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[tovaks]

My History and Systems of Psychology professor showed us clips of "The Music Man" to illustrate a point

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[ravenword]

Your second year would begin next fall, I imagine? I guess one risk is that students you knew at Brandeis might still be there when you start, and it could be uncomfortable for personal and professional lives to mix, given the nature of the profession. Although I suppose there's always the option to reject someone's case before meeting them if there's a conflict of that nature and you recognize their name.

I availed myself of Mailman while I was in school and found it to be a very positive experience overall, so you would definitely have the opportunity to make an impact. Some people will doubtless find it easier to talk to a person close to their own age.

Anyway, good luck!

[tovaks]

I've discussed the Multiple Relationship issue with my Clinical Seminar prof, and she and I are of the agreement that since I was not friends with very many of next year's Juniors and Seniors, it shouldn't be a problem--and in the very unlikely event I do recognize someone, the solution you provided would be the appropriate one. Thanks for commenting! I appreciate it. It's a highly sought-after position, and I dearly want it!

[_elanorgamgee_]

If you can indeed choose not to counsel people that you know, I think the experience would be a positive one! (especially if you're thinking about counseling college students when you finish school)
The experience you had at Brandeis could help you relate to your clients, and knowing that you also attended Brandeis might make clients feel more comfortable with you (Assuming that they're allowed to know where you went to college)

And I believe that you're qualified for the internship, as you are quite approachable and easy to talk to!
Good luck!