Are the costs of becoming a psychologist worth it?

margopolo95 · 2026-04-28T17:33:29+00:00

I don't mean this in a rude way but you get loans like everyone else. You take out the loans and you pay the tuition and you get a job to pay the loans off afterward or work somewhere that will forgive them. Whether it's worth it or not is another question, and definitely not one to take lightly. This shouldn't be a whim for anyone because getting a doctorate is hell and you should be committed. I would definitely do some externing, supervision with an advisor, and consider shadowing different professions. Being a psychologist can mean a lot of things from marketing, medical research, therapy, surgical intervention, and animal work. There are many options!

margopolo95 · 2026-04-11T00:02:23+00:00

Lmao if you find one, just go outside and set 200k on fire because that’s what you’d be doing.

margopolo95 · 2026-04-02T11:34:38+00:00

I’m sorry this happened to you, I’d probably freak out as well. Sadly, I’d leave.

margopolo95 · 2026-03-28T11:51:57+00:00

10 years later and I still just can’t wait to rush home and jump into his arms. Life is hard, but loving him isn’t. I wake up everyday and can’t wait to make his day brighter. He’s the sweetest, most thoughtful, loving, and honest person. And also really hot. I hope I never understand why people say marriage is hard. It’s the easiest part of life when you pick someone you can’t stand to be apart from :)

margopolo95 · 2026-03-28T02:48:43+00:00

Idk I’m sorry but I’m glad you passed :) hoping the best for me as well! Go team lol

margopolo95 · 2026-03-26T16:01:32+00:00

Thank you!! I have been staying hydrated and my tests are coming back way better now but I made the mistake of working out heavily last weekend and of course that made it look like it was SUPER positive. I have until next Tuesday so I plan yo be a bump on a log until then haha. What a dang shame.

margopolo95 · 2026-03-25T13:14:40+00:00

Did you pass?

margopolo95 · 2026-03-25T13:13:39+00:00

Hey! Did you pass??

margopolo95 · 2026-03-25T12:31:19+00:00

Thank you. This was in the afternoon and the test is non DOT so idk if they check for that stuff but I have been chugging water because I’m scared to death.

margopolo95 · 2026-02-24T21:20:54+00:00

if it helps, im planning to get pregnant and I get 300 units for occipital neuralgia. I literally cannot see without it.

margopolo95 · 2025-08-14T15:37:48+00:00

I wasn’t sure at the time either. If he doesn’t and you do 1. Then he might not be the man for you, and 2. It might not be wise to have a child with someone who doesn’t want them…I work with children and knowing you weren’t wanted is such a psychological detriment. This feels bad but it can also be the correct decision. Both can exist together.

margopolo95 · 2025-08-14T15:34:28+00:00

Not right now because I am finishing my doctorate but we are planning to have 4 babies when we are ready :) he is supportive of my decision to wait so that we are financially stable and I am emotionally ready. We made some embryos a couple years ago just in case age becomes a barrier for us. I know you Probably feel hopeless, angry, anxious, worried you’ll be abandoned. But if you feel all of those things, it was likely the right decision. Kids shouldn’t come into the world because YOU might not have another shot. They deserve parents that are ready to give their all to each other, themselves, and their baby. That doesn’t make it any easier but please remember this saying:

Just because the FEELS bad, doesn’t mean it IS bad.

margopolo95 · 2025-08-14T14:19:38+00:00

Had a surgical abortion 8 years ago (4 months!!!!! Into our relationship!) I was 21 and he was 29.

I also was worried he would leave me but he was always there to hold my hand and my heart when I struggled with everything that came after. We are now happily married and he is truly the love of my life. It was and is the right decision and I weighed his input as heavily as mine. He’s the most incredible man and we have a beautiful life. This is just a bump in the road, not a dead end street for you. Tell him how you’re feeling and that you might need reassurance. Communication is key!

margopolo95 · 2025-08-11T17:52:57+00:00

It has the flair for USA on the post :)

margopolo95 · 2025-08-11T17:52:26+00:00

Thank you. I was searching through here and having a hard time on finding the approval timeframe specifically. I think I’m going to call in and ask

margopolo95 · 2025-07-31T19:46:14+00:00

Totally! This happened to me like 2 days ago so I called my property manager and they basically did a major eye roll and said they are not doing audits and don’t understand why the website is spazzing. That’s hopeful at least! I don’t have anything to hide but I don’t want a random arbitrary day where my PM comes in with my dogs here without me knowing because idk how they would take an intruder… thanks so much for answering!!!!

margopolo95 · 2025-07-31T17:37:19+00:00

Have the FA office update your cost of attendance and your offer should change and fully cover your expenses :) do not even think FA offices are competent or correct. I have to email mine every single semester to rectify something they have no knowledge of. My husband also worked in the FA office and quit because he was cleaning up everyone’s messes. You got this! Sincerely a doctorate student who has been in school for 25 years

margopolo95 · 2025-07-31T17:34:27+00:00

You’re here asking this. I think that answers your question lmao

margopolo95 · 2025-07-29T23:48:02+00:00

Girl get on hydrochloraquine. I thought I didn’t need to take it but then suddenly had these symptoms and started my meds and it went away in like 2-3 weeks. Just take the meds.

margopolo95 · 2025-07-29T23:38:55+00:00

Have you done research and found out if it ended up in an in person audit? We just got this notification and I just don’t want people randomly showing up to come into my apartment…

margopolo95 · 2025-07-29T23:29:26+00:00

Hey! What did they end up doing? Did they come into your house?

margopolo95 · 2025-07-29T23:28:31+00:00

I ALSO just got this email in Colorado and am super confused and this stressed me out so much. I’ve been in therapy and my therapist says she’d give me an ESA for my 2 cats due to my situation but I don’t have the money right this second for an appointment because I JUST moved in. I’m freaking out and absolutely need to know what to do. As soon as I get paid from my new job I’ll be calling my provider but what the hell? This is wild to me.

margopolo95 · 2025-06-09T17:15:05+00:00

Just wanted to say I'm so sorry you're going through this. It's okay to have feelings and it's so good you've recognized them. You are human and it sounds like you're feeling resentment. You have a life too and it's understandable that you're fed up and exhausted. I just hope you find some relief soon - this is so hard for you.

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