Is it common for psychologists to work multiple jobs? i.e University Lecturer and private practice?

Question

Where would you say most psychologists are employed? University, hospital, or somewhere else. I am in the U.S (michigan to be exact) and I am going to pursue the Ph.D in either clinical or counseling psychology. Which specialty is more marketable for private practice? I know M.F.T make nice money in private practice so I was leaning towards that but there is something about neuro-abnormalities that attracts me to the clinical aspect of psychology. I like psych because I can work for myself instead of being at a company's disposal. However, I would like to work at a company to acquire the perks (health insurance primarily) and have a practice for later at night and the weekends. Is this an accurate attainable vision for psychology or am I way off?

Answer 1

Your plans seem sound. It is not uncommon at all for clinical psychologists working in university settings to also have a private practise. Hospital psychologists also frequently do private work. There are some advantages other than benefits (like healthcare) from working in a hospital or clinic. One is having colleagues. For private psychologists, time is money, so it is not as easy to collaborate, conduct research, or seek consultation. Hospital or university psychologists are also more likely to be involved in training activities, if that is an interest. As well, there are institutional supports, which are particularly important if you are working with a specialized population, or a population requiring a multidisciplinary approach. Clinical psychology is probably more marketable than counselling, but for private practise, as long as you are licensed, they are probably comparable. Good luck!

Answer 2

Go with clinical, it preps you for "official" jobs and will focus on more of the mental illnesses and their treatment. Counseling is more general, making you a suitable candidate for a variety of jobs, but clinical is in much higher demand (at least in NY). I don't know of many PhD programs in counseling psychology, either. For private practice, that's a different story, one you would probably benefit from asking an admissions counselor at the various colleges in which you are interested. Many psychologists are lecturers on the side, yes, mainly because class schedules vary and universities need masters and PhD level professors to teach their courses... meaning they are speciailists in their fields, not necessarily teachers per se... In my experience, they do classes on the side mainly unless they really love teaching. You have some time, though, to decide.

Also, don't scratch off the social work major just yet, in many states, a masters in SW will allow you to practice privately whereas you would need a doctorate in psychology (everybody has a psychology degree). Social workers don't make as much, generally, in agencies but can make a decent living if they are in administrative positions and they are in demand... and if counseling is your goal, it's very, very close. Most grad schools (with advanced, fast tracks) will let you into a psych prgram with a social work background, but not the other way around (crazy I know, some schools are shifting a bit). Get your bachelors first and talk to people, don't burn ANY bridges, get to know your professors and advisors and they will help you.

Answer 3

How everybody would desire to evaluate being a lecturer prestigious is previous my comprehension. finished bore is extra of an precise identify and an exceedingly over paid place interior u.s. additionally. An instructor is decrease than paid and teaches extra then any lecturer can except the lecturer is lecturing yet somebody else who's turning out to be a member of their field.