2007-09-18 05:44:02 · 12 answers · asked by krups 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Psychology
2007-09-18 05:48:59 · answer #1 · answered by lilshortyjess 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many 'types' of therapist, and you will need to consider which interests you the most. In high school, there are no specific classes that are going to help. Do well and get into a good college. Talk to a councilor and get info in different programs.
Psychotherapist/Clinical Psychologist - Generally requires a PhD, though you might be able to practice with a Masters. Any traditional Psychology program at a university will have such a program. You should be able to talk to those programs to see what they require for incoming students.
Psychiatrist - MD, requires you go to medical school and specialize. As an undergraduate, you will need to take pre-med classes.
Other - There are a number of different majors which fall in the mental health domain. The departments often have names like "Public Health" or "Educational Psychology". In some cases, you can 'practice' with as little as a BA/BS. There are also 'private' certification programs, usually for "Life coaches" or similar.
2007-09-18 13:10:49 · answer #2 · answered by Wundt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Psychology definitely, perhaps sociology as that will deal with social issues and society. If it is college or university you are hoping to study at, I would contact the careers advisor or speak to a psychology lecturer, they will guide you in the right direction and give you not only an idea of the required subjects and qualifications but also how many years of studying is required to work in this area.
2007-09-18 12:53:25 · answer #3 · answered by peroxide.pixie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely psychology, with a mix of research methods, and also a touch of sociology for the nature-nurture debate thrown in for good measure.
Advanced research methods is a compulsory unit for you to be recognised as a qualified psychologist by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
2007-09-18 12:59:10 · answer #4 · answered by Adam B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't need to take a subject. You need to get off the crack and stop deluding to yourself that you will ever be a psychotherapist.
Pick a useful career.
2007-09-18 13:05:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
people of all walks of life with general degrees go into that but need to have therapy all the waythrough and at least for a few years prior to starting the course
2007-09-18 13:07:29 · answer #6 · answered by ~*tigger*~ ** 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
applied psychology or a higher diploma if you have done an undergraduate degree,other then that,a masters in psychotherapy
2007-09-18 13:35:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd give psychology a go love
2007-09-18 12:52:06 · answer #8 · answered by Dr Jeep 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Woodwork and geography
2007-09-18 12:51:39 · answer #9 · answered by Club Tropicana 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Something this serious, you should ask a college counselor.
2007-09-18 12:50:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋