 Unique Histories and Unified Futures: Future Trends for Human Service Graduates Entering Psychotherapy Fields

Abstract

Undergraduate Human Services (HMSV) students are often interested in graduate education and might consider a career as a psychotherapist. The psychotherapy disciplines are primarily composed of psychology, social work, counseling, and addiction counseling, each of which have a unique history regarding their development and approach to clinical work. HMSV graduates aspiring to psychotherapy training need an understanding of the trends influencing the fields of psychotherapy across disciplines. This article presents an overview of trends and factors to prepare the next generation of psychotherapists to work as a unified collective to address societal and individual challenges.