About: Dr. Julian Navarro, PhD, LCSW

Dr. Julian Navarro, PhD, LCSW, is a clinical neuropsychologist with over 18 years of experience in mental health and career counseling. A University of Oregon graduate, he specializes in psychology and therapy careers, contributing to Pacific Behavioral Insights and speaking at the Northwest Clinical Forum.

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How to Become a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist: Career Guide 2026

How to Become a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist: Career Guide 2026

Cognitive psychologists study the human thought process by examining how people process and store information, especially in regards to subjects like language, decision-making, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving. Their research consists of intensive study of the aforementioned subjects and then applying that information so they can help solve real-world problems and help people understand their behavior and the behavior of others better.

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How to Become an Army Psychologist in 2026

How to Become an Army Psychologist in 2026
Quick Answer Army psychologists are licensed clinical or counseling psychologists who serve in the U.S. Army Medical Department, providing mental health care to soldiers, veterans, and their families. To become one, you'll need a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in clinical or counseling psychology, state licensure, completion of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB),…
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How to Become a Cognitive Neuroscientist: Complete Career Guide 2026

How to Become a Cognitive Neuroscientist: Complete Career Guide 2026

Cognitive neuroscientists examine and understand brain functions and how they relate to behavior and development. Their primary job responsibility is to study and conduct research on how and why humans think and behave the way they do. They combine science and psychological knowledge to try and understand how behavior and actions are controlled by neural activity and functions.

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How to Become a Child Psychologist: Complete Career Guide

How to Become a Child Psychologist: Complete Career Guide

Child psychologists are licensed mental health professionals specializing in treating children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. The career requires a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD), 1,500-2,000 clinical hours, and state licensure. Clinical and counseling psychologists earn a median salary of $92,740 annually (May 2024 BLS) with 3% projected job growth through 2034. The complete path typically takes 8-10 years depending on whether you pursue a master's degree.

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How to Become a Forensic Psychologist: Requirements, Salary & Career Guide 2026

How to Become a Forensic Psychologist: Requirements, Salary & Career Guide 2026

To become a forensic psychologist, you'll need a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in psychology with forensic specialization, complete 1-2 years of postdoctoral supervised experience (varies by state), and obtain state licensure. The process typically takes 10-13 years after high school and leads to a median salary of $117,580 according to 2024 national data.

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How to Become an Educational Psychologist

How to Become an Educational Psychologist
Quick Answer Educational psychologists study how people learn in educational settings and develop research-based teaching methods to improve learning outcomes. Most positions require a master's degree in educational psychology or school psychology. As of 2024, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median salary of $84,940 for school psychologists. The career path typically takes…
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What Is Developmental Psychology? Career Guide 2026

What Is Developmental Psychology? Career Guide 2026
Quick Answer Developmental psychology is the scientific study of how humans grow, develop, and change throughout their lifespan, from infancy through old age. Developmental psychologists examine physical, cognitive, emotional, and social changes to understand how people reach developmental milestones and navigate life transitions at different ages. From a baby's first steps to an adolescent's identity…
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How to Become a Counseling Psychologist 2026

How to Become a Counseling Psychologist 2026

To become a counseling psychologist, you'll need a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD in psychology), complete 2-3 years of supervised clinical training, and pass your state's licensing exam. The entire process—from undergraduate education through postdoctoral training—typically takes 8-10 years and leads to a median salary of $106,600 annually according to May 2024 BLS data.

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