Good video w/great points! I was 40 when I started my MFT program and I almost let my age discourage me. What I didn’t realize is that so many people have made counseling their 2nd career so 95% of the people I’ve met in this field are 35 & up and just getting started. There is money to be made, you just need to network with the right people
This is super encouraging. Thank you! I'm stepping into my 30s and feeling like I'm already late...keep trying to remind myself there's no right or wrong timeline.
I just finished my first semester of grad school for counseling (MFT emphasis)…TIME MANAGEMENT is an understatement lol as a mom of two (toddler and infant) and working full time, people have no idea when I say I have NO extra time…I’m doing homework EVERY SINGLE DAY during the semester. I wouldn’t be surprised if I have to quit my job before internship starts. But counseling is what I’m called to do so it’s worth the sacrifice.
I’ll apply you on your journey. I’ve definitely had a lot of classmates and friends who were in the same situation. Some even had to quit work or take a semester off. I would just say pace yourself!!! It’ll be over before you know it
54 years old also. Left the post office in 2022 after 29 years, and I also had 4 military. Would have retired in 2022 with full benefits. I am starting my master's degree program on January 8 2024. I'm nervous but very excited. Thanks for the video!!!
This was definitely one of the better videos that I’ve seen. I know that I will carry these words through all of my academic journey. I especially want to thank you for reminding me that this is a time to be prepared, but not afraid.
Thank you so much for this video. Im a 44 year old mom of 5 finishing the last semester of my Bachelor's degree. You just calmed my nerves A LOT, especially mentioning all the different ages. I hear about therapists with imposter syndrome. I feel like I have imposter syndrome just being an older student. 😅
Great video. It’s encouraging to see another black man in mental health counseling. I’ve been thinking about switching to msw because of the lucrative opportunities what I’ve been told. Thus video makes me to stay where I’m am now mental health counseling
Im just seeing this channel today. I'm headed into Internship 2 for my CMHC MA program. It is a growth process. I'm part of a cohort but I can't say we're pals. I'm considering PHD counseling ED and Supervision after graduation. It's good to see another Brother in the mix!
You are a great speaker! I am finishing my bachelors in psychology this month and beginning a CMHC program in October. Your video was so motivating and reassuring. Thank you soooo much! ❤️
Hi! I’m 22 and I just started the program last week. I was worried because I graduated college last semester and I do not have any work experience. But thank you for your encouraging words!! I will come back to this video every time I feel anxious! Also, I love “Don’t go through the program, let the program go through you.” That’s something I’ll keep in mind. Thanks!
@@andrewc5476 Hi! yes, mine was a group interview, There were 3 other interviewees and 2 professors. Are you asking about the questions that were asked? I was asked about 6-7 questions and the interview was a little over an hour. Questions were something like “Why did you choose this program at this University out of other available choices?” “What is your weakness and what are you doing to work on it?” “What is your coping mechanism when you’re stressed.” And some were questions with specific scenarios, something like: “If your client has a different world view, how would you approach this client?” Although not exactly worded like this. Hope this helped!
@@andrewc5476 Yes I did get stuck on a question! I let 2 other people answer first so I get an idea of what to say. My hands were literally shaking 😅 but my interview was on zoom so luckily they didn’t see me shaking. For a question (I can’t remember which) I was too nervous I couldn’t fully process what was being asked. So listen to other people first if you ever feel unsure of what to say!
Thank you so much for this video, I was feeling overwhelmed by just the thought of going back to school! I know that this is something that I'm passionate about, so it will all be worth it. Thank you!!
Great video! Thank you very much. I have one more year left in my Bachelor's in Psychology and honestly....its pretty easy for me. Of course, I am 53 and its an online program so that may be a factor. I definitely plan on going straight into a Master's Program (God Willing).
Nice to see this perspective from another black male. I just moved to Houston, TX from Charlotte, NC and got accepted to two masters in clinical mental health programs out here. So many people have been trying to talk me out of doing the program (to do a MBA instead) and the mental health field in general, but I’m still doing it lol. I gotta connect with you on Instagram.
Thank you so much for this uplifting and informative video! I've wanted to be a therapist or counselor all my life and have been letting fear/doubt get the best of me. I finished my BS in psych last year and am starting to look at masters programs...now it's mostly a matter of deciding between LPC or LMFT + cost of each.
Thank you for this information. Just got accepted to a master's degree program. I will have to take out some loans, but my bachelors was paid for by the military.
Thank you for this video! Finishing up my 1st semester and wanted to see other's viewpoints. Def helped and I had a few laughs with your comments (all true so far:-)...win, win! Lol
I just got accepted to Antioch University's CMHC probably! This was a great intro to what to expect - thanks for bringing your energy into the conversation!
I’m from NC as well.I’m nervous. I start on the 21 th of August. I know what it’s like from the client side, but not the therapist side. It’ll be different for me. Thank you for this video.
Considering this as a career shift. I've been told by some folks that if you compare a well respected school to a joe shmow school, you lose out 10 outta 10 times... Is that a regional perspective?
@@ysbeats1 I was literally searching for day in the life of a CMHC graduate and you popped up! I’m so proud of you 🥹. I swear we used to talk about what we were gonna do and now we are doing it. 🙏
Hi, thank you for the video, it is very encouraging. I just started my program. Could talk about grants? How to obtain, where to find them and qualifications. Regards 😊
Hey my man, I'm from india, if I join for MS counselling psy, i need to spec 2 years for masters and 2 years for post master intern ship in order to get licencing. That time my F1 OPT will over, is there any way to get H1 visa on intern ship?
I’m very confused right now coz i don’t know which course i have to choose I’m stuck between rehabilitation counselling and public heath plz suggest me and what the salary and job type plz
My bad I'm just seeing your comment. 1) There are different ways to become a therapist i.e., LPC, LCSW, PSYD, LCAS. 2) Think about your dream population you want to work & how you can capitalize on the opportunity to bring your services to them. 3) Don't pay over the top for any program $$$$, find a quality program with affordable prices
Hello, do you have social media or an email? I’m about to graduate with my MA in psych and I’m interested in clinical mental health and wanted a little more information.
