This article considers some of the issues and concerns that confront academic counseling psychologists during the early professional years (6 to 10 years post-Ph.D.). Tenure, competency, role overload/burnout, and mobility issues are briefly discussed. Where appropriate, strategies or coping techniques for dealing with these issues and concerns are presented.
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