Career questions tagged mental-health-counseling
What's the one simple habit that enhances all aspects of life?
I mean how does adopting that one habit positively impact mental, physical, and financial well-being?
What is the difference between Psychology and Psychiatry and how can this difference be a deciding factor in my career?
I'm interested in the mental health aspect of people and I really like listening to people and helping them. To my knowledge, both of these studies deal with helping people and their mental issues however I want to know which one is really about listening, giving advice, and being there to help.
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 your daily routine as a mental health counselor, who do you work with in a day?
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How hard does it get to make decisions for your clients ?
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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
How do you help your mental health with a high stress job?
I am a sophomore in highschool and would like to know what is going to be my lifetime career!
What are some good clubs to join if you are a aspiring therapist (major in sociology)?
I am currently a sophomore in high school (private) that does not offer a lot for the studies I want to pursue. I am hoping to join clubs outside of my school (tri-state area) that focus around sociology, can anyone suggest any clubs for me to join?
How do I even begin to apply for scholarships and get help in college?
I want to be a mental health counselour when I get older and even reccomend ways to help others. I have no clue where to start. Where do I begin? What are some hacks to get alot out of scholorships and grants?
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.
What does a regular/average work day?
When you're a psychologist you help people with their mental health. How do you know when you've helped someone too much or you're just doing your job? I feel like the mental toll from being a psychologist would affect your own mental health greatly and I want to know how to balance the job and just being too nice. I'm in high school and this is one of the jobs I really want to do because I'm a very emotional person and I know what it's like to struggle with mental health.
How does a psychologist compare and contrast to a psychiatrist?
I do know the education requirements and salaries are different, but what about the actual tasks? Can they both diagnose mental disorders or is that only the job of one? Can psychiatrists offer talk therapy in addition to medication, or do they just prescribe the meds? Which would be more direct in helping people through their mental illnesses?
What are some good colleges (US) to look into in order to pursue a degree in psychology?
Psychology is extremely interesting to me and I think a career in the field could very well be a good fit for me. What are some colleges in the US that offer good psychology programs? Or are they all kind of the same difference? I want to have as much knowledge in the area as I can and actually learn about psychology and mental health.
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?
what are the different careers involved in mental health?
I'm interested in mental health and how the human brain works and would like to pursue a career related to those things
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?
how can i become an therapist?
I want to be a therapist for mental health and I want to be a person that does hair makeup and nails. I suffer from mental health and i want to help people with the same problems as me.
Is it difficult to become a Mental Health Counselor?
What training do I need to become a Mental Health Counselor?
How do I get into a college that is beneficial for me?
I want to go to a college that is academically exceptional of course, but I also want to make sure to focus on my mental health. How can I look for and find colleges that align with my needs for good self help resources and good education?
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.
How did you figure out that the mental health feild was right for you?
I keep going from really passionate about helping people with mental illness to scared that I won't like it as much as I think. What helped you make that choice?
What are the most effective strategies for seeking a position in this? field?
Mental Health Counselor?
What does a typical day look like on the job of a Mental Health Counselors??
Mental Health Counselor Questions?
How do you balance your own personal mental health while trying to help others as a physiologist?
I would prefer a physiologist answer this question but I'm always open to different opinions.
how can I find the right job for me?
I want to be a therapist for mental health and I want to be a person that does hair makeup and nails. I suffer from mental health and i want to help people with the same problems as me
What is the best way to help patients feel more comfortable opening up??
As someone who's seen a few psychologists growing up, I've noticed how difficult it is for psychologists to be able to help patients if the patients aren't comfortable or don't feel safe enough to want to be helped, or provide enough information to be able to be helped adequately enough
Why did you choose to become a Psychiatrist?
When I was 18 years old I attempted suicide and I want to help future generations by lowering the rate of teen suicide.
What's the proper major for someone who wants to own and run a daycare centered mental health ?
I want to work closely with newborns and babies, but I also love the idea of having my own psychology practice within my daycare. I'm not sure where to start.
how does assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders work?
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