I am adverse to the idea of taking on more student loan debt/going back to college, especially for a career that I only think I might enjoy, and which would be potentially much more stressful and perhaps somewhat lower-paying (without extensive more schooling) than my current field. Like, why take on more debt so that I can pay it back less quickly/efficiently?

I mean, I could bring in the big bucks, but I'm pretty sure I'd have to go for a doctorate in psych for that - so I could prescribe meds an' all - and I don't fancy myself as a pill pusher, nor do I fancy 5-7 more years of school.

Although I took Intro to Psych courses when I could, the idea that I might enjoy being a psychotherapist didn't seriously strike me until I was 2ish years out of college and on my current "career track."

Also, I think I'd like to work most with young girls w/depression/self-esteem/body image/anxiety issues, and unfortunately, I'm not convinced I have enough of a grasp on it all to help guide others through. I would hope so.