Career questions tagged mentalhealth
How do the dynamics of working as a counselor in a public-school setting affect relationships with students and families?
I am a current college student that is majoring in psychology working toward becoming a counselor. I am interested in knowing more about working with the Youth in America. How can I better reach the youth that are struggling? What career path would best give them access to a trained counselor? #Fall25
#Fall25 Have you felt that your career aspirations were impossible for you? And what did you do anyways to reach it?
I’m currently a undergrad at Kean University in my last year. I have been feeling under prepared for when it comes to experience towards furthering my career. My dream is to become a Psychologist Md PhD. Most of my college years I focused on jobs that help me pay my bills instead of experience in the psych world. I’m starting now but I feel like I started too late or fell behind. I’m actively looking for entry level jobs of behavioral and metal health but don’t even know where to look or how to start or if I’m going to the correct places. #Fall25
How to let go after submitting college applications?
How do I let go after submitting my college applications? I'm so stressed about them but there's nothing left to do except apply to scholarships (most of which should be need based from the actual school I choose). There's nothing left to worry about but I'm more stressed than when I was applying.
I have always struggled with motivation- my earlier life was a struggle. But now, on my way to college, I'm worried about losing motivation and not being able to become the best version of myself. Between feeling homesick, seasonal depression, my own mental illness, and making friends, I'm worried that I might lose motivation and struggle in my classes. What are some tips and habits that can help me do all of my educational work while still being social enough to make friends and join communities Does anyone else struggle with this? What works for you guys? Thank you so much! #Fall25?
I have always struggled with motivation- my earlier life was a struggle. But now, on my way to college, I'm worried about losing motivation and not being able to become the best version of myself. Between feeling homesick, seasonal depression, my own mental illness, and making friends, I'm worried that I might lose motivation and struggle in my classes. What are some tips and habits that can help me do all of my educational work while still being social enough to make friends and join communities? Does anyone else struggle with this? What works for you guys? Thank you so much! #Fall25
What should I do to learn more about mental health and the careers related to it?
I'm a college freshman and I want to go into the mental health field but I'm not sure what path to take to learn more about the mental health part of psychology. I'm not sure if I should go into social work to learn about working with people, or if there is another path I can take to learn more about mental health and the careers that come with it. Thank you for your help, I really appreciate it!
How does being a forensic psychologists affect themselves and society?
Doing a research project, answer's would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
What are some good volunteering opportunities for a sophomore in high school related to the arts, communication, education, mental health, or anything similar? Online preferred.
Hello, I wanted to know if there's any volunteering I can do consistently/routinely that is meaningful and would stand out in college apps? Thank you!
What are some things you wish you knew or would have done in graduate school?
What are some things you wish you knew or would have done when in graduate school (specifically mental health counseling degrees)? I am about to enter a graduate program for mental health counseling and I am stressed about everything that is to come (financial aid, loan repayment, managing time between school or personal life, etc). I eventually want to become an animal-assisted therapist focusing on work with veterans. Any recommendations or tips would be helpful! #Spring25
How often does a clinical psychologist do psychotherapy compared to assessements of mental health disorders? Does it depend on the job? #Spring25
I am an incoming freshman to James Madison University and would like to know early on what to expect after graduate school. Any help is appreciated!
What is some of the best advice you have received?
I am a graduate student who has just began their program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This has been a dream of mine for a long time, but it is a complete career shift!
What advice do you have for an incoming Clinical Mental Health grad student?
I am a 24 yo F that will be attending SMU this Fall to pursue a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am interested in working with adolescents and/or adults, but am having a hard time narrowing it down. I would love to receive advice about grad school, navigating practicum/internships, and what it's like being an LPC-A after graduation. #Spring25
What is the most challenging part about being a clinical psychologist?
I am 20 years old and getting closer to graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I am having trouble with choosing one specific field to enter, but I am leaning more towards clinical psychology. Need some advice!
What inner wounds must a person confront and heal within themselves in order to truly hold space for the healing of others in a career devoted to social work and counseling??
I've learned in my social work class and from friends who work in the field, that self-care is extremely important in preventing burnout, as well as maintaining a healthy and unbiased relationship with the patients and clients they work with. Would love to get more insight on others' experience with treatment for their own personal issues while working in the field.
What is the preparation for becoming a Mental Health Therapist?
What classes should you take in high school to prepare you for a Mental Health Therapist?
What is the best way to go about becoming a recovery support specialist?
I am already a CPRSS , I have personal experience with the psychiatric part but i have never had a drug & alcohol addiction situation. I want to well rounded in both aspects
Does your workplace offer enough support for mental health and well-being, cardiologists?
Please tell me how and share a personal story if possible.
What kinds of jobs should I search for, as a recent graduate with a Bachelors in Psychology aiming to build my application for a Masters in Mental Health Counseling or Clinical Psychology?
I am applying to graduate school later this year, so will be taking a year/year and a half off between undergrad and grad school. In that time, I’d like to do something relevant and helpful for my future goals of being a counselor/therapist.
What suicide hotlines can a 16(soon 17) year old join ?
What suicide hotlines can I join as a 16 year old? (Turning 17 in late-march) I am bilingual, I speak both french and english. This expands my reach of possible organisations out to canada (that being said, I'd personally want to avoid France because I'm rather disconnected from french/european culture as an American migrant). I know that there are some organisations out there that do provide opportunities for 16 year olds. After a ton of searching(like a month worth), I have only found 2 that I can actually join: https://samaritanshope.org/our-services/hey-sam/volunteer-with-hey-sam/ https://calyouth.org/ I have applied to both but I'd still like to apply to more just in case. Every organisation out there either doesn't accept 16 year olds, or doesn't provide online tutoring/work. It has been so incredibly unsatisfying to find an organisation that had a low minimum age bar yet was located on the other side of the US. If it helps, I live in San Fransisco. So the only possibilities are: 1. Organisation that's very close to SF and does accept people of my age(I looked through all of them as far as I know) 2. Organisation that offers online training and work for people of my age either in US or Canada(More likely)
Which career has the most mental health problems?
I want to eliminate depression prone careers
Does being a psychologist affect your mental health?
I am curious to know different people's experience with their mental health working as a psychologist.
What are the day-to-day responsibilities of a psychiatric PA?
Hello, I am a college student trying to figure my future career. I was wondering if someone could provide some insight on this role.
How to navigate the unfamiliar and demanding nature of counseling school age children without falling apart?
Hi there, I am currently completing my second/last internship for my Master's in Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy. My internship last year was with adults with acute and chronic mental illness. This year, I landed a last-minute placement with a nonprofit organization that places graduate Interns in schools. I am placed at an elementary school as a school counselor, however, I have never worked with school-age children in any capacity. I have a brief experience as a preschool assistant and have taken multiple developmental psych classes. The nature of the internship is going to be very hands-off (me doing everything from ground zero) from asking for consent forms to pulling students out of classrooms for a session which is putting me in a vulnerable place. I am not a very assertive individual. How to navigate the unfamiliar and demanding nature of this new experience without falling apart? P.S. I am expected to begin next week. Thank you!
What was the hardest thing about becoming a psychiatric nurse?
I'm a current Job Corp student and would love to understand this field better. If you have other info on this field, please let me know.
How can I be more open to socializing with social anxiety ?
How can I be more open to socializing with social anxiety?
What jobs can I work on that will help me get into and prepare for mental health counseling or clinical psychology graduate school?
I have a bachelor's degree in sociology and I'm looking for a mental health or psychology-related entry-level job where I can learn and that will help me have a better chance at getting into grad school. I am particularly interested in counseling psychology, talk therapy. I see a lot of behavioral technician jobs around, not a lot of mental health technician jobs. What would someone in the field suggest?
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?
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 is the number one way to pass your college classes?
yep this is really stupid now that I am done
What makes you financially ready?
Im really big on saving and I would like to know what amount of money is enough
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.