Thank you for your input. I didn't elaborate regarding my desire to pursue a Psychology higher degree; I feel called to help people work with emotional problems and psychological disorders. I have encountered people with mental health challenges in my work as an OT. The debt is a serious concern to carefully consider.
I have some other questions:
- APA internships - what is this issue? We didn't have any equivalent problem in OT - if one doesn't procure an APA approved match site what does this mean for the person's licensure or ability to practice?
- I had some poor performance as an undergrad which I ameliorated with my pre-requisite coursework for OT (have a 3.8 in the last 90 credits of academic work)
- My graduate work in OT school for my MS is at a 3.8 and I went to a well respected first tier program with an emphasis in research in our field. I know that most PsyD and PhD programs will not consider your previous graduate work / gpa if i am not mistaken.
I have volunteered for the suicide hotline and rape crisis center here in my city, and I truly found it remarkably rewarding to help people struggling with these issues.
Hello,
I am an occupational therapist - and I am interested in becoming a Psychologist. I am really drawn to psych, and I have to say I am a bit disillusioned with OT, it doesn't feel right to me. I would much rather help patients with mental health problems than physical dysfunction.
I am in my 30s. Is it sensible to pursue a PhD or PsyD or should I call it quits and stick with my profession? Thank you for advice!