Carrier as Psychologist

Psychologists study a persons reactions, emotions, and behavior, and apply their understanding of that behavior to
treat the associated behavioral problems. Treatment is focused on therapy and counseling, rather than prescribing
medications for a quick fix. Psychologists are therefore responsible for identifying psychological, emotional,
and/or behavioral issues, as well as diagnosing any specific disorders, by using information gleaned from patient
interviews, patients tests and records, and medical reference materials. It is also the psychologists job to come up
with an individualized treatment plan for each patient, and to modify it as necessary over time

how to become a psychologist

The requirements to become a licensed psychologist are:

pass the 10+2 exam preferably with Psychology as one of the subjects

complete a Bachelor (BA or BS) in Psychology degree (the curriculum of which focuses on personality
development, psychotherapy, stress management and neuro-psychology)

specialization at the postgraduate level, where one can get an MA or MSc in either Psychology, Social
Work, or Counseling

Further specialization at the doctoral level is available as well via PhD or MPhil

Psychology Personal Skills

In order to be successful in the field of psychology, one must have:

a very analytical mind for diagnosis

excellent communication skills to effectively counsel patients who suffer from mental/behavioral issues

a lot of patience, which grants the psychologist the ability to remain cool under pressure when dealing with
a particularly difficult case or challenging patient

a genuine passion for helping people overcome their own mental/behavioral challenges

compassion combined with drive are the two most important personality traits for a psychologist

Job Prospects as a psychology

Aspirants who have successfully completed their training in psychology can make their mark in the following
lucrative branches of psychology.

Clinical Psychologist

School Counselling

Health psychologist

Military psychologist

Teaching and Research

Industrial/Organizational

Social Work

Psychology Pay Package

Psychology is a highly rewarding and lucrative field of study. A psychologist salary depends on many factors like
his/her qualification, area of specialization and experience in the profession.
Professional psychologists with M.Phil and Ph.D degree earn quite handsomely. Those engaged in private practice
have more scope for earnings.
In this field, your starting salary can vary between Rs.6,000-15,000 per month. As one establishes himself in the
field and specializes in any of its branches, he can earn more (up to Rs.2 lakh per month.)