Dr. Ray Finn
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Should I go into clinical or criminal psychiatry?
Both careers seem extremely fascinating to me but I am unsure which one I would like to pursue.
How difficult is it to keep yourself from becoming emotionally drained as a psychologist?
I have always been an empath, and I love nothing more than to talk people through their problems and help in any way I can. Sometimes, though, I find myself almost "absorbing" the negative emotions and energies in the people I'm talking with. I want to become a professional psychologist, most...
Should I go for a B.A. or B.S. in psychology?
I would like to be a clinical psychologist but I'm not sure which degree would be best for me. #psychology #clinical-psychology
What’s the latest and greatest book you’ve read related to mental health, psychology or psychotherapy?
I am always looking for more educational material to read and learn from. These topics in particular are what I am interested in going into as far as careers go. #psychology #career-advice #mental-health #psychotherapy #books
How to stay awake?
Junior year is fast approaching, and I've been having trouble with sleep. Not getting to sleep, no, but waking up. During the school year in particular, if I am tired I will drop dead asleep. No exceptions. This often leaves work unfinished and/or causes lateness the following morning. How do I...
What are the different types of careers for areas in psychology? Why are people interested in these jobs?
I'm super interested in psych. And I just want to know what a normal day is as a psychologist or any other career. #psychology #clinical-psychology #psychotherapy #cognitive-psychology
How did you find a job in the field of psyhology after your first years in college?
As jobs in psychology are becoming more popular, it seems difficult to to actually find them. #clinical-psychology #psy
How do psychologist go about treating patients without it affecting themselves in the process?
As I want to become a clinical psychologists I wonder how people in this field keep themselves from being equally affected by a patient or research they are conducting. #psychology #clinical-psychology
What steps should be taken to create a successful non profit organization?
I want to start a non profit organization for student mental health after I graduate from college, but I'm not sure that there is a clear path for that. Does anyone have any advice?
What majors/minors should I pursue if I want to become a Psychiatrist?
I would like to become a psychiatrist to work with people and the brain, but also to be in the medical field. I am planning on majoring in psychology, but wondering if I should major in pre-med or neurobiology or anything like that. #pre-med #clinical-psychology #psychiatry #psychiatrists
What is the most benificial college for a psychology degree? Also, what degree is the most benificial?
I'm trying to choose a degree in psychology. I am not sure if it would be better to get a higher degree and do more schooling or just an average degree with less schoolling. Also, I am not sure what college would be the best for this degree. I've heard a lot of good news with Wisconsin and...
I am pursuing a major in psychology this fall, what would be a wise minor to get along with a psychology major?
I understand that it is difficult to get a good career in psychology without at least master's degree (even doctorate, PhD, or PsyD). I want to make myself employable while I am in the progress of getting one of those higher degrees in psychology. I want to minor in something else, so I have...
I have heard it is hard to get a job as a clinical psychologist, is that true?
I want to become a clinical psychologist but I don't want to not have any possible jobs in the future. #college #psychology #job-search #clinical-psychology #child-psychology
What careers are good that involve psychology?
I am mainly looking at going for counseling but I want to look more at the different careers that involve psychology. #counseling #clinical-psychology #psychologist
Is there better job security for secular counselors than there is for Christian counselors?
I want to be a counselor, but I am unsure of which route to take that will be more beneficial. #psychology #counselor #counseling #clinical-psychology #life-coach #counseling-psychology #mental-health-counseling #family-counseling
Why did you pick your field of psychological study?
I recently took a class on different types of psychotherapy and it had me wondering why people decide on what psychological path is best for them. #doctor #psychology #therapy #clinical-psychology
How competitive is the feild of psychology.
I want to know I the psychology score of schools really matter. #clinical-psychology #psychiatry #social-psychology #child-psychology #forensic-psychology #school-psychology #moral-psychology
What type of work would a person who has a Clinical Psychology Degree be doing?
I am interested in majoring in Psychology but I am not sure if I want to do Psychology, General or a more specific branch such a Growth and Development or Clinical #psychology #clinical-psychology #therapists #social-psychology #child-psychology #school-psychology #moral-psychology
Is getting a Doctorate in Psychology the best way to make more money and be able to get more jobs in that field?
I am going to be a freshman in college this fall and I plan on majoring in Psychology but I want to plan a little more of my future out to have a goal on what I need to do to have the highest achievement. I know I am going for a Master's but is a Doctorate worth it? #college #psychology...
With my growing interest in counselling, and psychology being a broad major, in what area I should focus my attention when choosing a related minor?
I have grown an immense interest in this major as I have always been a very reserved and quiet person, sort of a people watcher from time to time and its something that I feel I would excel at. I have every intention of finishing with a doctorate and applying my knowledge to my career path and...
As an incoming undergrad who plans to major in psychology for clinical and counselling purposes, is it worth the time and the effort? Are there ample job opportunities in this profession?
I am extremely excited to start school and want to know if this is the path I should be heading down if i am looking for a career that i can find success in. #psychology #clinical-psychology #counselling
What does an internship in the clinical psychology field involve?
By involve, I mean what would my daily tasks be, what I could learn from the experience, etc. #psychology #clinical-psychology
How can you combine clinical psychology with women's studies?
Hi my name is Bryanna and I am a senior in High School. Every since I was younger I have always been called the "mother" of my groups of friends because I take care of everyone and make sure they are all happy and feeling good. Little did I know I actually enjoyed the feeling of knowing that I...
Is there any way to combine traveling with being a clinical psychologist ?
I am a senior that recently got accepted into Scripps College under Early Decision. I have a passion for traveling and learning languages, but I am also extremely interested in studying psychology and becoming a clinical psychologist. I am unsure if it is possible to combine traveling and...