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Career Plan: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Student’s Name:
Institution:
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Career Plan: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
My time as a nanny inspired me to pursue mental health counseling. My passion for
becoming a mental health counselor is the years I spent being a nanny and working with children
from various backgrounds. I want to achieve my dream so I can positively impact children's lives
and become a safe voice for them through advocating for their needs and care. As a mental health
counselor, I will work with children from various ethnic backgrounds, including minority groups,
and create a safe space where they can express themselves without any judgment. Also, I want to
motivate kids to achieve their full potential and advocate for many issues that affect them,
including domestic violence, drug and substance abuse, lack of education, and access to quality
healthcare. Many children suffer from mental health issues such as anxiety and anger issues,
especially those that come from abusive homes, neglect, and homes with drug and substance
abuse issues. My current major in psychology is engaging and equips me with the knowledge
and skills needed to become an effective mental health counselor in the future.
Current Job Salary Discussion
The current average salary for a licensed mental health counselor in Miami, Florida, is
$70,150, but the salary ranges between $62,925 and $77,809 annually (Salary.com). Salary
ranges vary widely based on factors such as education level, specialty area, certifications,
additional skills, and years spent in the profession. The salary price is less in marginalized
compared to the national salary. My passion is to have a positive impact on the lives of
marginalized children who suffer from mental health issues and behavioral problems. I will be
open to working in community outreach centers with disadvantaged populations despite the
salary being lower than the national average. The wages are higher in bigger cities such as New
Career Plan: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Student’s Name:
Institution:
, 2
Career Plan: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
My time as a nanny inspired me to pursue mental health counseling. My passion for
becoming a mental health counselor is the years I spent being a nanny and working with children
from various backgrounds. I want to achieve my dream so I can positively impact children's lives
and become a safe voice for them through advocating for their needs and care. As a mental health
counselor, I will work with children from various ethnic backgrounds, including minority groups,
and create a safe space where they can express themselves without any judgment. Also, I want to
motivate kids to achieve their full potential and advocate for many issues that affect them,
including domestic violence, drug and substance abuse, lack of education, and access to quality
healthcare. Many children suffer from mental health issues such as anxiety and anger issues,
especially those that come from abusive homes, neglect, and homes with drug and substance
abuse issues. My current major in psychology is engaging and equips me with the knowledge
and skills needed to become an effective mental health counselor in the future.
Current Job Salary Discussion
The current average salary for a licensed mental health counselor in Miami, Florida, is
$70,150, but the salary ranges between $62,925 and $77,809 annually (Salary.com). Salary
ranges vary widely based on factors such as education level, specialty area, certifications,
additional skills, and years spent in the profession. The salary price is less in marginalized
compared to the national salary. My passion is to have a positive impact on the lives of
marginalized children who suffer from mental health issues and behavioral problems. I will be
open to working in community outreach centers with disadvantaged populations despite the
salary being lower than the national average. The wages are higher in bigger cities such as New
