Masters in Clinical Mental Health Program | 1st time in Graduate School?

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  • Are you having any anxiety about the upcoming semester as you apply for graduate degree in clinical mental health counseling, will look no further hopefully my experience can help shed some light on some things to expect while on your journey.
     I wish everybody the best and hopefully this video was insightful and if you have any more questions, please drop them down to comment and I will be sure to get right back to you guys 
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  • @oranjames8294
    @oranjames8294 Рік тому +31

    It's nice to see another black man talking about this program. Blank slate will be my new mantra!

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  Рік тому +1

      It helps me get through life lol

  • @MsLaynaF
    @MsLaynaF 6 місяців тому +13

    I just finished my first semester of grad school for counseling (MFT emphasis)…TIME MANAGEMENT is an understatement lol as a mom of two (toddler and infant) and working full time, people have no idea when I say I have NO extra time…I’m doing homework EVERY SINGLE DAY during the semester. I wouldn’t be surprised if I have to quit my job before internship starts. But counseling is what I’m called to do so it’s worth the sacrifice.

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  5 місяців тому +1

      I’ll apply you on your journey. I’ve definitely had a lot of classmates and friends who were in the same situation. Some even had to quit work or take a semester off. I would just say pace yourself!!! It’ll be over before you know it

  • @chocpch
    @chocpch 5 місяців тому +17

    Good video w/great points! I was 40 when I started my MFT program and I almost let my age discourage me. What I didn’t realize is that so many people have made counseling their 2nd career so 95% of the people I’ve met in this field are 35 & up and just getting started. There is money to be made, you just need to network with the right people

    • @LC-nk5nr
      @LC-nk5nr 5 місяців тому +3

      This is super encouraging. Thank you! I'm stepping into my 30s and feeling like I'm already late...keep trying to remind myself there's no right or wrong timeline.

    • @chocpch
      @chocpch 4 місяці тому

      @@LC-nk5nr Yes, stay positive. I wish you the best!

    • @ursieg
      @ursieg 4 місяці тому

      What school did you go too?

    • @chocpch
      @chocpch 4 місяці тому

      @@ursieg Capella

    • @tonyleo1692
      @tonyleo1692 2 місяці тому

      @@chocpch 54 yr old here who keeps circling the drain. Were you happy with Capella?

  • @kristabrown2675
    @kristabrown2675 3 місяці тому +3

    I start Texas Tech’s program in the fall! Thank you so much for this video. I am 37 and going part time for my masters.

  • @transportationology9647
    @transportationology9647 8 місяців тому +16

    Excellent video. I’m 54 years old and this will be my career change. This was a great description of what to expect. Thank you sir!!

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  8 місяців тому +1

      I'm happy this could help

    • @WenDavis
      @WenDavis 6 місяців тому +1

      This will be my career change as well. I have a Bachelor's in Nursing and will be attending for the MA counseling in January.

    • @mailman5865
      @mailman5865 6 місяців тому +5

      54 years old also. Left the post office in 2022 after 29 years, and I also had 4 military. Would have retired in 2022 with full benefits. I am starting my master's degree program on January 8 2024. I'm nervous but very excited. Thanks for the video!!!

    • @senecagoes6595
      @senecagoes6595 3 місяці тому

      We DESPERATELY need more men in the mental health field. No offense to women, I love them, but they've turned the field into a circus.

    • @tonyleo1692
      @tonyleo1692 2 місяці тому

      @@mailman5865 Maybe we need to start a club for us 54 yr olds moving toward a 2nd career in MH.

  • @user-rx8su9ku7v
    @user-rx8su9ku7v 7 місяців тому +8

    This was definitely one of the better videos that I’ve seen. I know that I will carry these words through all of my academic journey. I especially want to thank you for reminding me that this is a time to be prepared, but not afraid.

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  7 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @sheilac.7173
    @sheilac.7173 7 місяців тому +9

    I start my program in the spring. I am currently an educator. But counseling has always been my calling.

    • @WenDavis
      @WenDavis 6 місяців тому +1

      I'm starting in the Spring. I am a RN and just as you, counseling is my calling.

    • @haleymoore3581
      @haleymoore3581 5 місяців тому +1

      Inspiring. Im an educator as well and I am looking into counseling programs online to try. Super nervous!

    • @ursieg
      @ursieg 4 місяці тому

      What school did you go too?

  • @carla-ej6xd
    @carla-ej6xd 11 місяців тому +10

    You are a great speaker! I am finishing my bachelors in psychology this month and beginning a CMHC program in October. Your video was so motivating and reassuring. Thank you soooo much! ❤️

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  11 місяців тому

      good luck ! Its going to be worth it - thanks

  • @davidcollins5932
    @davidcollins5932 11 місяців тому +6

    Great video. It’s encouraging to see another black man in mental health counseling. I’ve been thinking about switching to msw because of the lucrative opportunities what I’ve been told. Thus video makes me to stay where I’m am now mental health counseling

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  10 місяців тому +1

      MSW very similar, a lot of overlap. I was thinking the same thing at 1st

  • @deidremwilliams210
    @deidremwilliams210 8 місяців тому +3

    The comment about the $$ was so good! It's the same license

  • @midrashchannel9940
    @midrashchannel9940 10 місяців тому +6

    Im just seeing this channel today. I'm headed into Internship 2 for my CMHC MA program. It is a growth process. I'm part of a cohort but I can't say we're pals. I'm considering PHD counseling ED and Supervision after graduation. It's good to see another Brother in the mix!

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  10 місяців тому +1

      Most def. Everyone in the program aint gonna have the same vibe. But hats off to you as well bro!

  • @user-he4bt2cx8t
    @user-he4bt2cx8t 5 місяців тому +4

    Thank you so much for this video, I was feeling overwhelmed by just the thought of going back to school! I know that this is something that I'm passionate about, so it will all be worth it. Thank you!!

  • @gilusoph
    @gilusoph 4 місяці тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video. Im a 44 year old mom of 5 finishing the last semester of my Bachelor's degree. You just calmed my nerves A LOT, especially mentioning all the different ages. I hear about therapists with imposter syndrome. I feel like I have imposter syndrome just being an older student. 😅

  • @jayhawkgirl5785
    @jayhawkgirl5785 4 місяці тому

    The best and most informational video I've seen in the field.
    Thank you!

  • @meredithbryansalkey7096
    @meredithbryansalkey7096 23 дні тому

    Learn a lot thanks for that and I appreciate you assuring the courses within the masters in mainly focused on the program verses general courses.

  • @SummerDay_2024
    @SummerDay_2024 22 дні тому

    I am glad to see this video before application. It helps a lot to make myself better prepared.

  • @Jerryjy24
    @Jerryjy24 10 місяців тому +4

    Nice to see this perspective from another black male. I just moved to Houston, TX from Charlotte, NC and got accepted to two masters in clinical mental health programs out here. So many people have been trying to talk me out of doing the program (to do a MBA instead) and the mental health field in general, but I’m still doing it lol. I gotta connect with you on Instagram.

  • @saraelsebai4654
    @saraelsebai4654 Місяць тому

    Great video !!

  • @otonielh.f.7048
    @otonielh.f.7048 6 місяців тому

    This is the most informative video about the topic I have seen. Thank you for such precise and straightforward information.

  • @tiffanydavis172
    @tiffanydavis172 Місяць тому

    Thank you very informative.. Great Job..

  • @quinlanbaylor
    @quinlanbaylor 7 місяців тому

    I just got accepted to Antioch University's CMHC probably! This was a great intro to what to expect - thanks for bringing your energy into the conversation!

  • @LC-nk5nr
    @LC-nk5nr 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for this uplifting and informative video! I've wanted to be a therapist or counselor all my life and have been letting fear/doubt get the best of me. I finished my BS in psych last year and am starting to look at masters programs...now it's mostly a matter of deciding between LPC or LMFT + cost of each.

  • @TheRussianWookie
    @TheRussianWookie 10 місяців тому +1

    Awesome video

  • @humanbeingmatt4811
    @humanbeingmatt4811 3 місяці тому

    Incredibly helpful video. Thank you

  • @WenDavis
    @WenDavis 6 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for this video! Very helpful information.

  • @user-cw6bi9sv3o
    @user-cw6bi9sv3o 5 місяців тому

    This was amazingly helpful. Thank you.

  • @DJKBrooklyn
    @DJKBrooklyn 4 місяці тому

    This video is gold. Solid information and helpful.

  • @SimplyPhilip
    @SimplyPhilip Місяць тому

    Great video, bro. I am considering applying to UNC next year! I love your passion for this topic! Best wishes for your future!

  • @cdub4834
    @cdub4834 4 місяці тому

    Just subscribed to you man. Thanks for making this video it was very helpful info!

  • @rebeccamarrero2
    @rebeccamarrero2 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for this video! Very helpful

  • @michelletharp7313
    @michelletharp7313 14 днів тому

    Thank you for this video! Finishing up my 1st semester and wanted to see other's viewpoints. Def helped and I had a few laughs with your comments (all true so far:-)...win, win! Lol

  • @leahtolbert4055
    @leahtolbert4055 3 місяці тому

    Great video! Thanks for sharing ;)

  • @everythinglaurenlex5873
    @everythinglaurenlex5873 8 місяців тому +2

    Awesome video! I’ve been speaking with advisors and think I finally found a program! Best of luck on your journey!

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  7 місяців тому

      Thank you! You too!

  • @GIDLE_Neverland22
    @GIDLE_Neverland22 10 місяців тому +3

    I’m starting my classes next week! I been nervous but your video helped so much. Thank you

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  10 місяців тому

      Good Luck! Nerves are apart of process but they leave in no time.

  • @marquesjones774
    @marquesjones774 10 днів тому

    Great video! I’m starting my masters in cmhc in August

  • @EsaiasV
    @EsaiasV 7 місяців тому

    Congratulations brother. I'm happy to see you pursuing something that helps you and community.

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  7 місяців тому

      I appreciate that

  • @mailman248
    @mailman248 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for this information. Just got accepted to a master's degree program. I will have to take out some loans, but my bachelors was paid for by the military.

  • @malvelusOne
    @malvelusOne 6 місяців тому +1

    Stay grindin' King

  • @juliepozsonyi2147
    @juliepozsonyi2147 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much !!!

  • @jayceeyu6832
    @jayceeyu6832 8 місяців тому +2

    You are awesome! Appreciate your video, very informative and helpful

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @tomv4876
    @tomv4876 4 місяці тому

    thanks so much, this is so helpful

  • @dwaynerivera
    @dwaynerivera 10 місяців тому

    Good video bro. Thank you

  • @LanaREM
    @LanaREM 5 місяців тому +4

    Hi! I’m 22 and I just started the program last week. I was worried because I graduated college last semester and I do not have any work experience. But thank you for your encouraging words!! I will come back to this video every time I feel anxious! Also, I love “Don’t go through the program, let the program go through you.” That’s something I’ll keep in mind. Thanks!

    • @andrewc5476
      @andrewc5476 4 місяці тому

      what was the interview like? i heard that its in a group interview set up?

    • @LanaREM
      @LanaREM 4 місяці тому

      @@andrewc5476 Hi! yes, mine was a group interview, There were 3 other interviewees and 2 professors.
      Are you asking about the questions that were asked? I was asked about 6-7 questions and the interview was a little over an hour. Questions were something like “Why did you choose this program at this University out of other available choices?” “What is your weakness and what are you doing to work on it?” “What is your coping mechanism when you’re stressed.” And some were questions with specific scenarios, something like: “If your client has a different world view, how would you approach this client?” Although not exactly worded like this.
      Hope this helped!

    • @andrewc5476
      @andrewc5476 4 місяці тому

      @@LanaREM Did you ever get stuck in a question? Like the last one seems like it would of made me think for while

    • @LanaREM
      @LanaREM 4 місяці тому

      @@andrewc5476 Yes I did get stuck on a question! I let 2 other people answer first so I get an idea of what to say. My hands were literally shaking 😅 but my interview was on zoom so luckily they didn’t see me shaking. For a question (I can’t remember which) I was too nervous I couldn’t fully process what was being asked. So listen to other people first if you ever feel unsure of what to say!

    • @andrewc5476
      @andrewc5476 4 місяці тому

      @@LanaREM Ive heard from a couple of youtube videos that they might give you a case study to see how you interact with others. were you given one?

  • @Naijakourtney84
    @Naijakourtney84 11 місяців тому +1

    I’m from NC as well.I’m nervous. I start on the 21 th of August. I know what it’s like from the client side, but not the therapist side. It’ll be different for me. Thank you for this video.

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  10 місяців тому +1

      If you ever need any advice. Link in with on IG

    • @Naijakourtney84
      @Naijakourtney84 10 місяців тому

      Thank you , for that

  • @jyrahmalloy1547
    @jyrahmalloy1547 4 місяці тому

    Do you have any recommendations on books we can start looking into? Can you mention what you read and all that?

  • @michaelrodriguez7380
    @michaelrodriguez7380 11 днів тому

    Considering this as a career shift. I've been told by some folks that if you compare a well respected school to a joe shmow school, you lose out 10 outta 10 times... Is that a regional perspective?

  • @Vaibhavirathod0
    @Vaibhavirathod0 2 місяці тому

    I’m very confused right now coz i don’t know which course i have to choose I’m stuck between rehabilitation counselling and public heath plz suggest me and what the salary and job type plz

  • @nibiba24
    @nibiba24 5 місяців тому

    Hi, thank you for the video, it is very encouraging. I just started my program. Could talk about grants? How to obtain, where to find them and qualifications. Regards 😊

  • @milesharaynea8728
    @milesharaynea8728 2 місяці тому +1

    Would you happen to know of any sites for scholarships?

  • @philderrick6305
    @philderrick6305 3 місяці тому

    Taking 3 classes in fall and spring and 2 classes in the summer how long did it take you to complete the program?

  • @ursieg
    @ursieg 4 місяці тому

    What's the cheapest program?

  • @user-oq4mm5pu9u
    @user-oq4mm5pu9u 4 місяці тому

    Great video. What difference does it make in if the program is only regional accredited but not cacrep or coamfte accredited?

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  3 місяці тому

      It must be cacrep or coamfte accredited. If not you run the risk of not being able to cert with your state!

  • @jrdamien
    @jrdamien 23 години тому

    What program costs $12K???

  • @SoftLifeK
    @SoftLifeK Рік тому +2

    I start my program this fall and all I want to do is be finished already 😅

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  Рік тому +1

      Whatup twin, its been a minute! Congrats though. Its gonna fly past quick

    • @SoftLifeK
      @SoftLifeK Рік тому

      @@ysbeats1 I was literally searching for day in the life of a CMHC graduate and you popped up! I’m so proud of you 🥹. I swear we used to talk about what we were gonna do and now we are doing it. 🙏

  • @oscarsalazar6587
    @oscarsalazar6587 5 місяців тому +1

    how many classes did you take each semester?

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  5 місяців тому +1

      3 during fall/spring | 2 during summer

    • @philderrick6305
      @philderrick6305 3 місяці тому

      @@ysbeats1in this 3 and 2 format how long did it take you to do the program ?

  • @jacorianbrown
    @jacorianbrown Рік тому +1

    I’m looking into this graduate program. I will have a BS in criminal justice in May and I want to do the counseling side. Any advice or tips?

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  Рік тому +1

      My bad I'm just seeing your comment.
      1) There are different ways to become a therapist i.e., LPC, LCSW, PSYD, LCAS.
      2) Think about your dream population you want to work & how you can capitalize on the opportunity to bring your services to them.
      3) Don't pay over the top for any program $$$$, find a quality program with affordable prices

    • @TheMsgodiva
      @TheMsgodiva 9 місяців тому +1

      I have my BS in criminal Justice and thinking of the of going the same route. I am interested in LMHC and looking into SNHU.

  • @JaiixNiicole
    @JaiixNiicole Рік тому +1

    Hello, do you have social media or an email? I’m about to graduate with my MA in psych and I’m interested in clinical mental health and wanted a little more information.

    • @ysbeats1
      @ysbeats1  Рік тому +1

      Sure.
      instagram.com/seanfromtheville/