So You Wanna Be a Therapist?

Thinking about becoming a therapist? This episode pulls back the curtain on what the journey actually looks like—beyond the textbooks and Instagram quotes. In this conversation, an LPC-S, LCSW, and LPC-Associate sit down to share their real, unfiltered paths into the field of mental health. From graduate school decisions and clinical hours to supervision, self-doubt, and finding their own therapeutic voice—we’re talking about all of it. Whether you’re a student, an associate, or just curious about the profession, this episode offers insight into: What it really takes to become a therapist The differences (and similarities) between licensure paths The challenges no one warns you about How identity, lived experience, and mentorship shape your work What we wish we knew before we started This isn’t a “perfect journey” story—it’s honest, reflective, and rooted in growth. If you’ve ever thought, “Could I do this?”—this episode is for you. 🎙️ Through the Eyes of a Therapist is all about real conversations, clinical insight, and making mental health feel more human. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/  Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso *This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is never therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own medical/mental health professionals.*