Therapist - Mirycole Wright
Therapy is not about giving advice or “fixing someone”
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Creative & Visual Skills
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Critical Thinking & Judgement
Emotional Intelligence & Personal Traits
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Organizational & Operational Skills
Physical & Situational Readiness
Where does this job happen?
Therapists can work in a number of places such as hospitals, schools, and community health centers. They can also have their own private practices where they go to different places that they are needed such as your home, or a kid's center.
What do they actually do?
Therapists are Mental Health professionals who help individuals overcome challenges and improve their well-being through talk therapy and other therapeutic methods. They offer guidance and support in developing coping mechanisms and strategies for managing mental health challenges.
What kind of person does this?
Therapists are usually people who share a deep interest in human behavior and a strong desire to help others improve their mental health and emotional wellbeing. They are often open minded, respectful, and empathetic.
What skills do you need?
Therapists need to have empathy, active listening skills, communication skills, self-awareness, patience, humor, problem solving skills, authenticity, critical thinking, lack of judgment, and flexibility to be good at their job.
How much money can you make?
The salary of a therapist depends on both the location of their job, their experience in the field, and what organization they work for. An average salary starts at around $85,330, for a more experienced therapist they can earn up to $90,000 to $100,000 annually.