INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Because mental health counseling covers a range of areas (like marriage and family counseling, psychotherapy, or substance abuse treatment) you will need to decide exactly which area or areas you want to specialize in. Some careers require additional training or experience in that area before you can begin practicing. Think about things like what setting you want to work in (a hospital, clinic, treatment center, etc.) and the types of clients you want to help. Take some time researching the area you are interested in to determine what the requirements are, how much you will make, and where you can practice (for example, private practice, in a counseling center, etc.) There are many different ways you can begin your counseling career. You may want to start your own independent practice, join an existing practice, work for a non-profit organization, or even a government agency. Think about the pros and cons of starting your career in each setting. Keep in mind that you will likely be paid during your post-licensing practicum or at least during your externship, even if it is just a stipend. During these experiences, you will also have a chance to experience different types of populations and figure out what population you want to work with. If benefits and security are important to you, you may want to join a practice or work for an agency. Consider joining an existing practice to gain experience and then opening your own practice. Research all of your options on sites the U.S. Department of Labor. Think about issues like liability and the opportunity to select your own clients rather than have them assigned to you. The final thing you need to do to become a licensed mental health counselor is to apply for a job (and get it) or open your own practice. Use the relationships and connections you made during graduate school and your residency to find out about job opportunities in your area. Search job boards and sites like LinkedIn to learn about mental health counseling positions that are available. When you get a job, then you can keep your position and get a pay bump after you are fully licensed, or you can leave to start your own practice. However, keep in mind that you cannot open a private practice in any state until you are fully licensed. Remember that you might not get the first position you apply for. Don't let it discourage you, just keep submitting your resume to agencies and centers and you will obtain a position.

SUMMARY: Determine your specialty. Look into your job options. Apply for a position.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you are bitten, be sure to take care of any wounds promptly, as even minor bites can cause infection. Perform basic first aid procedures for bites suffered from a dog attack: Apply gentle pressure to stop minor bleeding. Use a clean cloth or sterile gauze pad. If bleeding is serious or if it won't stop after several minutes of applying pressure, seek professional medical attention. Wash the wound thoroughly. Use warm water and soap to gently cleanse the wound. Dress the wound. Use a sterile band-aid (for very small cuts) or sterile bandages for larger lacerations. Look closely for signs of infection, including redness, warmth, increasing tenderness, or oozing pus. See a doctor if any of these symptoms arise. It's important to determine whether an attacking dog has rabies or a history of aggression. Call the authorities immediately after a dog attack so that the dog can be prevented from harming anyone else and be tested for diseases. If the dog that attacked you was a stray, he may attack others, too. Removing him from the area is the best way to ensure the safety of yourself and others. For dogs with owners nearby, how you handle the situation after the attack has been diffused is up to you. If you've been hurt, you may want to take legal action. Many states have laws holding owners responsible for the actions of their dogs. If you were bitten by an unknown dog, a dog that was later found to have rabies, or a dog that appeared to be foaming at the mouth, it's imperative that you see a doctor right away to get preventative treatment for the deadly disease rabies. The rabies shot sequence, if it is necessary, should be started as soon as possible after the bite. Most European countries are considered to be "rabies-free," so a shot is not likely to be necessary in the event of an attack that takes place in Europe. If you haven't had a tetanus shot in the past 5 years, you may require additional preventative tetanus treatments. In general, any significant wounds from a dog attack should be examined by a medical professional.

SUMMARY: Attend to any wounds. Call the authorities. See a medical professional promptly.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The most important factor in controlling your feelings for someone is reducing the amount of time you spend with them, especially time spent alone. Avoid the person as much as you can, if possible. If you can't completely avoid them, make sure the two of you aren't spending time together alone. For example, if this person asks you out for drinks, suggest that you make it a group activity to limit alone time. Instead, surround yourself with people like friends and family who are positive, uplifting, and make you feel great. They should be accepting and supportive of your feelings. Also, they should be contributing to your own visions, and understand that this is your own personal story to live. Keeping up with the person online can still influence your feelings, so get some distance there, too. Unfriend them on your social media profiles. If this seems too drastic, download an app that controls your social media usage altogetherif you can't log onto Facebook, you can't stalk their page. Commit to unplugging during the times when you're most likely to cyber-stalk. You might also get help from smartphone apps like Freedom and SelfControl. You also want to limit their feelings for you, too, if possible. Therefore, it's best to avoid leading them on. Seemingly harmless compliments, touches, or glances can send the message that you like someone. So, avoid such interactions. If you must interact with them, treat them with polite indifference, sticking to "hi" and "bye." When you are falling in love with someone, your view of them is often skewed. You can only see what makes this person so great. To control your feelings, develop a more sober and realistic perception of the other person. No one is perfect. Make a list of why this person isn't. Review the list whenever you start thinking of them too highly. For instance, if you're dealing with an old flame, you might list out why you broke up with them, including reasons like "He lies compulsively" or "She doesn't prioritize spending time with me." Maybe your reason for wanting to avoid falling in love with this person lies in their relationship status. If this person has a significant other, envision that person's face or name whenever you're fantasizing about them. This may help you maintain objectivity. Being in love with someone and acting on those feelings are two very different feelings. Sometimes, no matter what you try, your heart can't prevent itself from falling for someone. However, if you don't want to be in a relationship or aren't ready for love, don't act on those feelings. Acknowledge that you like the person and really enjoy their company, but remind yourself that you're not in the market for love right now. One way to do this is by examining key goals in your life that you would like to accomplish before falling in love again. For instance, maybe you'd like to finish your degree before entering a new relationship or maybe you want to travel the world.

SUMMARY:
Get some space from the person. Block them online. Drop the flirtations. Fixate on their negative qualities. Remind yourself that they're unavailable. Accept that the heart wants what it wants.