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What should I do for my family and myself?
My job is web developer but I am not interested in it.
I don't know how to do for the future.
Why is it so? I think it's because I am not good at it.
And the important thing is that I have a chance to change my job.
What were some of the deciding factors between selecting a PhD in Clinical Psychology versus a PsyD in Clinical Psychology, vice versa?
I currently have a bachelor's degree in psychology, and will be attending a graduate program in the Fall to obtain my masters in psychological research. I have juggled the ideas of both a PsyD and PhD, and wanted to know if anyone else has had this same debate and what were some factors that...
What advice would you give a student that has a background in education who is pursing a graduate degree in clinical mental health?
school and career advice
What advice would you give to an aspiring alternative medicine mental health practitioner that is planning on opening their own practice upon graduation in the next couple of years?
What advice would you give to an aspiring alternative medicine mental health practitioner that is planning on opening their own practice upon graduation in the next couple of years?
How can I use my current work experience and Operation Management & Consulting course work to find a full-time position before graduating?
I am a 26 year old student pursuing a BA in Operation Management & Consulting and I am trying to find an entry level full time position in careers such as program management, CSR, consulting, or talent management. I have 8 years of experience in data entry and claims management that has...
What challenges did you experience when you began counseling?
I am a graduating senior and interested in pursuing a major in counseling, but I am concerned about the challenges I will face if I become a counselor.
How can I work towards my own psychiatry practice? Is it a good career goal?
I am an undergraduate psychology student and I want to become a psychiatrist. How realistic is it to work towards establishing my own practice, and what would that process look like? I am also curious if I would be able to have a psychiatry practice, and research neuroscience. I have big...
What are some career options in psychology that don’t require a master’s or PhD, and what do those jobs actually look like day-to-day?
I’m currently an online psychology major and really interested in mental health and helping others, but I’m not sure if grad school is the right path for me. I want to explore careers I can do with just a bachelor’s degree that still feel meaningful and impactful. I’d love to hear from people...
What to do when you don't really know what you wanna do?
What to do when you don't really know what you wanna do?
What is the difference between autism spectrum disorder with intellectual impairment vs autism spectrum disorder comorbid with intellectual disability? Are they the same?
I am a high school senior planning to study psychology and and facinated by ASD. I would like to understand the difference between these two specifiers.
What is the most challenging part of opening a private practice as a psychotherapist?
How long did it take you to open a private practice after receiving your counseling license? What were the easiest and most difficult parts of the process? I am beginning a counseling graduate program in the fall and have a goal to open a private practice in New York. Can you move states easily...
What classes/summer internships can I apply to as a high school student if I'm interested in majoring in business?
I'm currently a sophomore in high school and interested in a career in business. But I don't have much experience in the field of business, but am open to new opportunities like summer camps and internships. What are some high school class pathways I can take? my favorite classes are spanish,...
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 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...
For those who have entered the professional world as therapists/counselors, have you had a particularly difficult time managing your empathic side when faced with clients' emotions #Spring25?
I cry at the drop of a hat but have heard that training/educational courses help manage this. I wonder at my effectiveness if I have a hard time separating my emotions from those I might counsel.