PhDiversity Podcast

PhDiversity Podcast is a podcast with two broad goals: demystifying the path to a Psychology PhD program and sharing counseling psychology content knowledge with a focus on diversity. Hosted by Vanessa, a current Counseling Psychology student, she aims to share tips and knowledge she wished she had when applying and entering graduate school and to highlight the areas of her field that could benefit from a multicultural lens.

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Episodes

Episode 6: Hidden Fees in Academia

In this episode I talk about “hidden fees” — unexpected costs that came up as I entered grad school. Hopefully this episode will help you enter a little more prepared than I was! Connect With Us Website: phdiversitypodcast.com Instagram: @phdiversitypod

Mar 14, 2021•13 min•Ep. 6

Episode 5: Application Year

In this episode I talk about the application year— the year that you are applying to graduate programs. I discuss some financial considerations, give a broad timeline that could be helpful to follow, and hopefully relieving some anxiety about what is a very stressful process!! Books and Websites mentioned in this episode Insider’s Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology: Click here APA Website- Search Accredited Programs: https://www.accreditation.apa.org/accredited-prog...

Mar 07, 2021•15 min•Ep. 5

Episode 4: Post-Bacc Years

In this episode I discuss some things to consider during the years between graduation and and applying to graduate school. I talk about the importance of taking breaks, self-reflection, and things I wish I had done during my post-bacc years. Connect With Us Website: phdiversitypodcast.com Instagram: @phdiversitypod

Feb 28, 2021•20 min•Ep. 4

Episode 3: Post-Bacc Job Search

In this episode, I discuss my experience trying to find a research job for the years between graduation and beginning graduate school. I provide tips and places I found helpful during by job search and the application process. Links mentioned in the episode Post-bacc Job Postings: http://clinicalpsychgradschool.org/pbacc.php Connect With Us Website: phdiversitypodcast.com Instagram: @phdiversitypod...

Feb 21, 2021•22 min•Ep. 3

Episode 2: Post-Bacc Options

In this episode, I discuss three possible options I considered taking after graduating from college - getting a masters, going straight into a PhD program, or getting a paid research position. I offer potential pros and cons to consider with each option. Connect With Us Website: phdiversitypodcast.com Instagram: @phdiversitypod

Feb 14, 2021•13 min•Ep. 2

Episode 1: Undergraduate Years

In this episode, I talk about my own undergraduate research experience, the importance of research, how to get involved with research as an undergrad, and hopefully relieve some anxiety about not having it all figured out at this stage. Programs Mentioned: Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF): https://www.nist.gov/surf Pathways To Science: https://www.pathwaystoscience.org/ Connect With Us: Website: phdiversitypodcast.com Instagram: @phdiversitypod...

Feb 07, 2021•23 min•Ep. 1

Episode 0 -- What is this anyways?

An introduction to the host of the PhDiversity Podcast and what to expect in future episodes.

Oct 30, 2019•9 min

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