Psychiatrist vs psychologist

Psychologist

A mental health professional with a 4-year degree who provides talk therapy and specializes in psychological testing and assessment.

4 yr degree

Treats patients using talk therapy 

Is not a medical doctor

Don’t need referral

Registered with the psychology board of australia

Specialise in psychological testing and assessment

Psychiatrist

5 yr medical degree and 4 years study to specialise in psychiatry 

Prescribe medications

Trained as a medical doctor 

Diagnose illness manage treatment and provide range of therapist for complex and serious mental illnesses. 

Need a referral from your GP to see psychiatrist 

Registered with australian health practitioner

Assess both mental and physical aspects of mental health condition

Clinical Psychologist

A psychologist who assesses, diagnoses, and treats psychological disorders.

Social Psychologist

A psychologist who studies group dynamics, prejudice, bias, bullying, crime, and substance abuse.

Neuropsychologist

A psychologist who assesses and treats disorders linked to brain conditions.

Counseling Psychologist

A psychologist who helps people recognize their strengths and cope with problems.

Developmental Psychologist

A psychologist who studies human development across the lifespan.

Organizational Psychologist

A psychologist who studies workplace behavior and helps improve performance.

Educational Psychologist

A psychologist who studies learning processes and helps students improve.

Forensic Psychologist

A psychologist who works with law enforcement to create criminal profiles.

Sports Psychologist

A psychologist who studies the mental health and performance of athletes.

Relationship Between Psychologists & Psychiatrists

Both work in mental health, understand the brain, emotions, feelings, and thoughts, and conduct psychotherapy.

Psychiatrists deals with patients and psychologist researches about the brain