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Academic and Career Counseling
for Aspiring Psychologists
Want to become a psychologist and do not know where to start? Have access to Chat GPT and yet feel the responses do not have the potential to guide you to become a psychologist or pivot from an existing career to psychology?
There used to be a time when people with mental health issues would be socially cancelled. They would be either put in some asylum or disowned by families living as homeless people with no support system and advocacy.
Today, India is changing. Not just AI Engineers and Developers, today we have many aspiring to become psychologists across domains. In fact age is also no bar. So, if you are determined to become a psychologist, you are at the right place.
For you to be confident of what you will sign up for, below is an exhaustive section answering to frequently asked questions and why Linda Ashok is most qualified to help you.
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FAQ: Academic and Career Counseling
Is Psychology a Legitimate Profession?
In a world where people sell bath water and soap bubbles, questioning the legitimacy of psychology as a legitimate profession is unthoughtful.
In the world of evolving professions in the field of AI and medical science, being a psychologist is a dignified calling that RULES every domain!
You just need to study more to find out more about its legitimacy.
What does a Psychologist do?
As a psychologist, you have a range of areas where you can make an impact should you have those skills and training.
In India, we have psychologists working in private or public setups, hospitals or clinics to-
1. Help people with acute mental health conditions
2. Rehabilitate people with disabilities or injuries, mental or physical
3. Advise businesses with their growth, recruitment, retention, and employee wellbeing strategies
4. Advise AI technology firms from product conceptualization to execution and marketing
5. Create social media content and conduct community health awareness camps for grassroot impact
Can Anyone be a Psychologist?
No. Anyone cannot be anything unless they have early orientation, influences, motivation, and determination to become a psychologist.
If you wish to be a psychologist, you can be one provided you are ready for the academic and professional grind, developing competency, and compassion.
While it is financially compensating domain, it still requires a certain degree of selfless approach, independent and critical thinking to make a mark for yourself and clients you'll see.
When Should One Start Preparing to be a Psychologist?
There is no starting or finishing line. The idea is you need training and practice for knowledge and bettering your craft. As long as you have an idea of time needed for both, you are ready to start.
If you are in school, you have your whole life but to build your foundation, consider psychology in your core subjects. You can stay in science or arts in your XI and XII.
IF you are done with your school, you can opt for 4 Year Honors in Psychology in BA or BSc. You can write CUET for enrolling into best degree programmes in India. And thereafter do Masters and other allied programmes to boost your credibility.
If you are an early to mid to late career professional and wish to pivot, the path is to think like a student starting with BA/BSc Psychology or MA/MSc Psychology depending on how much grind you can undertake to surpass the experienced in the domain coz you know eventually you will be a professional and there will be natural obstacles and competitiveness.
Is there a Guarantee I will be a Psychologist?
No guarantee or warrantee. It is your life, your circumstances, your situations, grit and determination.
If you wish to be a psychologist, get your hands and brain off the fence. Get to the grind. Study, train, intern, practice, repeat.
It may so happen that after you are all set to work as a psychologist or after being a psychologist for years, you don't find the domain anymore appealing or simply want to experiment in yet another domain.
What is the Process to Book a Session with Linda Ashok?
To become a psychologist and gain clarity on academic or professional matters, book a single session using the form on this page.
Pay via the form on this page. You'll receive a WhatsApp confirmation within 48 hours with two appointment slots to choose from.
Cancellations up to 2 hours before the slot are eligible for a 50% refund. Ensure you're committed before booking.
Be available without distractions during the session. No extensions will be granted for interruptions, and a new booking will be required.
List all queries in the booking form. Additional questions during the call won't be addressed to stay on schedule; a new booking is needed for further questions.
All provided information is confidential, except where legally required, to ensure the safety and security of both parties (you and Linda Ashok).
Linda Ashok: Academic & Career Counsellor
Linda Ashok is a senior ex-corporate and marketing communications executive with 17 years of work experience with Fortune 100, 500s, and Small & Medium-size Businesses across Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Canada, UK, America, and Germany.
Today she is a psychologist-in-training pursuing her Master's in Psychology (Clinical). Linda Ashok has been a trusted advisor to CEOs, CHROs, and CMOs across global businesses and industries covering AI, Supply Chain, Retail, Banking, Human Resources, Finance, Healthcare, and Digital Content Businesses.
Find more about her on her channel on Youtube.com/LindaAshok
You can also follow her on Linkedin.com/in/LindaAshok