Carrier as Psychologist

Psychologists study a persons reactions, emotions, and behavior, and apply their understanding of that behavior to treat the associated behavioral problems. Treatment is focused on therapy and counseling, rather than prescribing medications for a quick fix. Psychologists are therefore responsible for identifying psychological, emotional, and/or behavioral issues, as well as diagnosing any specific disorders, by using information gleaned from patient interviews, patients tests and records, and medical reference materials. It is also the psychologists job to come up with an individualized treatment plan for each patient, and to modify it as necessary over time

how to become a psychologistThe requirements to become a licensed psychologist are: pass the 10+2 exam preferably with Psychology as one of the subjects complete a Bachelor (BA or BS) in Psychology degree (the curriculum of which focuses on personality development, psychotherapy, stress management and neuro-psychology) specialization at the postgraduate level, where one can get an MA or MSc in either Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling Further specialization at the doctoral level is available as well via PhD or MPhilPsychology Personal SkillsIn order to be successful in the field of psychology, one must have: a very analytical mind for diagnosis excellent communication skills to effectively counsel patients who suffer from mental/behavioral issues a lot of patience, which grants the psychologist the ability to remain cool under pressure when dealing with a particularly difficult case or challenging patient a genuine passion for helping people overcome their own mental/behavioral challenges compassion combined with drive are the two most important personality traits for a psychologistJob Prospects as a psychologyAspirants who have successfully completed their training in psychology can make their mark in the following lucrative branches of psychology. Clinical Psychologist School Counselling Health psychologist Military psychologist Teaching and Research Industrial/Organizational Social Work Psychology Pay PackagePsychology is a highly rewarding and lucrative field of study. A psychologist salary depends on many factors like his/her qualification, area of specialization and experience in the profession.

Professional psychologists with M.Phil and Ph.D degree earn quite handsomely. Those engaged in private practice have more scope for earnings.

In this field, your starting salary can vary between Rs.6,000-15,000 per month. As one establishes himself in the field and specializes in any of its branches, he can earn more (up to Rs.2 lakh per month.)