Career Questions tagged Mentalhealth

What are good places to start looking into being a therapist and what are things I can do to start preparing to take this career path in high school?
I am a sophomore in high school and I am interested in becoming a therapist, but don't know exactly where to start research or how to become prepared. Thank you!

Should I become a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or a Clinical Psychologist?
I'm interested in mental health. At first I was set on being an adolescent psychologist, but then I saw mental health nurses practitioner. To become a mental health nurses practitioner, there's less school required (only masters) and it pays equal (if not more than) a clinical psychologist's...

Does your workplace value your mental health?
It might be a silly question but I'm genuinely curious about people's prospect. This is all because you're replaceable once you're 6 ft under so why not take care of your mental health?


What can I be doing right now to build my resume for mental health field employers?
I know that I want to go into the mental health field, but due to confidentiality issues, I see that I may not be able to job shadow. What else can I be doing now other than school? #career #mentalhealth #opportunity

Hello, my name is Angel and I am currently seeking a job and work experience in the mental health department or any department where i help and interact with people.
I'm in my first year of university, studying Bachelor of Arts. I am passionate about mental health and helping people become better versions of themselves. I aspire to help people and ensure those I come in contact with are in a better place emotionally, mentally and spiritually. I'd love to...



What are good classes to take in high school and college that are useful if you are thinking about becoming a shrink?
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What's the best major/career for me?
I have been trying to find a major/career that suits me for a while, but nothing seems to stick because I have so many interests. I recently graduated from Clayton State University with my Associate of Arts in Integrative Studies and I will be graduating from high school in May. I plan to...

If i wanna be a mental health counselor does it affect my mental health in anyway or has it affected you in any way being a counselor?
Im in highschool. Im in the 11th grade. #mental-health-counseling #counselor #mental-health #health #mentalhealth

What is it like being a therapist? How long do you have to be in school? Can I do a trade?
I'm curious in knowing about what the schedule of a therapist looks like. #children #psychology #therapist #therapy #hospital #mentalhealth

The best way to become a Psychological Well-Being Practitioner
I am a student studying Psychology (Counselling and Mental Health) at Southampton Solent University, aspiring initially to become a Psychological Well-Being Practitioner #psychology #health #mentalhealth #student

What part(s) of the year or season(s) are the hardest or easiest to work in?
As with everything, seasons and year times change people and things happen. Knowing these two things would really help me out. #counselor #mentalhealth #job #college #psychology #career #career-choice

What would say are the hardest parts of your job?
Knowing the challenges one may face going into this career will definitely help me make a decision. #counselor #job #mentalhealth #career #career-counseling #career-choice

What are the best/most fulfilling parts of your job?
Knowing the good that can come from a job in this profession would really help me to understand if I’m up for the challenge. #counselor #mentalhealth #psychology #career #career-counseling

Best colleges/schools in Texas for becoming a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner
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Whats the most stressful/challenging part of being a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner
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Most enjoyable part of being a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner
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What do the hours and days of working look like for mental health nurse practitioner?
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How does a typical work day look like for a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner?
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How many years overall to become a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner?
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Average salary for a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner
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Are there any scholarships or grants that cover my mental health services fees?
I suffer from acute anxiety and I would love to keep my current therapist to help me with the transition from being a full time worker to being a full time student. I'd like to know if there is any money available to cover this necessary service. #mentalhealth #anxiety #undocumented

How to succeed in medical school
I am planning on attending medical school but have heard that it can be mentally and emotionally draining. What is the best advice for not only doing well academically but also being mentally healthy in medical school?
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What job opportunities/prospects and environments are available to someone with a Bachelor's of Science in Applied Psychology?
I know that I could probably work in a hospital, or a therapist's/psychologist's office. I would like to know if there are any jobs where I would be mobile or could make housecalls or videochat with patients who cannot make it to an office building or perhaps are in another country? (There...

What do I need to become a psychologist or mental health professional?
I want to know what kind of degree is needed to become a psychologist. I have searched the internet for answers to this quite a few times, and the answers range anywhere from a 4 - year Bachelor's degree to a M.A. or even a PhD. I would also like to know what kind of degree is generally...

Working a job can be stressful, what do you think are important aspects of self-care.
I believe I can speak for a lot of people in that people my age believe that there will be no jobs in the market by the time we graduate. It's probable that recent graduates may have to work in a job outside of the field they studied in while they look for a job in the field they want. What do...

Ways to cope with anxiety in college?
I struggle a lot with anxiety in school, especially when I get stressed out. It's been so bad my junior year that I had to drop a lot of extra-curriculars and one of my harder classes. Although it's been slowly getting better, I'm very concerned about the toll it will take on me once I hit...