So You Want To Be A Psychologist PODNOTES

Most people who want to be clinical psychologists don't fully understand what the role involves until they're already years into trying to get there. This episode fixes that. Dr Anindita speaks with Zara about what drew her to the field, what the reality of the profession looks like from the inside, and what aspiring psychologists need to understand before they invest years in this path. If you're wondering whether clinical psychology is right for you — and what it actually takes to succeed — start here. Want to get started right away? Our Resource Pack (£10) includes: a checklist for assistant psychologist applications, a CV template, a UK DClinPsy application timeline, and additional reading; a perfect first step in your journey. Available now at https://www.affinitiplus.com/podnotes. Have a question about this episode? Join the conversation in our Substack community — ask Dr Anindita and Zara directly. We read everything: https://affinitiplus.substack.com/publish/chat?utm_source=chat-checklistWe built this series for you and we want to keep improving it. Tell us what you need more of, what questions you still have, and what would make this resource more useful for aspiring psychologists:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-FLJhzVXUGiJcpdhcpDWEIvf64TJScpypt5Y4IMTtd3HXwA/viewform Timestamps0:00 - 2:29 → Introduction to So You Want To Be A Psychologist2:29 - 6:01 → Introducing Dr Anindita Sarkar and her reasons for pursuing clinical psychology6:01 - 7:30 → Tips for facing the level of competition in the field7:30 - 8:16 → Episode wrap-up This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit affinitiplus.substack.com

So You Want To Be A Psychologist is a free five-episode podcast series for anyone interested in or preparing for a career in clinical psychology. The series explores what the pathway actually looks like in practice, from building experience, to applying for assistant psychologist roles, to getting onto the doctorate in clinical psychology. Hosted by Dr Anindita Sarkar, Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 26 years’ experience, and Zara Tandy, Assistant Psychologist at Affiniti+. Full series launches 5th May 3pm, available here on Substack, as well as on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit affinitiplus.substack.com