Career questions tagged mental-health
How do I re-enter work in care management after a long break?
What is the best way to re enter work after having a baby? I was previously a deputy manager for a supported living organisation- helping people waiving with disabilities. I also have experience working with children in schools and with special needs. I want to re enter work part time due to childcare needs. I have a BSc in Psychology, First aid trained, managerial experience and willing to do NVQ in healthcare management. I have also worked in a care home and essentially would like to be a registered manager in the future.
What can I expect in a career like non-partisan policy analysis?
I am a 15 year old and I enjoy researching in my down time and a drive to solve world issues. In my recent dive into future careers, I found out about a policy analyst career, which I found interesting and, perhaps, too good to be true. I would like to ask professionals about the positives and negatives of getting into non-partisan analysis, which path is best for both my interests in social/environmental issues, and what skills I might need to develop as a current 9th grader, going into 10th grade. A lot of details would be highly appreciated.
is it child psychogy is a good career?
is it child psychology a good career and what you recomend to do?
What I need to do to become a child psychologist?
what I need to do in high school to be a child psychology?
What are the best internships, volunteer opportunities, or experiences as an incoming psychology major who wants to become a mental health counselor?
I am a high school senior who is going to be attending UNCW in the fall. I want to work with children in my field of study to help them live better lives and learn valuable life skills.
What school/program should I look into for my Master's?
Hello everyone, I am currently entering my final year of undergrad as a Computer Engineering Student and looking to hard pivot from my major post-grad. After getting some hands on experience in the space and exploring courses through my university, I've found a personal love for Clinical Psychology, as such, I'd like to pursue a master's degree in that. Does anyone have any suggestions on schools/programs I should look into?
How do I get into the mentality of preparing myself for my freshman year of college? #Spring26
I am a senior in high school and currently unmotivated to do my work. How do I bounce back onto track in college?
What was the best motivation in college?
I'm a senior in high school and I want to improve my study-related habits by the time I'm in college, and I'm nervous about the change. Please share tips and stories about study motivation, as well as mental health related drive to get me through! #Spring26?
Where can I get a foundation in starting my career as a substance abuse/addictions counselor? #spring26
After being in recovery for addiction myself and now have a good footing recovery foundation, I would like to become a counselor. Any help is appreciated! #spring26
How do nurses who experienced caregiving or loss at a young age let those experiences shape the way they care for patients, and how do they stay emotionally strong without becoming overwhelmed? #Spring26
I’m 25 and pursuing a vocational program to become an LVN. My path into nursing was shaped by taking on caregiving responsibilities early in life and experiencing loss, which showed me how important compassionate care is. I’m interested in patient care and want to learn how nurses handle the emotional demands of the job while continuing to show up for their patients.
As a teacher how do you manage you mental health between your classroom and personal life?
Tips on preventing burnout
What Degrees or Education would be necessary for a Career in Art Therapy?
I am in my sophomore year of college, and I am majoring in family and child psychology while minoring in studio arts. I'm not sure what further education is required to become an Art therapist and was wondering if there are other qualifications needed?
How can you practice music therapy outside of the US? #spring26
#spring26 I am interested in practicing in South America, any advice or recommendations is appreciated!
What steps can I take during college to gain the right connections, experiences, and skills that will help me successfully become a forensic psychologist working with juveniles in the justice system, and how can I make sure I stand out when applying for internships or graduate programs in that field?
I'm currently in my first year of college, a sophomore at Kennesaw State University. I am pursuing psychology and plan to go into forensic psychology, specifically working with juveniles in the justice system. I'm very interested in understanding mental health, human behavior, how environmental factors like family structure and socioeconomic status, and trauma impact decision-making and development. My favorite areas of interest include criminal justice and developmental psychology. I want to develop skills in communication, research, and working with at-risk youths. Outside of academics, I am still interested in learning more about mentorship programs or internships in mental health settings. any opportunity that involves working directly with the youth or within community organizations I am still exploring the best paths to reach my career goals, and I appreciate advice on how to gain relevant experience early in college and prepare for graduate school in this field.
Does anyone have advice on pursuing, balancing, and combining double majors in two very different academic spectrums such as Chemistry and Theatre?
I’m very interested in both the arts and science, and wish to pursue both in college. I’m concerned on what this will mean in course load, and future career planning.
What kind of skills should I start honing in on now in order to be successful in the career of forensic psychology? #Spring26
Currnently a sophomore in college
As a nurse or any healthcare professional, is it bittersweet when patients you've built good relationships with get better and leave, knowing you probably won't ever see them again? If so, how do you deal with it?
On a hospital tour with my high school's health science department, one of the nurses leading the tour said it was bittersweet to watch patients go. Is this something I should be concerned about experiencing as an aspiring nurse?
What skills have helped you be successful as a therapist?
I'm thinking of becoming a therapist, specifically teen/youth therapy, and I was wondering if there are any specific skills that have helped you. Have you learnt these skills over time? Or are they skills that you seemed to have innately?
What can I put on my resume as a 10th grader in order to become a therapist.
What can I put on my resume as a 10th grader in order to become a therapist.
how to make a resume as a 10th grader interested in being a therapist ?
how to make a resume as a 10th grader interested in being a therapist?#
What experiences and skills are most important to develop as an undergraduate psychology student if I want to become an effective therapist working with both children and adults?#Spring26
I am currently a undergraduate student studying psychology with a minor in social work. I am pursuing a career as a counselor and plan to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Michigan.
Is it difficult to manage burnout when working in high-stress environments such as the ER or other critical care centers What is the most crucial aspect of supporting your personal health while simultaneously caring for others? #Fall26?
What are common non-negotiable practices for registered nurses to manage their own mental and physical health both on and off the clock?
how do stay mentally positive through physcial therapy after a season ending injury??
I recently suffered a broken tibia and had to get surgery, I feel like the hardest part is not the surgery but it's the proccess of getting back.
what can i do to become more productive for my future goals
what can i do to become more productive for my future goals
Whats the best college to go to, to become a counselor ?
What college should be the best to go to, to become a counselor so I can be a really good counselor
For any post or current therapists what was the hardest and easiest part of the career?
Hello, my name is Sofia I’m a 7th grader in middle school. I am debating whether or not I should pursue the career of being a child therapist. What are some hardships that come along with this career path. Please share some pros and cons.
How do I become less of an introvert and become more confident with myself?
Hi, I have been socially awkward for a long time and I am tired of it. I want to be more confident and if there is any advice on to help. It would mean alot!
how much money could you earn to be a therapist and how long does it take to be one but as well as is it hard ?
is the process as long as a doctor and is it expensive
what roles are available for psychology majors interested in combining spiritual traditions, like Nepsis, with modern therapy?
Im interested in studying specifically Eastern Orthodox psychotherapy, and how modern psychology compares or in contrast with the Neptic tradition. notable figures from the Neptic monastic tradition you may have heard of are evagrius ponticus, john cassian, Paisios of Mount Athos, Gregory paalmas, ect (usually much more popular in eastern mysticism). this has been a profound interest in matters concerning majors and college life, and i would love to get anyone's perspective, or if you havent heard of the Neptic Fathers, what was the reaction from researching them?
What job can I get as an 18 year old who is currently taking my gap year interested in mental health? I want to get experience in the mental health field.
I want to be a psychologist in the future. I can’t seem to find anything near me or have many ideas of what I could do. I’m interested in general mental health and mental health for those with OCD. Any ideas of where to start?