The following questions are related to ‘Psychology Profession’ at Ask the Psychologist: Online Clinical Psychologist.
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Q: My mom has had depression, with psychotic symptoms for 11 years or so. She becomes delusional and thinks that our relatives are doing things to her that lead her to start thinking constantly. She seems to only confide in me about her thoughts but only on my persistent questioning of what kind of thoughts [...]
Q: I have recently started visiting a clinical psychologist. When I greeted him, he let me know politely that we could not shake hands as he is not allowed to touch patients in his profession. I had never heard this before. I arrived at this therapist not via recommendation, so I am a little worried. [...]
Q: I am studying to be a psychologist. Lately, however, I have been having a few problems. I would like a basic diagnosis to confirm my fears that I may have Mania. My sleep has been strained lately and for the first time I have been consistently dreaming. I have been eating more and I [...]
Q: I’ve been going to counseling for awhile. Why is it, when I need a session the most, I call and cancel? A: When we need it the most is typically when we are very emotionally upset, distressed, or troubled. During such difficult times we are often hesitant to attend counseling/therapy as the professional will [...]
Q: I see a psychologist on a regular basis. I know some personal info about him (in the middle of horrible divorce). He talks about his wife during sessions, sometimes using their relationship as examples. Should I tell him I know that his stories aren’t true or just quit seeing him? Should I trust someone [...]
Q: What are some NASW Code of Ethics issues raised by client-centered theory? Are there any unintended consequences of the intervention? Thank you. A: I can’t speak to the NASW Code of Ethics as that group has multiple position publications on various topics. As for unintended consequences, I can offer a bit about that. I [...]
Q: I want to become a psychologist. I am currently majoring in being a clinical psychologist. I was just wondering if there was anything you could tell me that would be useful to understanding the mind? A: I’d recommend that you keep studying. When not studying psychology, think psychology…it’s all around us. Be an observer [...]
