Question by mz_moss93: what qualities do you need to succeced in an adolescent psychology carrer?

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Answer by EDtherapist
Hands-down, the most important quality to possess in order to be a fantastic adolescent psychotherapist is PATIENCE. :) In addition, compassion, good boundaries, and dedication to your work are essential. An indepth working knowledge of the issues adolescents most frequently struggle with is incredibly helpful as well…

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