How do they match: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

  • Health Psychologist
  • Healthcare Science Specialist
  • Behavioral Health Specialist
  • Mental Health Clinician
  • Mental Health Professional
  • Mental Health Unit Psychologist

  • 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.

  • Consult reference material, such as textbooks, manuals, or journals, to identify symptoms, make diagnoses, or develop approaches to treatment.
  • Consult with or provide consultation to other doctors, therapists, or clinicians regarding patient care.
  • Consult with other professionals, agencies, or universities to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources or techniques, and to share occupational information.
  • 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.