Psychology Statement of Purpose With Brief Personal Statement

Psychology Statement of Purpose with a Brief Personal Statement

My interest in psychology has over time been stimulated by a number of experiences. Top amongst these is my reading of a book I stumbled upon several years ago. The book, The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, essentially concerns itself with a character by the name Gregor Samsa who one day finds himself turned into a giant vermin. As a result, Samsa ends up experiencing untold emotional and psychological anguish. Although I was only aged 15 when I first read the book, the questions it triggered in me regarding both mental illness and general psychology further prompted my curiosity in the subject. I have also been a member of my campus' Psychology Club. In addition to giving me an opportunity to interact with my peers, being a member of the club also allowed me to learn many other things I would not have ordinarily learnt in a classroom setting. This in a way also furthered my desire to pursue psychology beyond the M.A. In General Psychology for which I am currently interested in.

I view an M.A. In General Psychology as a critical step towards the other specific goals I have set for myself. I am already aware that an M.A in general psychology opens the door to a variety of other opportunities in diverse settings such as law enforcement, mental health clinics, research laboratories, etc. I plan to pursue my education past graduate studies. In the next five to seven years, I plan to have received a Ph.D. In Counseling Psychology. My choice of disciplines is in this case largely founded on my desire to play a prominent role in the improvement of the well-being of people through the alleviation of their maladjustment and distress amongst other things. In addition to entering into private practice, I also plan to offer my services as an instructor in any of the nation's colleges or universities.

I regard myself dependable and inquisitive. I am also an active listener. These are strengths that will come in handy as I seek to identify and effectively address complex problems in practical situations. This is more so the case given that as a counselor in private practice, I will be responsible for the diagnosis of the nature of my client's problems so as to determine treatments that are not only valid but also effective. It is also important to note that in addition to being disciplined and able to perform well under pressure, I also happen to be an effective time manager. I regard these as strengths that will come in handy in my quest to complete both my M.A in general psychology and Ph.D. In Counseling Psychology on schedule.