Baltimore Therapist Focuses On Marital And Premarital Therapy
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Employment of mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists is projected to grow 29 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations." Individual and couples counseling is in high demand due to an increased awareness of mental health issues, and willingness of insurance policies to cover counseling services. For those looking to enter this field, it is important to focus on the educational requirements needed to be successful in this field.
Lisa Rabinowitz is a licensed clinical professional counselor with a private practice in Baltimore. Here she offers some insight into how her educational background has helped her succeed in the psychology field.
How does your educational background relate to your current role?
"I have a master's degree in Clinical Counseling, and my specialty in my private practice is marital and premarital therapy. As an undergraduate and graduate student, I applied for internships and jobs in my field to expand my knowledge and experience of psychology. College classes and my professional experiences were directly correlated to my career as a therapist."
How has your education helped to further your career?
"My education provided me with a foundation for my career and success. Without my master's degree, I could not counsel clients. While in graduate school, I took an elective course in marriage and family therapy which gave me the opportunity to find my passion: counseling couples."
What advice can you offer others looking to enter the Psychology field?
"Focus on your studies and try to learn as much as possible from professors. I suggest students work with professors to learn about the field, even if it's volunteer. Working with a professor may lead to your first job in the field. Also, do not limit yourself to one area of psychology. I worked on various research projects and in numerous psychiatric hospitals, receiving a wide range of experience. Contact people in the field and ask if they can discuss the pros and cons of their job (such as work schedules, wages, degrees needed, and certifications or licenses required)."
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