Social workers and therapists both help people and greater communities. Both professionals can work in various settings, such as hospitals, non-profit organizations, schools, community health clinics, research institutes, and private practices. If you’re considering...
Social workers enjoy rewarding careers working with individuals, families, schools, and larger communities. They work to help solve micro and macro-level problems. At their core, social workers strive to provide ethical and compassionate care to the people they...
If you are considering becoming a psychologist, it’s important to consider the average timeline for schooling and licensure, which can be between 10-18 years. Everyone’s journey looks different, but it’s helpful to have an idea of what to expect. Here are the steps....
Being a therapist can be an extremely gratifying career. You spend your days validating, supporting, and helping people make meaningful differences in their lives. You may feel overwhelmed when you first start exploring your different career options. As you have...
Although many people use the terms interchangeably, psychologists and psychiatrists have distinct mental health roles. While both can qualify to provide therapy, typically, only psychiatrists are able to prescribe medications. Let’s review the main similarities and...
Many MedCircle Members are psychology students interested in entering the robust field of psychological treatment, therapy, research, and more. However, when asking what you can do with a psychology degree, it seems the possibilities are nearly endless. As of 2017,...
We're honored to have aspiring and working psychologists as MedCircle Members. Becoming a psychologist allows you to potentially help millions of people suffering from debilitating mental illnesses. Psychologists help a wide range of people with issues such as...
What a Therapist Should Not Do A good therapist can improve the lives of their clients in many ways. Research shows that over 40% of Americans have seen a therapist at some point in their lives. With more and more people expressing interest and openness in mental...