A Day in the Life of an Inpatient Mental Health Counselor!

What is it really like working in mental health?In this episode of the Time We Discuss podcast, we take a deep dive into the world of inpatient mental health care and explore what it is like to work as an inpatient mental health counselor.If you are interested in mental health careers, psychology, or behavioral health jobs, this episode gives you a real behind the scenes look at the day to day responsibilities, challenges, and rewards of working directly with patients in crisis.You will learn how inpatient mental health treatment works, what counselors actually do during their shifts, and the skills needed to succeed in this emotionally demanding but meaningful career.From leading group therapy sessions to handling crisis situations, inpatient mental health counselors play a critical role in helping individuals navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives.In this episode, we discuss:What an inpatient mental health counselor doesA day in the life working in mental health careThe realities of mental health treatment and patient careSkills needed to work in behavioral healthChallenges of working in mental healthHow to become a mental health counselorMental health is more important than ever, and this episode highlights why careers in this field continue to grow and make a real impact.Whether you are exploring a future in mental health or just want to better understand how the system works, this conversation offers valuable insight into the human side of mental health care.Listen now and discover what it is really like working in mental health.Subscribe for more career deep dives:The Time We Discuss podcast explores real jobs with real people so you can discover career paths you may have never considered.Have questions about working in mental health?Drop them in the comments and we may answer them in a future episode.=================================================================Timestamp:0:00 - Intro0:48 - Difference between inpatient and outpatient care1:12 - What is a typical caseload like for a mental health counselor?2:09 - Typical day for an inpatient mental health counselor2:58 - Let&#39;s talk about crisis teams and interdisciplinary teams4:22 - Different clients, working holistically5:49 - Choosing a different specialty7:10 - Important transferable skills8:17 - Typical hours and after-hours needs9:08 - The importance of self-care.9:47 - Education requirements for a mental health counselor11:07 - Sneak peak at Eric&#39;s books12:08 - Where martial arts and mental health intersect13:05 - Activities that could help with mental health14:23 - Comment on dream therapy14:59 - Information for introverts that are mental health counselors16:48 - Learning from each other18:08 - Common PTO practices19:06 - Thank you to Mickey Mikkelson19:29 - Talent has the floor20:36 - Outro=================================================================Guest Information:Eric FisherEric&#39;s Private Practice WebsiteThe Thumb-Up FoundationEric&#39;s BooksAlso Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:What It Is Really Like to Be a Web Page Designer with Liz TheresaBecoming a Dream Therapist: A Dream Job for the FutureLicensed Professional Counselor of Mental HealthHow to Become a Publicist in 2024 and What Does a Publicist Do?=================================================================Time We Discuss Links:Official Website: Time We Discuss WebsiteOriginal Music: Original Music furnished by Dan SwiftYouTube: Time We Discuss on YouTubeSpotify: Time We Discuss on SpotifyApple Podcasts: Time We Discuss on Apple PodcastsMore Podcast Platforms: Time We Discuss Podcast on Other PlatformsTwitter/X: Time We Discuss on Twitter/XBluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/timew