Many Californians Can't Get Mental Health Help. Is it Too Hard to Become a Therapist? | KQED
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Despite facing cancer and financial challenges, she re-enrolled in college in 2024 to pursue a degree in social and human services. Supported by a private scholarship, she manages a full course load while homeschooling her daughter and interning at a mental health organization. She maximized her financial aid yet struggles with expenses. Her long-term goal includes obtaining a bachelor's and master's degree to become a licensed therapist, highlighting the workforce demand for mental health professionals.
"The money is not the most important part to me. I'm doing it because I want to be able to add to this lacking workforce. I know that we don't have enough so I will be one extra person to help."
"If all goes according to plan, she's set to graduate with an associate degree in social and human services in January..."
"While pursuing a master's in social work at California Baptist University, Assemblymem..."
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