Maybe I can do this...

In this journey I've taken on of becoming (soon I hope) a psychologist, I have been working and taking classes non-stop. I've been challenged in every way possible and a lot of times have felt as if someone with my type of religious beliefs (being a Christian) does not belong in this field. Every class I take, I have had to challenge what is being taught as normal and go against the flow. I have held steadfast in my convictions and despite all A's I have been discouraged a lot of the time. This semester I had to get into the psychology of human sexuality. I was not looking forward to this class because I knew that once again my views would be the opposite of many of my peers. As we have tackled abortion, sex, divorce, and homosexuality I have respectfully been very different from a lot of my classmates (thank you Chrissy for letting me vent to you about them so that I can be respectful to them!).

Just before this Christmas break I had to assess three scenarios as a therapist might. They were tough and between trying to juggle what the book says, holding on to my values, and getting the format correct I was a big mess that I was going to completely bomb this assignment. I made Pete listen over and over again to what I was going to say (poor man knows more than he ever wanted to about elderly sex). I received my feedback today and was so excited and encouraged that I just had to share!

Here's what Dr. S (my instructor and sex therapist for the past 20 years had to say):

"I thought the paper was well written and you clearly demonstrated qualities of a therapist by outlining how a therapist would address each case. These suggestions were appropriate. I think you have the makings of a budding therapist:). Good job in this section."

So YEAH! There is hope that despite my utter disregard for a lot of the notions of psychology (such as people are generally good...NOT) I can logically and in an educated manner hold onto myself and still make a difference!!!!!