It's great to hear that you have chosen a degree in Applied Behavior Analysis to become a mental health therapist. I can understand the urgency of starting school and getting familiarized with psychology concepts. ABA is an excellent choice to learn about human behavior, as it focuses on the principles of learning and how behavior can be modified through the application of positive and negative reinforcement. One of the pros of this degree is that you will be able to help people in need in a way that is unique to your field. Through your understanding of behavior, you can work with clients to create positive changes in their lives. However, one potential con to keep in mind is that ABA has been criticized for being too focused on changing behavior rather than addressing underlying psychological issues. It's important to keep in mind the importance of understanding and addressing the root causes of behavior, rather than solely modifying behavior itself. You also mentioned psychoanalysis. Have you thought about how you might integrate psychoanalysis and ABA in your future practice?