This feels like a stupid question but it also feels like an impossibly difficult task for absolutely no reason. I’m trying to make a listen of clinical psychology masters programs and I’m struggling so bad to find schools that are just masters and not a dual masters phd program (which i’m not against just not what i’m looking for). There has to be an easier way. Help?

I teach health and wellness courses(focus on art as a medium of healing). I am not licensed or have a degree however I want to build and scale my business so I need to understand the science behind the methods I teach so I'm not fully ignorant. I want to pursue my degree in psychology because the data I'm finding Through my program is something I haven't seen (at least publicly.) I feel that it may have a huge societal impact in education reform as being in South Carolina the education rate is low. I would love some advice or to even send you some of my finding if anyone can both advise me on potential degree options as well as help to structure my research for a thesis.

I hope these facts helps you understand my situation

(I work with k-12 students and some kids with autism)

I don't have any degrees (at the age of 27 )

I am open to school but would love to expedite the process as much as possible

I want to know potential career options/internships types that would help my resume or CV

Hi, i’m recently changing my major to psych. I did want to be a psychiatrist, but the thought of med school scares me. and if i’m even smart enough for this shit. I really like listening and talking and giving advice, any way i can. i just wonder what exactly i should do. after my bachelors, id want my masters but i would also like to get a doctorate of some sort. idk idk. any advice would be appreciated.

I feel this way. I probably spent more time trying to wrestle my unresolved childhood issues than on actual coursework and really behaved like angry baby a lot of the times. Not like they aren’t used to it by other students or haven’t behaved that way themselves but man I wish I could have avoided it. But I couldn’t. I was always a good student but man the embarrassment id feel to have the same teacher for certain classes again 😅

Hi there, I'm currently working on my master's thesis and I am having a HUGE struggle to find the psychometric proprieties of the "Items Used to Assess Children’s Ability Beliefs and Subjective Task Values" from Wigfield & Eccles (2000). I have searched everywhere and I couldn't find them. Can someone help me, please?

Hi. I am currently starting to work with clients and I need tips for guidelines both assessments and therapy. I know about APA, but someone recommended some others in another thread, but I did not save it. Thank you! I am in CBT training, so CBT guidelines would be preferred.

Hi I’m a sophomore studying psychology and am hoping to eventually get my masters and (am open to even more but who knows) do counseling. I’m having a very difficult time finding things that would help build my resume that is actually relevant to psychology. There are potential research projects at my university that I can possibly try to apply to but my resume is very barren so not sure I’d be accepted, I’ve only really had one real job and that was just the summer before my freshman year at my college. I’m in a sorority and do volunteering somewhat related to the field but again very minimal! I was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions for how I should build? Any online programs/certifications that might help me (doesn’t even have to be psych related)?

Hi everyone, I studied clinical psychology, and I’m about to finish my thesis. I want to put something funny/hilarious in my acknowledgement (to distract people from any mistakes I could have made in my paper, just in case), preferably psychology students’ inside jokes, or anything amusing. Any second best idea? Save the best for your thesis.

Hey all, I am a student from a very humble village because of which it ain't possible for me to conduct offline research but I want to create a capstone project on the above-mentioned topic which won't be a waste of time merely .So,i want to have your guidance on how i can do research for it through online sources , especially statistical data ,and what things I need to be careful about as this is going to be my first ever project like this ...

The main effects of the influencing ma- chine are the following: 1.It makes the patients see pictures. The pictures are seen on a sin- gle plane, on walls or windowpanes, and unlike typical visual hallucinations are not three-dimensional. 2.It produces, as well as removes, thoughts and feelings by means of waves or rays or mysterious forces which the patient's knowledge of phys- ics is inadequate to explain.its function consists in the transmission or "drain- ing off" of thoughts and feelings by one or several persecutors. 3.It produces motor phenomena in the body. This is accomplished either by means of suggestion or by air-currents, electricity, magnetism, or X-rays. 4.It creates sensations that in part cannot be described, because they are strange to the patient himself, and that in part are sensed as electrical, magnetic, or due to air-currents. 5.It is also responsible for other occur- rences in the patient's body, such as cu- taneous eruptions, abscesses, and other pathological processes.

From what I can tell, those are accurate description of the exact symptoms of patients, yet they're not studied or mentioned anywhere else.

Hey ,

I am currently studying at open university and finding the lack of support really difficult - I'm in my final year (And have fought for my life to get here) and am just starting my final year project. I want to eventually go into the world of occupational psychology and want to base my research question on that.

At the moment I'm thinking of looking at the relationship between preferences of leadership styles and the impact that demographic factors have on this - such as generational or cultural differences.

Does anyone who has gone through their diss or know anything about work psychology or just studying psychology have any advice? Im desperate to make it through this year and get a good grade if I can I'm just feeling so lost right now!!

This feels like more of a rant than anything, sorry if this feels a pointless read...

Thanks,

Hello everyone,

I’ve just submitted my application for graduate school in Counseling with a focus on Art Therapy. I’m in my mid-20s, and if everything goes according to plan, I’ll be working as an art therapist and psychotherapist by my early 30s.

Coming from a low-income background, one of my main goals after graduation is to focus on paying off my student loans. I plan to work as a therapist for the next 7 years, building both my career and financial stability. That said, I’ll likely be in my mid-30s before I’m able to pursue a PhD in Psychology, which is a long-term dream of mine.

This raises a major question, how will I be able to financially support myself during a PhD program? Most funded programs, especially in big cities, offer relatively low stipends that are often insufficient to cover the high cost of living. For example, Columbia University offers a stipend of around $40,000, but living expenses in New York City can easily surpass that amount, making it difficult to make ends meet. If Columbia has a 40k stipend, smaller universities will have way lower stipends.

I’m curious to hear from others who have navigated this kind of financial challenge or have thoughts on how to balance financial sustainability with pursuing advanced degrees.

Hi! Planning to take the Psychometrician Board exam here in PH

I cant afford review center that's why i want to self review. Graduate na ako noong 2022 so hindi na fresh ang mga napagaralan. September 2025 pa naman ang board exam and plano ko mag start ng review this January 2025. Since working ako, maipapasa ko kaya if self review lang ako?

Badly needed an advice huhu

Hie :>

I am an aspiring Psychologist and a mental health advocate who was recently started a psychology newsletter through I want to explore and share psychological facts and knowledge with people and also help them through my newsletter.

I would appreciate if any of you have any tips or advices for me, about what I should particularly explore and how do I reach out to an audience :000

Hi, I have a goal in mind that I will migrate to Canada maybe after 5-6 years. I've been working in a corporate admin role for almost 7 years and have decided to shift my career goals by becoming a psychologist. I feel like it may be better to take a psych masters abroad instead of here in the Philippines (Let me know your thoughts in this) but at the same time, I won't be moving soon since I need to save up money, that's the reason why I am considering Online masters psych.

My questions are, and you may answer any:

1. Is it possible to Study online masters in Psychology in a Canadian school and still take the board exam in the PH? (I still want to get my License here in the Philippines since I won't be moving soon )

2, If I will not take an online psych masters, what are the schools here in the Philippines that are recognized in Canada / or any tips how to make a Filipino school valid in Canada in the future to land a Psych related work.

I would be the youngest person in the room at the conference and this is my very first time attending an international conference. Can you guys suggest what to wear for the conference?

Dear all, I'm starting my 2nd career at 42y by finishing a BSc in Psychology these days. I already have a MA degree in Social Sciences and my goal is to directly start into a (hopefully funded) PhD position in the broad area of mental health (mindfulness and CBT are areas I already have experiences in; I didn't study clinical psychology and don't plan to be a therapist).

Do you guys have good suggestions for good universities? I'd especially be interested in:

• Online programs (life circumstances..)
• Combined MSc/PhD programs that have a taught part regarding "the basics" of MH research
• Innovative MH research,3rd wave, mindfulness etc.

Suggestions are highly appreciated! Also personal experiences, especially with regards to starting this at a later age. :)

Thanks, Sebastian

Hi! If anyone could give tips and suggestions on how to improve my personal statement it would greatly appreciated!!

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My eagerness to explore has allowed me to discover my passion for Psychology and gain a deeper understanding of the psychological influences that shape our lives. Growing up, I never took notice of how indirectly psychology impacts our lives on a daily basis. From influence due to peer pressure to dealing with heartbreak, to something as simple as revising for an exam. Some aspect of psychology is present in all these examples, however not all of us who realise this make the decision to delve deeper into the mental processes that guide us in the decisions we make. Being self-aware has made me introspective and question myself in the decisions that I make and now I have a never-ending cycle of questions that I want to find the answers to. I know that being a Psychology student will enable me to thrive and reach my potential during my course, as well as outside of my classes and in the future of my career. My passion for psychology started in secondary school with my year not having the option of studying it at GCSE level. So, I decided to research psychology on my own and listen to psychology-related podcasts like Andrew Huberman’s ‘Huberman Lab’ where I learned about a vast array of theories and concepts including my favourite on issues of mental health and how social media plays a role in this. I developed an excitement to find more about the role of Psychology in society, using this motivation and determination throughout college to independently conduct my own research outside of class, reading books and watching videos on different topics assured me that Psychology was for me. During my study of Sociology, we looked at real-life issues and how individuals are impacted by societal influences. Having intriguing and engaging debates in class allowed me to feel confident in being able to voice my opinions, helping me become confident in group discussions, whilst also allowing me to receive constructive feedback from peers and teachers to be able to earn the highest grades possible which I know will help me in university. Also studying Biology allowed me to understand how we are psychologically programmed to behave in certain ways, venturing into how biological factors like genetics and neurochemistry affect mental processes and influence certain behaviours. I was able to conduct experiments and investigations both independently and within a group, learning and developing my research abilities, learning how to write detailed reports, analysing the data I collected and making conclusions and evaluations are skills that I know will benefit me during my course in Psychology. With the huge pressure of education and achieving high grades, I have realised that it is crucial to find a balance between education and personal life and finding things to alleviate this academic stress. I have been dedicated to roller-skating for over a year and have opened many doors since I started my journey, working in advertising for companies, hosting big events, even being captain of a skate team. Being a roller-skater has allowed me to meet loads of different people of different backgrounds and hear different stories

I am just finishing up my first semester as a grad student and am loving it. However, I find I have quite a few interests in the field. The first of which is neuroscience and research. I am currently setting myself up to transition to a Ph.D. in experimental psych, which will allow me to pursue a career in research and possibly transition into professorship while doing so. (For context, I am hoping to teach no matter what I do).

However, I've wanted to do clinical psychology since I was a kid. And recent epiphanies have led to realize I would have to leave my current program to join a clinical psych one, as my M.S. does not transfer well into clinical degrees. I'm wanting to know if this is an idea I could entertain, or honestly any information. I also realize that each program is specialized, but am hoping someone will have advice.

tldr: how easy is it to transfer into specialized psych programs

I am considering stopping at an associates in applied psych and switching for data analysis. Is this a dumb move or realistic?

I finished the initial application to the University of Alaska Anchorage PhD in Clinical-Community Psychology program about five days ago, but have yet to complete the secondary steps including personal statement, and one of my recommenders has yet to submit their letter (it's not due until January). I was therefore deeply baffled to receive an email telling me I've been accepted into the program. I double-checked my application to make sure I had selected the right program, and everything appears to be in order. It says I've been "accepted with warning". Did the university make a mistake somehow?

Hi everyone, I currently work as a post-bac in a psych lab and I’ve been here since August 2023. We’re a small team and I’m the only one working full time on the project. I don’t hate my job, but I’ve learned over the last year+ that a career in research is not for me, and I’m mentally preparing myself to move on sometime next year.

I told my PI when I interviewed that I was willing to make a 2-year commitment to this position. Would it be bad form to leave before the 2-year mark, and how much notice would be appropriate? I really like my PI and I would hate to offend her.

Hello,

I’m a nurse in Canada and am currently studying to work in mental health. I have always been fascinated in psychology and I am seriously considering a career change and pursuing forensic psychology.

The problem is I will be 35 in 2025 and I know it would take a minimum of 10-14 years to get there, after doing my undergrad / masters / PhD…

I would graduate at the earliest 45… and that’s if I started asap.

Is it worth it? Should I just stay as a nurse … help

I saw a post like a week ago asking people to stop psychoanalyzing everyone & that really stuck with me. Since I have started my degree (I’m a senior in undergrad), taken various courses, & just educated myself I have tried not to psychoanalyze others. I have already heard the comment that once you’re far into psychology that it’s something you naturally do but I don’t know.

I personally have always tried not to because at the end of the day I don’t know the person or truly know them. everyone is different & it just feels wrong to make such early judgments/assumptions about someone.

however, when it comes to my friends & family specifically it’s a bit harder because usually I know more than surface level things. this has caused me to become frustrated because at times when I am upset with them for something that they did or said or projected on to me I hold that anger (idk if anger is the word) but then I am understanding that makes it’s more challenging.

I don’t know if I’m making sense or not. I was reflecting on my day & some events that happened. It’s 3am & it’s keeping me up because like I understand you but I need to learn how to I don’t know hold people still accountable? validate my feelings? I don’t know.

if someone in this confusing state that I am in & writing understands me please help me make sense of this.

Hi, I am in my second year of community college, about to transfer to university. I’m pursuing a bachelors in psychology because I basically grew up in therapy and have wanted to be in the mental health field for many years. I’m also interested in other fields, like social work, hr, and marketing (i’ve heard a lot of people switch to this?) I plan on getting a masters down the road.

Anyway, I’m wondering how to get experience while still in school for a bachelors. Were you able to find a related job, or even internship? What was your experience like, and what are you doing now? Also, what job did you have before getting a masters?

I just finished my second year of applications and decided to switch from clinical psych to counseling psych as it fits my goals much better. I think I was so focused on clinical being my do or die, but after reevaluating what I want to do and my academic and professional experiences so far, I think I am more suited to pursue counseling psych as my desired field.

The schools I applied to are SUNY Albany, University of Northern Colorado, and Boston University.

Ideally Albany would be the best due to my current job and where my family is located, but Northern Colorado appears to be the best fit. I hope to have some good news within the next few months regarding this and if anyone has any comments or questions I’d love to hear your input— especially if you are pursuing counseling psychology yourself!!

I am currently writing a critical analysis on psychological safety’s relationship to work performance and satisfaction and struggling to find a single issue to comment on. Any help would be appreciated!!

Has anyone else gotten through that?

I've unfortunately been through heavy narcissistic abuse by three people in total who I can safely say destroyed my life and health.

As I learn more about human behaviour that's harmful to others, I partially become, might I say desensitized? And it's a challange since it's reminiscent of a form of forgiveness. I'm aware that forgiveness is healthy in general. However, being honest, I do not want to forgive the abuse as of now, or being even more honest, maybe never.

I also see the positive side: I'm becoming more understanding but I'm not becoming enabling. I can protect myself better. Still, it's challenging.

Any thoughts or perspectives?

Hey guys! I graduate with my bachelor’s degree in December. I’m having such a hard time trying to figure out what to do after that. I thought I was entirely set on Forensic Psychology but now I’m back to trying to choose between Forensic Psych and Child Psych. I know I need to find a grad school too which I’m also having a hard time with. Any advice and tips are greatly appreciated because I know I need to make the decision quick. I thought “what if I do both” but I doubt that’s even possible. Anyway… thanks and happy Thanksgiving(if you celebrate)! 💕

Hello all,

I'm graduating this fall with my BA in general psychology. With the goal of becoming an assessment psychologist, can I enter a post-graduate program from here? Or should I complete a graduate Masters program first? I feel like I've read conflicting information, so I figured I would just ask.

I'm graduating (what feels like) late, already age 25. The prospect of adding a Masters program onto my life plan is a bit discouraging, being in schooling even longer. I was prepared for longer schooling for the assessment specialty, but man.

Any advice is appreciated. I feel a little over my head when I think about my career path.