I'm a senior in undergrad trying to earn by BSW. Fingers crossed I'll start grad school for MSW in the fall of 2015.
I have no plans of wanting to become a therapist, but it's likely due to the lack of MSW in my area. After earning my BSW I plan to work with disabled older adults
Nevertheless... I have had issues with trauma, mental illness and SI for years. This was not the reason why I wanted to become a social worker; I wanted to because I love working with people and learning about them. I've been so good so far and I have no visible scars and I'm in treatment.
I wouldn't judge the t, but I would worry.