How do they match: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

  • Case Manager
  • Health Psychologist
  • Healthcare Science Specialist
  • Behavioral Health Specialist
  • Clinical Social Worker
  • Mental Health Clinician
  • Mental Health Professional
  • Mental Health Unit Psychologist
  • Social Worker

  • Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests. Help individuals with distress or maladjustment understand their problems through their knowledge of case history, interviews with patients, and theory. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. May design behavior modification programs and consult with medical personnel regarding the best treatment for patients.

  • Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
  • Obtain and study medical, psychological, social, and family histories by interviewing individuals, couples, or families and by reviewing records.
  • Provide consulting services, including educational programs, outreach programs, or prevention talks to schools, social service agencies, businesses, or the general public.
  • Provide psychological or administrative services and advice to private firms or community agencies regarding mental health programs or individual cases.

  • Advise others on healthcare matters.
  • Counsel clients on mental health or personal achievement.
  • Direct medical science or healthcare programs.
  • Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
  • Supervise workers providing client or patient services.