Driven to make a difference in mental health: A psychology pathway

Jessie didn’t always think she could do it. She worried she was past the point of starting something new. But with support from her husband, she took a chance – enrolling in a Certificate IV in Mental Health at Chisholm.

That first step changed everything, sparking a desire to keep learning and advancing her skills to help others. She went on to complete a Diploma of Counselling, an Associate Degree of Psychology and is now thriving in the Bachelor of Psychology, achieving top marks along the way.

“I’m really rewards-based, so I like to go one step at a time – it seems more achievable.”

For Jessie, the support from her teachers and the structure of her learning pathway have been invaluable. Studying at Chisholm has given her the confidence and skills to pursue her passion for helping others.

“The pathway has helped me decide where I’m going next in my career, as well as giving me tools to use in my current job.”

Working as a youth counsellor, Jessie is dedicated to supporting children and making a real impact in the lives of vulnerable young people as early as possible.

“I’m a really big believer in early intervention. I think it gives kids access to support they wouldn’t have ever had before, and we can give them coping strategies they can take with them into high school and then adulthood.”

With her sights set on postgraduate study in trauma counselling, Jessie is excited about the difference she can continue to make in the future.