Jacob Minnig
Jacob Minnig
Internships "The good, bad, and the ugly".
Internships "The good, bad, and the ugly".
Internships "The good, bad, and the ugly".
Saturday 24th July 2021
Jacob Minnig shares his candid experiences as a behavioral health intern, discussing challenges, lessons learned, and client relationships in this episode.
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Jacob Minnig
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Healing Arts
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Internship Realities: Jacob Minnig's Journey Through Behavioral Health
But again it's just time to move on the next phase of your working life and some decide to stay there and some move on.
Ever wondered what it's really like to be a behavioral health intern? Jacob Minnig pulls back the curtain on his own experiences in this eye-opening episode of Behavioral Health Integration. Jacob doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff – he dives into the ups and downs of his graduate school internship, sharing the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned along the way.
From grappling with mental health counseling paperwork to navigating tricky conversations with supervisors, Jacob’s candid reflections are both enlightening and relatable. He talks about how reframing negative experiences helped him grow into a more resilient professional, offering valuable insights for anyone in the field. One particularly poignant part of the episode focuses on the struggles Latino kids face within the mental health system. Jacob sheds light on these unique challenges, highlighting the importance of culturally sensitive approaches in counseling.
He also emphasizes the critical role of building strong relationships with clients and getting creative to keep them engaged during sessions. Jacob doesn’t stop there. He discusses the logistical hurdles of organizing clients and managing time, and why having a supportive work environment can make all the difference. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, Jacob’s journey offers a wealth of practical advice and inspiration.
Tune in to this episode of Behavioral Health Integration to get an insider’s view of the realities of being a counseling intern, and walk away with a deeper understanding of the complexities and rewards of this essential work.