Career questions tagged counseling
Can I become a therapist with a CTAA certification?
I would like to Counselling and Therapy but I would like to know if there are other pathways than getting a degree.
I am interested in being a psychologist. I work best in an environment with a chance to work one on one or alone, with a nice routine, and knowing what my responsibilities are for my work. Is this a good fit for me ?
I have already gotten responses on my last question that think psychology is a good choice so I'm wondering if it's still true with new information.
As a freshman in high school, how can I gain working experience for psychology?
I take core classes in school, and outside of school I work alongside a non-profit organization to help cure depression
What are the benefits of becoming a California Certified Wellness Coach?
Seems like a great pathway to start making positive changes while I finish earning my psychology degree. http://cawellnesscoach.org/
How can I unlock my inner potential ?
I'ma good listener, I care so much and always give advice on how to handle emotional, relationship problems
What are the qualifications of pursuing accounting ?
What grade do i need yo pursue a course in counseling
How do you learn about your educational journey when looking at careers?
for example I am interested in prosthetics
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.
What is the subject requirement for someone who wants to go into career counseling as a career?
What is the subject requirement for someone who wants to go into career counseling as a career?
Is there a downside to addiction counseling that is not openly talked about?
Besides obviously having difficult days with people who are going through very emotional times, are there any catches to the profession people do not discuss?
What are things to help me become a therapist?
What are some challenges that come when trying to become a therapist? What classes can I take now in high school to help me develop the skills of a therapist?
Would it be smarter to pursue two master's?
I want to be a substance abuse counselor, and I've heard that I can get a masters in both psychology or social work. Would it be smarter to just get one of those or do both? If so am I able to do it at the same time?
Are the people within the counseling field welcoming/friendly
Coming from a socially anxious person it is hard to socialize with new people.
What challenges can be encountered being a substance abuse counselor?
Junior in high-school interested in counseling
What is the number one way to pass your college classes?
yep this is really stupid now that I am done
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
Is Counseling and Therapy The Same?
My Name is Emily and I want to be a Marriage/Family Therapist One Day. I was just wondering if counseling and Therapy are the same because I am having trouble comparing and Contrasting the two.
Can I work on independent research while not being a high school student?
My country’s academic system is different than the US. So, I have already graduated and I’m 18 still not in university, but I really want to do an independent research project and try to get it published somewhere. Is it possible or legitimate for me to do it on my own without teachers or help and use this project as an activity for my college application? It’s actually a passion project and not to make my application look good, however, I have seen that most of these are done with mentors and such and I don’t have one available and I am unsure on where and how I could find one. I wouldn’t need a lab because it’s for a psychology social research, I would just need people to answer a few questions I would formulate on a form and I would go from there.
Is there anything a psychiatrist would tell someone interested in being a psychiatrist?
Is there anything that you wish someone had told you before you decided to become a psychiatrist? Is there anything that might potentially deter anyone from becoming a psychiatrist?
What do you need to major in to become a psychiatrist?
I've wanted to become a psychiatrist for a while now but I don't know how I would start. Would it be something like premed?
what is the amigdala?
why does the amygdala control so much of the emotional aspects??
What are recommended schools that offer online programs for a masters in counseling?
Preferably seeking colleges that are highly accredited and easy to get scholarships for.
What classes and personal skills should I be focused on during my high school years in hopes of becoming an addiction counselor/ Therapist?
I am in 11th grade and live in Richmond Ohio. I am extremely passionate about exploring and understanding the human mind and emotions and have been through addiction many times.
What are the negative effects of being a psychiatrist?
Are there any things that some people may regret after becoming a psychiatrist?
What should I know as someone that's wants to be a psychiatrist ?
What is like being a psychiatrist? Is it a good paying job? What college did you attend to become e a psychiatrist? Do you enjoy your job? Is your job difficult?
Hello, I'm thinking of studying human resources, what steps should I take to to enter this field? Also, what does a typical day in this career look like, and what are three important things about this career I should know?
I wanted to be a psychiatrist or a health education specialist.
What should I do if I am a psychologist and my patient starts having a medical emergency or admits to murder?
I am just asking because I am hoping to be a psychologist or some type of counseling job that helps people without being really in the medical field, besides that I just want some tips and suggestions if that happens.
Do psychologists ever work with teams?
If you are a psychologist NOT in counseling, do you ever work in teams with other psychologists? If not do you work with other teams of people in general?
Are there any job types or opportunities in psychology that aren't specifically counseling?
Is there a psycology job where you can just study how the brain works and what causes trauma and things like that instead of counseling people face to face?
What skills do I need to be a psychiatrist and what education do I need?
Hello my name is Ruby, I live and Arizona and I would like to be a psychiatrist because I like listening to people and helping. I would like to now what skills and education I need? Is all the school worth it?
Does anyone know of any genetic counseling shadowing or internship opportunities in the greater Philadelphia area?
I'm a junior biology major and am hoping to apply to grad school next year.
is a therapist/counselor different than a psychologist?
what are the differences if they are not the same thing?
How do I become a therapist ?
How do I become a therapist specifically a child therapist
What are good colleges for counseling in Juneau or Anchorage and what are good schools for hairdressing in anchorage ?
What are good colleges for counseling and therapy In Juneau or Anchorage? Where is a good school for Hairdressing in Anchorage and why is it a good school?
Am i able to still get my dream job if i have to get a GED?
Am i able to become a counselor if i have a GED? I am failing school and have to repeat 9th grade my school had told me i was most likely get kicked out and most likely will have to get my GED im concerned i wont be able to get my dream job.
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's better, an LMFT or LCSW?
What provides more opportunity? An LMFT or LCSW? Is one harder to receive than the other? I am a college student pursuing psychology and don't know which license I should pursue.
What does a typical day look like on the job of a Mental Health Counselors??
Mental Health Counselor Questions?
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.
What should I major in to be a drama teacher and/or a school counselor ?
Im thinking about trying to be a high school counselor or highschool drama teacher what should I try to major in so both of these are a possibility in the future? Im not sure which option I like more so I was hoping to major in something that makes both possible.
What is it like to be a psychologist/therapist?
Just curious if any therapists out there have any experience or advice
What college would be the best for someone who wants to work as a children trauma counselor?
I think I want to major in psychology but I am not sure if that is the right place to go for the job I want. I also don't mind moving for college but I would have to live on campus.
How difficult is an art therapy masters?
I'm a freshman in college and have already taken my first art therapy course, as well as some arts and psychologies.
How do I pave a road for success when wanting to get into drug and alcohol counseling?
I'm taking an online coarse at my local community collage but its not a two year program, its a set of 7 week classes, when i look online at how to become a drug and alcohol counselor it says you need a masters and a state licence to practice but I'm not taking a masters, would I have too? Pretty much what I'm asking is if i want to be a drug and alcohol counselor what would I need to do/work on in order to obtain said job. Thank you very much!
How will I become a therapist?
I want to become a therapist who works with kids who go through traumatic experiences and need help moving forward. I would also like to helps kids get through school during the day by being an in school therapist.
What does an average work day provide for a Child Psychologist?
Hi, I'm Chloe, my dream career is to be able to help youth who may be struggling emotionally and help them feel comfortable with themselves and their environment
Why did you choose counseling of alcoholic anonymous as a career?
Hello! My name is Alfonso and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in counseling for an alcoholic anonymous field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be a part of my assignment.Thank you very much for being part of my assignment. Why did you choose counseling for an alcoholic anonymous as a career? How may years of college did you need to go through? What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? I have 10 more questions but we can build our way up a few at a time thank you.
How should approach this field?
How should i approach the field of psychology? Therapy/ counseling specifically? What should my classes look like and where can I take internships ect.