Counselling Psychologist
18AI USED FOR18%moving to58%
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THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Counselling Psychologist
Counselling psychologists help people work through emotional and psychological challenges. They listen, understand and support people facing difficult times - whether that's anxiety, grief, relationship trouble or trauma. They use talking therapies and evidence-based techniques to help people feel better and live better lives.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Who hires for this
NHSThe NHS is the largest employer of counselling psychologists in the UK, offering diverse opportunities across various settings, including hospitals and community health services.MindMind is a leading mental health charity that provides support and services, employing counselling psychologists to help individuals manage their mental health.The Priory GroupThe Priory Group offers a range of mental health services and employs counselling psychologists to deliver high-quality therapeutic care.BupaBupa provides health insurance and care services, employing counselling psychologists to support clients in their mental health journeys.Turning PointTurning Point is a social enterprise that supports people with complex needs, employing counselling psychologists to provide essential mental health services.Local MindLocal branches of Mind provide community-based mental health support, employing counselling psychologists to deliver tailored services.Camden and Islington NHS Foundation TrustThis NHS trust provides mental health services in North London, employing counselling psychologists to work in various community settings.SamaritansSamaritans is a charity offering emotional support, employing counselling psychologists to enhance their services and support volunteers.Rethink Mental IllnessRethink Mental Illness provides support for people affected by mental illness, employing counselling psychologists to develop and deliver services.The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation TrustThis NHS trust focuses on mental health and emotional well-being, employing counselling psychologists in various roles.