Who heals the healer? Mental health challenges for young Psychologists

Thelaalttain06 Mar, 2025Health

Imagine stepping into a field where you’re expected to heal others’ emotional wounds while barely knowing how to process your own. That’s the reality for many young psychologists, or what I like to call “baby psychologists,” freshly stepping out of their Master’s programs and into the emotionally demanding world of mental health practice. Recently, I’ve observed a concerning trend: many of these young professionals are grappling with their own mental health issues—stress, anxiety, and even depression—as they navigate the early stages of their careers.