The Final Post

After further research, I have now come into the conclusion that I do want to pursue this career. I think that I have the personality to be in this field. I've always been the "therapist" within my group of friends since I can remember. I'm always the person they run to when they have problems or whenever they just need someone to listen. Thinking back, I did not even consider actually pursuing this career because my parents have always wanted me to be a doctor. But now that I've grown, I finally realize what I want to do; and that is to help people by being their friend and to see life in a much brighter way.

"You can't do it!"

As I get more and more serious with this profession, there are others who do not believe I can reach it. They think that I do not have the right qualifications and the ability to achieve this dream. But you know, the opinions of others do not really affect me. Surprisingly, their criticism actually gives me motivation to be a psychologist. Because I know that no one can dictate what you can or can't do, only you can.

Inspirations

A few days ago, one of my friends approached me and asked who inspired me to be a clinical psychologist. I had to think long and hard before answering her question. Then I realized, there isn't really specific person. When I was growing up, I've encountered a lot of people who had a rough life. Most of them did not know how to cope with their feelings and thoughts, and some refused to accept that something is wrong. I've seen people deal with problems doing bad habits such as drugs, alcohol and even self-harm. Witnessing all those, I knew from a young age that I had to help people like them. It may take a while, but I know that in the end, all the years I'll spent in school will eventually pay off. I'll be able to finally aid those in need, and be that person that will lift them up when they are down.

Clinical Psychology

Psychology is an industry that has many sub-fields. However, I did not take a long time deciding which one to choose; and that is clinical psychology.

What is clinical psychology? It is the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental disorders, thus making it the biggest sub-field in the psychology industry. The majority of psychology students tend to approach this field more than the other sub-fields due to one major reason. The reason is that the psychologist is able to interact with his/her patient or patients. This can make the patient feel more comfortable and be more open with the psychologist. When the patients can openly converse with the psychologist, it would easier to diagnose the patient and to indicate a proper treatment. 

The first time I noticed this sub-field, I was completely drawn in. The feeling of being to help others by just listening is something that anyone would love to feel. It does not matter if the person is a stranger or a friend. As long as you know in you heart that you lift up a heavy burden inside that person is enough.