THE TRUTH ABOUT BEING A THERAPIST || Pros and cons of WORKING as a mental health counselor

Exploring the Pros and Cons of Being a Therapist

Are you considering a career in therapy? In this video, we delve into the world of therapy and discuss the various pros and cons of being a therapist.

Being a therapist, counselor or social worker can be incredibly rewarding. You have the opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives, helping them navigate through challenges, overcome obstacles, and achieve personal growth. The sense of fulfillment that comes from witnessing your clients' progress is truly unparalleled.

On the flip side, being a therapist also comes with its challenges. It requires a significant investment of time, energy, and emotional resources. Dealing with clients' trauma and emotional struggles can take a toll on your own well-being if you're not careful about self-care and boundary setting.

In this video, we'll explore both the advantages and disadvantages of being a therapist, drawing from my personal experience.

Whether you're a budding therapist or simply curious about the profession, this video aims to provide valuable insights into what it's like to work in the world of therapy.

Topics covered in this video:

The rewards of helping others achieve mental wellness
The emotional challenges and burnout risks therapists may face
Strategies for self-care and maintaining a healthy work-life balance
The diverse career paths available within the field of therapy
Tips for aspiring therapists on how to navigate the ups and downs of this fulfilling profession
Join us as we explore the multifaceted nature of being a therapist and gain a deeper understanding of the joys and complexities that come with this meaningful career path.

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Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
2:15 Pros
10:00 Cons
17:00 Outro

[relaxin]

You should be a guided meditation voice over. Your voice is really relaxing :) Therapist in training here, all the way from Australia!

[Jcnfia]

I'm sorry to say that oftentimes the nursing field is not an exception to low pay, I was making $28/hr and even the most experienced and valued nurses will have their pay capped at 80k/year (at least in most hospital settings). Thank you for this video, I'd love to hear more about happiness research.

EDIT: I should clarify that by low pay I mean in correlation to the work and stress that comes with the job

[silverdoren]

I am thinking about pursuing therapy as a career, and your con about needing to draw boundaries around your practice, particularly in real life settings, makes a lot of sense. It seems like ya'll are trained to do specific work in specific settings based on information shared in confidence, which I hear are all critical for therapy to be effective. Thanks for sharing, your channel is informing and aiding in my decision making!

[savannahhuggins]

I would love to hear more about happiness research!

[jspeaks]

Hi! New subscriber! I have been binging your videos and really enjoying the information you’re sharing! Could you please speak about how you go about being fully remote as far as using an address to promote your business. I hope that makes sense! I would not want to use my home address if I was fully remote but I know you need an address for business purposes. I know that may be different in different states. Any guidance on this will be helpful. Thank you!

[MiguelAChavez]

Really been thinking about going down this journey for years and I’m finally at the point to start making moves. Have you done any videos on finding the right program to do a masters in? Did you do yours online? If so any recommendations for online programs?

Thank you! Glad I found this channel

[seandaley]

@allysapowers Hi Allyssa! I have a bachelor's in Psych and always wanted to be a therapist. But life took me on a different path. I have many years of ESL teaching experience, then got an MBA and have been in the business world in HR for 20 years. As I eye the last half of my work-life and "semi-retirement", I am once again strongly considering going back to school part time, and becoming a therapist by age 56-58! I am currently 52. I love all the pros you mentioned and that's why I want to do it. But the investment is big. But, I can see myself doing this kind of work on a part-time basis well past the age of 65 or 70. Does this even sound possible, or viable? Have you ever heard of such a late career change? Thank you!

[anissamarin]

How do you get clients if you’re working on your own?

[our.secret]

How long did grad school take you? Is there any way to accelerate it? I’m already 25 and want to start a family but am just starting out 😢

[xxladybug]

What were the biggest challenges starting your private practice?