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Niloofar598 views

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!

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What do I need to learn for psychology school ?

I need to go to school for psychology school

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Jedea434 views

What college courses are recommended for a Psychology major??

I am interested in child-psychology/social work but would like to work in underserved communities.

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Any good and affordable colleges abroad for a Masters in Psychology in English with scholarships and good stay-back policies?

I'm looking for something within the field of clinical or counselling Psychology

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How could I possibly shadow or contribute to my mentoring?

I have found a mentor that is a professor and a social worker with her own practice. When we first met we discussed things I could do, such as research and just asking questions in general, one of her suggestions was to shadow, but we were both concerned about the ethical dilemmas that would form as I am a highschool student although I do dual psychology classes at college which technically made me a college student. Many college students shadow professionals in the mental health field because they are studying that field, would this make it more acceptable if I were to shadow my mentor while obviously following HIPAA laws, ethical concerns, and getting the patients okay.

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Keelanya270 views

1. What steps would I have to take in order to get my certification to become a correction officer? 2. How should I go about studying for psychology?

1. Do I have to go through a academy like officers or can I take online classes to get a certain certificate? 2. Can I do my own reseach or should I go by the books when it comes to statistics and experimental psychology?

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Gift879 views

What is the subject requirement for someone who wants to go into career counseling as a career?

What is the subject requirement for someone who wants to go into career counseling as a career?

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Julissa365 views

Would it be smarter to pursue two master's?

I want to be a substance abuse counselor, and I've heard that I can get a masters in both psychology or social work. Would it be smarter to just get one of those or do both? If so am I able to do it at the same time?

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What is the best way to reach out to a professional and ask to shadow?

Being a sophomore in college majoring in Psychology, I've been told the limitations of the major. With that, I want to expand and learn more about what I can do in the future by reaching out to various professionals in the field of psychology or adjacent. How do I go about this? Those in the field, how did you take the first step in this direction?

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klhkgy752 views

what is the amigdala?

why does the amygdala control so much of the emotional aspects??

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Samantha3141 views

What are recommended schools that offer online programs for a masters in counseling?

Preferably seeking colleges that are highly accredited and easy to get scholarships for.

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em386 views

How do I get into psychology?

How do I get into psychology?

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kimberly943 views

how can music & video games impact one's mental health?

as a 16 year old highschool student, music & video games is a big part of my life. adults always say it’s a distraction or not a big deal/thing but it reality, it really means a lot & i just wish my mom understood.

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Jalyn459 views

Is psychology really worth it?

I'm debating whether I want to do psychology or anything with performing arts like dancing or producing and see what I have more interest in. I know these are two totally different career choices

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Miranda1430 views

What education do I need to be a psych technician ?

Hi I’m a student in Arizona and I am wondering what education I would need to be a psych technician. I find it really interesting and wanting to know what schooling I need to be a psych technician.

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Adilay559 views

Is psychology a financially secure career choice?

What kinds of careers in psychology, if any, might be more likely to have issues with financial security? Why?

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