own style of therapy.