Many people who work in counseling, care, psychology or medicine and work with people who need physical and emotional support on a daily basis are interested in further training in psychotherapy. However, working full-time as a psychotherapist requires more than just interest and compassion. Sound theoretical knowledge of the processes in the psyche and a good ability to reflect are part of it, for example.
If you would like to find out what other skills and qualities are expected of future psychotherapists, take our free online career test. It will give you a vivid picture of psychotherapeutic work and, based on your answers, give you an assessment of your personal suitability for this profession.