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Starting a Mental Health Care Practice<\/h1>\n
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There are many career offerings in the mental health services field. You may choose to offer counseling services. You can work with those with disabilities, substance abuse issues, or other mental health issues. You can work in private practice or the public health field. Or, instead of offering direct health services, you may use your education to provide advocacy services.<\/p>\r\n

A range of opportunities are available for those in the mental health field. These include:<\/p>\r\n