Challenges and Opportunities for African-American Male Psychologists

The transition from clinical training to private practice small business entrepreneur is fraught with challenges, setbacks, and opportunities. The skills acquired in graduate and post-doctoral education generally do not prepare most psychologists for the world of private practice. This journey is particularly challenging for black male psychologists, as African-American role models are few and far between, and this article will discuss some of the particular difficulties experience by African-American men in this field.