It is an important matter when discussing licensure and credentialing in the mental health profession. The literature goes on to describe three mental health graduate programs at The University of Houston Clear Lake. These programs are in the area of school and clinical psychology, and family counseling. This university has prepared some of the most professional marriage and family therapy counselors. It is essential for counselors to work together with clinical and school psychologist as a team when needed. There is a demand for mental health professionals in the school system, hospitals, and agencies.
Throughout practice, it is very important for counselors to be creditable, ethical, and be aware of accountability in the mental health profession. There has been several changes within the mental health profession with emphasis placed on accountability. A questionnaire was developed to track the credentialing of new graduates within the mental health profession and credentialing of graduates within the mental health profession several years later. The mental health profession has grown tremendously over the years with an emphasis in the state of Texas.
According to the literature, the Licensed Practical Counselor and family counselor are the most favorable graduate programs to be enrolled in. The University of Houston Clear Lake graduates are most often employed in private practice and community organizations, which shows a more promising salary. The literature also showed that the majorities of graduates in psychotherapy have distinguished studies within their profession, and are able to be productive and ethical mental health professional advocates for their clients.
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