Is being a mental health counsellor a good fit for you?
Counsels people and groups to look after their mental and emotional health, and helps them cope with life's problems.
What the work involves
- Keeps clients' treatment records private.
- Encourages clients to express their feelings and talk about their lives so they gain insight into themselves or their relationships.
- Counsels clients one-on-one or in groups to overcome addictions, adjust to life and make changes.
- Assesses patients for risk of suicide.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be helping and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a mental health counsellor is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.