I’m confused as to how much I should expect to earn if I become a psychotherapist
Hi everyone!
Currently trying to make the right decision for myself on whether to go ahead with a diploma as an integrative psychotherapist with a UKCP accreditation. I’m quite surprised by the how many people are saying that earning under £30k is what to expect after becoming a psychotherapist. I’ve heard that many people go onto do a degree without the motivation to get a full practice running and was hoping that if I was motivated to run a full practice and earn excess of £40k then that would be possible. I know it feels a little crude talking so openly about money but lets be candid for a moment! If for a moment we could assume anyone wanting to become a psychotherapist is doing it to help people and not to be a driving their convertible to ascot and go flying on the weekends. I’d like one day to have a family and to buy a house and am hoping they after 6 years of study this would be possible if I was organised and motivated!
Would be great to hear from people’s experiences running a private practice if you feel comfortable sharing on here
All the best x