LPC vs LCSW

Can anyone weigh in on these careers? I have been going back and forth between the two. I feel like I would succeed in both positions. I lean towards becoming an LPC because I would like to do school counseling. I like the thought of helping your people meet their goals. In my area school counselors make the equivalent of teachers, which isn’t much honestly. To combat the pay scale I would also practice as a mental health counselor during school breaks and to increase earnings. Does anyone know if this is a logical idea.

On the other hand becoming a LCSW has been something I always wanted to do. If I go this route my goal would be to work in a hospital. I know I’m all over the place but if anyone can shed some light for me it would be greatly appreciated.

Posted Jul 20, 2026, 3:43 PM UTC

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