tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post6521192263697958072..comments2023-03-25T05:49:26.326-07:00Comments on Help For Victims Of Betrayal Abuse : Choosing a TherapistMakemyburdenlighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08272103698183036082noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-25083341825273012802017-12-11T10:39:36.704-07:002017-12-11T10:39:36.704-07:00A psychologist may choose to use the term counselo...A psychologist may choose to use the term counselor,to make their title feel less intimidating to those who feel seeing a psychologist means they are messed up, rather than just needing help. But an LCSW may not choose to go by psychologist, because they don't meet the requirements to do so. The titles and qualifications are not interchangeable. Princess Muhmahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13028050302397035434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-28583801762145446192017-08-01T21:59:26.081-07:002017-08-01T21:59:26.081-07:00The post is really great and it is very nice to re... The post is really great and it is very nice to read and getting information.<br /> <a href="https://goldenslot.gclub-casino.com/" rel="nofollow">โกลเด้นสล็อต</a><br /> <a href="https://www.gclub-casino.com/baccarat/" rel="nofollow">สูตรบาคาร่า</a><br /> <a href="http://www.sundasc.com" rel="nofollow">gclub</a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05139866383559548854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-87221387040217323542017-04-25T14:02:34.756-07:002017-04-25T14:02:34.756-07:00I googled the name of your blog, and this post (wh...I googled the name of your blog, and this post (which I was looking for) was the second hit. Thanks!Kilee Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15244829278593680810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-3482490028361420202015-04-13T12:36:05.153-07:002015-04-13T12:36:05.153-07:00In the United States, licensure as a licensed prof...In the United States, licensure as a licensed professional counselor occurs at the state level and requires a master's degree in counseling or a related field. My old supervisor was an LPC, but he had a master’s degree in psychology. I have also heard professionals with a degree in psychology call themselves "counselors" and/or "therapists." More important than the title is their background and the relationship that you have with them.The AngelArkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14389951542614361648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-63930561607849736082015-04-13T12:25:57.201-07:002015-04-13T12:25:57.201-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.The AngelArkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14389951542614361648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-60279772806684721452015-04-13T12:19:29.163-07:002015-04-13T12:19:29.163-07:00I just wanted to add some clarification to this po...I just wanted to add some clarification to this post from the perspective of the counselor. I don't quite agree with your definitions of a counselor vs. a psychologist. I am actually a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a bachelor's degree in social work, and a Master's degree in social work as well. I don't tell people I am a social worker, because they assume that social workers are case managers. They are at the bachelor's level. However, with a master's degree in social work and a full clinical license, I am trained to do all those things you defined under a psychologist. <br /><br />But I actually call myself a counselor or therapist, because people know what that means. As with social work, you can have a degree in psychology at the bachelor's, masters, and doctorate levels. While there are some small differences in background, any degree that has a master's level with a focus in counseling, has the qualifications and training to complete detailed assessments and diagnosis. <br /><br />I have a background in trauma and abuse issues. I started working with women with a history of sexual abuse as a child, and that recently expanded to wives of pornography addicts, because the elements of trauma are so similar. It is also why I read a great deal of WoPA blogs, so that I can keep up to date on the issues that they are dealing with, and because I am genuinely invested in the women who share their deeply personal stories. I cheer for you, weep with you, and root for you.<br /><br />I know I am getting technical here, but I would hate for any of your readers to feel like they were in the wrong place just because the professional called themselves a "counselor", and the potential client didn't believe they were qualified to find the root of the symptoms, such as the messages they received from past abuse/trauma.<br /><br />Having said that, I wholeheartedly agree with your last paragraph. I find that most of my clients end up with me for a reason. But occasionally, I have a client that even I recognize that I am not a good fit for. Ask questions about their background and their focus. If you don't feel that you are on the same page, clarify your feelings for them and point it out when you disagree and why. As a therapist, we have pretty good skills (hopefully...) that help us to use that information for the client's benefit. And we can admit when we are wrong or on the wrong track if you share your perspective. And if you are still not feeling that the counseling is helpful, then absolutely, look for a better fit.<br /><br />I don't usually post, but since I am here, I just wanted to thank you for the post about what women wish their bishops knew. I have forwarded that to friends of mine who are bishops, and that was also helpful for me as a counselor. I work with bishops regularly, so it is great information for us to use with the clients and with the bishops. Thank you!The AngelArkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14389951542614361648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-44801515002577055022015-04-13T07:31:00.581-07:002015-04-13T07:31:00.581-07:00Oh , and thank you for this , it is very helpful t...Oh , and thank you for this , it is very helpful to discern between the two ...thank you !Hopehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01324275444199174378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9125950879300674244.post-45487554693433199662015-04-13T06:58:44.320-07:002015-04-13T06:58:44.320-07:00I am a little confused , this is a counselor / psy...I am a little confused , this is a counselor / psychologist for the spouse , both or the addict your talking . The EMDR sounded so helpful , so I pursued it with two different ones and never got to actually DO it because they want to spend so much time "" preparing "" for it and teaching me other trauma relieving techniques . That was a bummer .Hopehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01324275444199174378noreply@blogger.com