Author 23 Mar 2023

Shortage of Mental Health Professionals: "Alarming Situation"

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a global increase in mental health challenges, with people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues due to the pandemic's social and economic impacts. The pandemic has also highlighted pre-existing mental health challenges and inequalities that existed before the pandemic.

India is one of the countries that have been affected by this phenomenon. Mental health has received renewed focus in the country, with people facing stress and anxiety due to the pandemic's impact on their daily lives. However, India has been struggling with a shortage of mental health professionals, which makes it difficult to address the growing demand for mental health services.

One significant issue is the lack of reliable data on mental health professionals in India. Without this data, it is challenging to assess the extent of the problem accurately and develop targeted interventions. This highlights the need for India to invest in mental health infrastructure, including gathering accurate data on mental health professionals, to address the growing demand for mental health services.

 Global Mental Health Data and Statistics

On The Basis of the Current Situation, there are multiple advantages of online Psychology learning.

The Blog for this week focuses on how online psychology education can fulfill the need for qualified Counsellors and the shortage of mental health practitioners in India.

Practical e-learning experience.

All our trainers and mentors are field psychologists, meaning they are actively practicing their profession and bringing rich knowledge and experience to the table. “Learning by doing” is what we stand by. Project-based learning and “Ask me anything” sessions are unique to our courses.

Job and Placement support

Our company has a world-class assistance system for job and placement Support. In order to support our students and assist them in finding work following our Course, we offer a comprehensive range of services and activities. We are here to support you at every stage, from resume preparation to job fairs to career counselling. We are pleased to have a 95% satisfaction score from our graduates and routinely have one of the greatest placement rates in the psychology industry.

Interactive LIVE lessons. 

We don’t just believe in recorded video lessons. Learning is more fun and engaging with interactive video lessons, where we can connect and grow together.

Support to start own business/self-practicing setups.

Psychologists make great observers and motivators but some fall short of doing the same for themselves. Counsel India is the only platform that provides entrepreneurship training for self-branding and marketing along with course content. We ensure holistic support for our future Counsellors to establish their practices.

Secure future in the field of psychology.

 Job updates, mock interviews, resume building, guidance on career choice, you name it and we have it! We ensure all-round support to secure a placement in the field of your choice in psychology.