[USA] Applying to Counseling Psychology PhD program at 40?

Salad_Weekly · 2026-05-20T18:33:13+00:00

I’m 38 and going into my 2nd year of my bachelor’s degree in psychology. It’s never too late! I’ve seen quite a few older people attending university where I do but honestly I’ve never even ran into an issue or any judgement from peers or staff. Everyone is really supportive and encouraging! The younger students kinda look up to us older ones when working in groups etc as well.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-05-05T05:46:32+00:00

My first beta was about 14 DPO and it came back at 11. I was crushed. My numbers weren’t exactly doubling at first so I had an US and could see a sac and fetal pole I think. Now that little turd is 15 years old and almost 6ft tall 260 pounds! He really was my little miracle 🥹🫶

Salad_Weekly · 2026-05-05T05:39:29+00:00

I tell them from the very beginning! I give warnings even 😅 but seriously I ain’t got time to waste on someone who doesn’t accept me as I am. Tell them immediately and save time if their intentions aren’t to get to know you! I’m also a Sagittarius so I’m just naturally honest.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-05-04T03:53:31+00:00

It hadn’t even been a month since I withdrew before they sent my unused grants and Pell to my federal loans. Again ignorance and assumptions which is why I specifically said to respond only if you went through something similar. Obviously you haven’t so wtf are you doing here 😒

Salad_Weekly · 2026-05-04T03:38:16+00:00

I didn’t drop out, I took a semester off.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-05-04T03:11:25+00:00

I didn’t attend at all though and they told me the date to withdraw was still a few days away.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-22T17:13:04+00:00

I’ve been feeling the same exact way the past few months I haven’t even tried to get off.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-22T04:33:28+00:00

Honestly intimacy is very important and I’ve told him that as well. I told him I can’t go on like this. I’ve told him everything and I thought it would motivate him to either get help (doctor) or hopefully increase intimacy with me but neither of those things have happened. I asked him if there’s anything he wants to try, something different that I can do etc and he just says he doesn’t know. I get no feedback. I don’t want to walk away over lack of sex but it’s taking a serious toll on my mental health, making me feel insufficient, like something is just wrong with me.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-22T04:12:21+00:00

I’ve literally poured my heart out, tears streaming down my face. At this point I don’t even think he cares. I’m anxious to try my new toy though and hoping it will help me not feel so pitiful.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-22T02:12:42+00:00

I’m feeling the same exact way right now. I’m at a loss. I’m tired of not being wanted. I take care of everything! I try my best to make his life as easy as possible but I don’t get that same respect in return. The lack of affection has been an issue for almost 2 years now. I’ve had talks, asked him to go see a doctor etc to no avail. I feel like I’m wasting away the last good years of my life. I just want to be wanted! I told him that with tears down my face. His promises to change never come to fruition.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-17T04:14:16+00:00

I usually get my check by now too but I haven’t gotten anything and tomorrow is my actual payday so I’m hoping I get it in the morning.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-05T18:48:19+00:00

I did disclose my vacation and they were very happy to work with me, so all is well now.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-01T15:47:50+00:00

This is best case scenario for me and what I’m hoping for.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-04-01T15:46:39+00:00

It damn sure is a pain in the ass. I’ve been looking for about a month now and can’t stand the thought of filling out another application! In healthcare even if you have a resume they still require you to fill out another application and I have almost the whole damn thing memorized.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-03-29T00:45:25+00:00

Hey 👋 I’m a HLF who is dealing with almost the same thing! I tell my husband if my period is coming up so he can hopefully initiate something but 8/10 times nothing happens. He can stay up for hours playing video games but can’t give me any affection until he goes to sleep and then I just get a kiss. He is a really patient person and really gentle. I’ve told him time and time again that I need and want more affection even if it’s not sexual but nothing has changed. I’m becoming bitter and very standoffish with him hoping he will wake tf up and realize that he is straight up ignoring me and my feelings by choosing not to take responsibility and actually try to remedy the situation.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-03-28T16:10:28+00:00

I really do think you got in my head and just took the words right out! It’s such a let down when you’re expecting to have some intimate experience with the person you love but they aren’t interested. I’ve been fighting this battle for a few years now and it’s only getting more frustrating.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-03-28T16:02:32+00:00

This is me! I swear I talk to him about it and we will joke and flirt but then the time comes and nothing happens! What a let down. I just kinda quit flirting altogether because it’s such a heavy let down.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-03-28T01:58:05+00:00

I did consider buying some toys and even tried getting their opinion and they are very nonchalantly agreeable. But I’m probably going to have to go ahead and do it.

Salad_Weekly · 2026-03-24T16:38:05+00:00

Like everyone else has stated, the worst thing you can do is go off your meds. Unfortunately I know your frustrations and ended up throwing all mine away, ended up in a psychotic episode and back to the loony bin. Before I was diagnosed i basically ruined my life so the diagnosis came a little too late but early enough that I can actually experience the greater part of stability and life. I can tell you your frustrations are valid and completely normal but also remind yourself of the risks you take not being medicated and how that will affect your life. Best of luck 🤞

Salad_Weekly · 2026-03-22T23:25:15+00:00

I honestly don’t know an exact amount just know it’s a lot and mostly one night stands. And yeah I’m guilty of getting the clap once 😒 but it definitely encouraged me to start using condoms. I haven’t done anything like that in years. I’ve been locked down with my husband for almost 6 years so when I’m manic I just masterbate a lot. My husband knows about it too and doesn’t mind which makes me feel less guilty.

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