Finding Work is Complex I admit, it has been a long time since I’ve looked for a job. However, I often talk with people who are looking for a job. Finding work is a big and complex topic. The advice I give depends on a number of factors. The two factors that I am most … Read more
No Vision, No Plan In July 1997, I was half way through my 1st year practicing psychotherapy. I selected an internship site that required a 20 hour a week 12 month commitment. At the time, I literally had no vision or thoughts about what my future would be in the field. I simply set out … Read more
Some people say it’s easier to find a job when you have a job. But I’m not sure that is true. Even when people are unhappy at work, change is difficult. When people have been out of work a long time they can lose momentum. Not working becomes their norm. It can be hard to find … Read more
Developing Your Career Your career is important! Don’t limit your career based on what you think is possible. Navigating a career in mental health can be challenging. When I taught graduate students for 10 years as an adjunct faculty member in a counseling program, the students were naturally most concerned with their career options. A … Read more