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Counseling and Therapy in the World Today
The face of counseling and therapy is changing. Believe it or not, there was a time when going to a counselor or therapist was not widely accepted. People would cover up the fact that they had turned to a qualified professional for help with their mental health and well-being. Nowadays, more and more people are realizing that mental health is just as important as physical health, and that regular or even just occasional time with a qualified counselor can have a huge positive impact on a person's life. Humans are complex creatures, and the many different elements of our minds and bodies work together. When one part is out of balance, the whole organism suffers. This is where counselors and therapy come into play.
Read MoreYour Guide to a Career in Counseling
Your friends respect you; they seek your advice and trust your opinions. You’ve always had a passion for helping others, and you want a career that will change lives. Perhaps a career in counseling is the perfect choice for you.
Read MoreHow to Choose a Counseling Career
There are many different specializations within the field of counseling and therapy. Picking the one that is right for you is important, as you will need to specialize in that area while in school, and then spend a number of years practicing in that field once you graduate. Don't sweat it too much, however, as counselors tend to vary their positions and experience over the course of their careers (as is becoming more common in every job sector, actually).
Read MoreVocational Therapists: Helping Others Choose Their Paths
The world is in crisis. America and many other countries are trapped in the worst recession in recent memory and jobs are scarce. People who have never had trouble finding and keeping employment are suddenly plunged into joblessness, and many times, hopelessness. Enter the vocational counselor: a comforting voice, a guiding light, and a source (maybe) of hope.
Read MoreEducational Therapist Spotlight: Alternative Education
Educational counselors have a big job: They build the future. The majority of school counselors work with the K-12 population, helping them lead healthy school lives, socialize properly with their peers and teachers, and make decisions regarding colleges and jobs. However, there is always a section of this population that for whatever reason does not thrive within the traditional educational system.
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