Health Psychologist

As a therapy professional, you work with people who need help with physical injuries, mental health problems or emotional difficulties. Your job is to work with each person to understand what they need and help them feel better. You might do this through talking, physical exercises, art, music or other methods depending on what will help most. You see people in hospitals, schools, clinics or private offices.

Each day is different because every person you work with has different needs. You might help someone recover from an injury by teaching them exercises, or help someone who is anxious by learning calming techniques together. You listen carefully, are patient and kind, and remember that change takes time. You work as part of a team with doctors, nurses and other professionals, and you keep careful notes about how your clients are getting on. It's rewarding work because you see people improve and reach their goals.