I earned my masters degree in Psychology and was a licensed psychologist in some states, but in others was considered a licensed Certified Social Worker. My favorite work was as a therapist for the chronically mentally ill. I provided treatment and case management services for people who suffered severe mental illnesses and for the developmentally disabled adults. I also practiced in a private family practice. Some of the other work I've done was as a researcher , a child-abuse prevention worker , and now as a teacher of Psychology at our local community college.
Nothing is more satisfying than that.
I've helped people find other ways to cope with problems than suicide. I've seen remarkable progress in some of my clients, and I've learned to love many of my clients. Also, I love teaching psychology. And, believe it or not, I love the research. Psych research is very creative, very playful.