Being an undergraduate psychology major at Mississippi State University has paved a way for me to potentially serve my community in the way that desire to; after much thought and consideration, I have decided that applying for the PhD program in clinical psychology at Mississippi State University is the best route for me to take in order to make the difference I aspire to make in the lives of others. I would like to specialize in children's clinical psychology, specifically abnormal child psychology, so that I may one day help children who suffer from sociopathological and psychopathological disorders, personality and mood disorders, depression, and anxiety. I would also like to conduct an abundance of research in hopes that I can make some …show more content…
I hope to work either in a children's clinic or a children's mental institution, alongside other trained medical professionals and researchers. The clinical psychology MS/PhD programs at MSU help shape the graduate student by following a curriculum that emphasizes a firm background in cutting-edge theoretical and empirical advances in the field of clinical psychology. This includes coursework in methodology, statistics, theory and assessment of psychopathology, and psychotherapy application, as well as completion of a master's thesis and doctoral dissertation. As a student, my freshman year and sophomore year, I had a 3.5+/4.00 GPA, but my transfer to MSU for my junior year was a big transition for me. I did not do as well as I wanted to my first semester at MSU, however I still preserved and I currently have a 3.59/4.00. My psychology classes have been the hardest for me out of any classes I have taken because they challenge me due to being different in the styles of learning and comprehending the the information that they possess compared to other classes such as Calculus or
I would hope to allow myself to distinguish myself from other students and make myself more prevalent and outstanding in my specific classes. As I would like to purse a degree in Psychology with a minor in Criminology, I would like to become an ‘All around Psychologist’ dabbling in numerous sections of the ‘Psychology life.’ It is my belief that this HBCU would give me all mental and educational tools that will aid me in being the best in my chosen field. It is not that I do not like the educational system at my current university, it is just that i feel as though I can excel beyond measures at my new university coming this Spring.
It was very gratifying for me to help and change the lives of these students. With my personal experiences, my passion for caring for these extraordinary individuals grew stronger. My purpose and vision in life are working with children, especially the mentally challenged; to get the help and support, they require to face the difficulties of life. By earning a Master’s in Psychology in Child and Adolescent Development, I will be able to provide the knowledge, theory, and best practices
I come to Fordham University with expectations of completing my Masters of Art degree in Social Service. As a single parent, I have faced many challenges raising my special needs child. My innovation to help disadvantaged children with social and emotional problems encompassed me to continue to pursue a career in the Social Service Profession. This will increase my chances of being a successful Child Therapist. I am aware, prepared and committed to devoting my time towards my studies at Fordham University as well as taking advantage of all the necessary resources that Fordham University has to offer. My personal, academic and profession experience has given me the opportunity
One of my visions as a psychology practitioner scholar is becoming a clinical counselor. My purpose in psychology is to help people understand their life in a clear distinct way. I specifically want to target children and, help them grow and be more than they have the potential to be. I want to focus on the child development of children based on their environment. I want to be able understand children react the way they do in certain situations. Children have a way of not being able to express themselves fully so being able to help them understand their emotions.
My interest in pursuing a doctorate degree in counseling psychology has been influenced by a combination of life experiences and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Though the path which has led me to this destination is complex, the journey has provided me with the clarity and insight necessary to understand human behavior from a holistic perspective. As I approach the completion of my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I am faced with the unsettling realization that I have more questions than I do answers. This has fueled my innate desire and motivation to continue challenging myself by attaining a doctorate degree from the University of North Texas.
The subject came so naturally to me and I decided to continue my enrollment in sports medicine courses throughout my high school education. As my senior year of high school concluded, I explored the idea of a career in physical therapy by job shadowing at the Idaho Sports Medicine Institute (ISMI). After observing the PTs at ISMI, I was immediately drawn to a career in physical medicine. A few months later, I started my education at Idaho State and felt exactly like I did when I started sports medicine in high school. I was absolutely enthralled with my classes, naturally excelled in all of my coursework, and always had PT school in the back of my mind. I knew I would have to work extremely hard to develop a strong undergraduate transcript and build a competitive application. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have worked relentlessly to maintain academic excellence and currently have a 3.91 GPA. I have also succeeded in making the College of Education’s Dean’s List for five semesters. Unfortunately, I did not receive the honor of making the Dean’s List on one occasion, as I was .02 points below the minimum
After hours of thinking of what special quality do I have that can make my personal statement stand out, I have came to realise that my quality is that I put others needs before my own, more often than I should but I do this because im also a very loving and caring person who would do almost anything to put a smile on others faces. Growing up I have had to deal with many problems such as self-harm and depression due to years of relentless bullying, and I have had to overcome these problems by myself as the psychologists I saw often gave up with me if I did not open up to them about my problems immediately. Due to this I had to do my own research to try and help myself and found myself intrigued by the human brain and human behaviour that we use in everyday life. I also learned from researching that self harm and depression is constantly increasing through the years, and I know I could help people overcome these issues. I feel that psychology can answer so many unanswered questions and help many people. I have always wondered and asked myself questions about the world around me and the people who populate it, this lead me to take religious moral and philosophical studies, which has made me an open minded
For my psychology interview assignment, I had the privilege of interviewing Elaine, who is the Director of Preschool X, which is an educational institution. She reports that she has been in this position for 13 years since its inception. Elaine is a close friend of my aunt, which was how I was able to meet her. She explained that her responsibilities include; the hiring of all personnel related to the school, submission of criminal background checks, the medical reports for all staff and children must be current, and also developed a curriculum for the teachers to execute. She has parent meetings and she deals with parents on a daily basis. For any arising issues, Elaine conferences with parents at least once or twice a week. Have weekly staff meetings regarding the curriculum. She also plays the role as the educational event coordinator, where she would “invite people from the dinosaur museum or alley pond park to come over to her preschool, to enrich the children”.
The first step in my plan is to obtain a Bachelor’s in Science concentrated in Psychology to enhance my knowledge of the world and how we interact with it while building a foundation in the professional and technical skills needed as I continue my education at the graduate level. A science designation will allow me to focus up to 50% of my attention toward both experim...
My decision in taking this course ultimately sprung from my desire to further my education of psychology as it relates to the Financial Planning Profession. I’ve been working in the field for roughly five years which is relatively short when compared to that of my peers. However, it didn’t take long for me to realize that that Financial Planners, while well equipped to give sound financial advice, are not often given proper training in dealing with the complex emotional aspects of their client relationships. Through years of study and the recent
I received Principal’s List awards in elementary school, participated in the International Baccalaureate magnet program in middle school, and graduate in the top ten percent of my high school class. College was personally mandatory for me. If my mom didn’t encourage me to go to college, I had the drive and determination within myself to attend college. Attending a Historically Black College/University (HBCU) was definitely a desire of mine, and I knew I wanted to attend a school in Georgia in order to receive HOPE scholarship. I originally choose Albany State University because it was the only HBCU in Georgia to have an accredited Forensic Science degree program. Soon after I got here, I decided to change my major to Psychology. The reason for this was the realization of not enjoying lab work, and I was also more interested in the science of arts rather than natural sciences. Psychology is a very interesting and intellectual field of study and I enjoy the opportunities to observe and interact with others who have the same interest. Once I receive my B.A. in December, I plan on attending graduate school for the study of marriage and family therapy, and I would like to receive a Ph. D in Clinical Psychology. I have yet to decide on a school, but I am working on making my decision at the moment. My long-term career goal is to become a marriage and family psychologist and own my own practice. I would also like to work
I am writing this letter because I am highly motivated to do the Health Psychology master’s program and I want to be considered as a candidate. I have a Bachelor’s Degree of Psychology from Budapest, Hungary with the highest grade 5. My qualification has already been sent to UK NARIC and the Statement of Compability will arrive to you shortly at the beginning of September. I am applying for this course because I have always wanted to be a psychologist and the Cardiff Metropolitan University can provide my next step to do so.
From a young age, I was drawn to the healthcare field, not because the amount of money doctors, nurses and other health professionals made, but because of the dedication and contentment I saw on their faces helping someone in need. Growing up everyone wanted to become a doctor or a nurse and as a little child being a doctor or a nurse was a profession many parents wanted their child to pursue as a career. Needless to say, I fell into that category because I had high hopes that one day I will become a nurse. However, that dream came to a halt.
program in Clinical psychology with a concentration in Neuropsychology. I aspire to become a proficient Clinical Neuropsychologist in a hospital or private practice and later, hopefully open my own research center. I am fascinated by the complexity of the human brain and its endless capabilities. I yearn to continue learning about the brain and apply the knowledge I have gained to improving the quality of people 's life. With this in mind, conducting research is an imperative aspect of any psychology graduate program. This prestigious internship will introduce and provide me with the background on research that I will utilize during my graduate experience and beyond. It will enhance my analytical thinking skills and build upon my hands on laboratory experience. The program will equip me with knowledge and skills, which are valuable to my academic and career
From the first moment I wore my white coat, I planned a career that created meaningful connections, provided an intellectually stimulating environment, and an openness for creativity. It is for these reasons I believe psychiatry is an ideal field of medicine. Creating a climate of communication for a diverse group of patients accomplishes my goals as a physician.