I'm an undergraduate currently pursing a degree in psychology with a biology emphasis. I do not want to be a psychotherapist- I think that would hit too close to home for me, as someone above mentioned. Instead, I plan on having a career in research, studying the biology and genetics behind psychological disorders. I know for sure that I want to make a difference and contribute to the world of psychology. But I think that my contribution will be through science in a lab rather than doing one-on-one counseling.

I think it's probably quite common for people who have struggled with mental disorders to go into a related field. I personally think that people who have firsthand experience with such disorders are probably better equipped to succeed in said field because they can personally relate and the chances are, they have some sort of passion or empathy for those who experience the same thing.