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Everything you need to know about starting a psychology career or counseling career.

Psychology careers and counseling careers have a variety of specialties with specific degree options.

Visit our Resource Centers for in-depth information on Psychology careers and Counseling careers. Also use our Quick Facts, Featured Articles and Professional Interviews to easily compare mental health careers and help you make the best education decision.

Search the best of Psychology Schools to find the right one for you.

Featured Psychology Articles

Staying Sane as a Mental Health Counselor
Do you want to become a mental health counselor, but are concerned about it adversely affecting your personal life? Here are some tips to keeping your home and work life separate.

5 Ways to Combat Adult ADD at the Office
With constant interruption from email, blackberries, cell phones and other communication technology, even the most focused employees have trouble concentrating. Learn how to structure your office hours and stay on track.

Psychology Career Center

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What are the benefits of getting a doctorate in psychology versus a master's in counseling or social work? Read the Psychology Career Center if you are deciding between a PhD in psychology and a master's degree.

Counseling Career Center

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Pursuing a counseling career? The Counseling Career Center offers detailed information on various types of counseling specialties, as well as the degree and license you will need in order to practice.

Social Work Career Center

Social Work

A career in social work puts you on the front lines, helping people in immediate need. Read the Social Work Career Center to find out more about this noble profession.

Psychology & Counseling Interviews

In their own words, read how each of these counseling professionals started his/her career in psychology. Learn how they've maintained their passion for their respective fields.

Counseling & Psychology Specialties

Financial Aid

Get important information on loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Don't let the cost of education stop you from fulfilling your goals. Here is everything need to secure financial aid and start your new career. Continue to Financial Aid...

Spotlight Schools

Walden University

At Walden, you'll benefit not only from our unique distance learning delivery models, but from the personal attention of our world-class faculty, and from a highly customized program that is directly related to your career goals.

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Quick Facts

Learn what psychologists do and how to prepare for mental health career.

Psychology School Tips

How to choose the right psychology colleges, programs and courses.

Types of Psychology Degrees

How long each degree takes and which is the right one for you.

Online Psychology Degree Guide

Considering an online psychology degree? Weigh the pros and cons.