2. General Description A certified mental health service provider trained to work with individuals, families, groups, and couples in treating mental, behavioral, and emotional problems.

3. Job titles & organizations  LPC- Murphy Toerner associates  LPC Counseling Intern St. Michaels High school  LPC, LMFT, MALPC, NCC, BCC- Murphy Toerner Associates  LCSW Sophia Therapy

4. Qualifications  Completed an accredited masters program at a CACREP university  3000 hours supervised clinical experience w/LPC supervisor  Take NCE  Adherence to code of ethics  Licensed Professional Counselor All of the above qualifications necessary  Licensed Clinical Social Work [Completed Masters in social work. Must pass state SW exam]  Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist [30% have phD]  National Certified Counselor [used to accredit counselor for the field they would like to apply themselves to pursue clinical experience]

5. Entry Level Positions  Join a firm  Guidance Counselor in Schools  Hospital Worker  Mental Health Rehab  Hospice Care  Open a Private Practice (once licensed)

6. Average Income Licensed Professional Counselor 31,980 Certified Marriage Family Therapist 39,170 Licensed Clinical Social Worker 62,000

7. Availability of Positions  Availability for positions is high (especially for males)  Current Positions available Murphy Toerner & Associates ○ http://murphytoerner.com http://murphytoerner.com Hospital Care Open a private practice Child Counselors ○ Strong demand

8. Relevant Academic & Volunteer opportunities  Internship as an aid to a counselor  Field Placements while in Grad School  Volunteer opportunities within organizations Church Marital Counseling Aid Community Center Aid Non Profit Counseling Aid

9. Things not expected…  Court appearances  “Don't bring your work home with you”  Difference between coaching and counseling  Homework & goal setting are essential to recovery