Psychiatrist vs psychologist

Psychologists & Psychiatrists

1. Psychologist – 4-year degree, talk therapy, not a doctor, no referral needed, registered with Psychology Board of Australia, specializes in psychological testing & assessment.

2. Psychiatrist – 5-year medical degree + 4 years psychiatry specialization, prescribes medication, trained as a doctor, treats mental illness, referral needed, registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

3. Relationship Between Psychologists & Psychiatrists – Both work in mental health, understand the brain, emotions, feelings, and thoughts, and conduct psychotherapy.

Types of Psychologists

4. Social Psychologist – Studies group dynamics, prejudice, bias, bullying, crime, substance abuse.

5. Neuropsychologist – Assesses & treats disorders linked to brain conditions.

6. Counseling Psychologist – Helps people recognize strengths and cope with problems.

7. Developmental Psychologist – Studies human development across the lifespan.

8. Organizational Psychologist – Studies workplace behavior, improves performance.

9. Clinical Psychologist – Assesses, diagnoses, and treats psychological disorders.

10. Educational Psychologist – Studies learning processes, helps students improve.

11. Forensic Psychologist – Works with law enforcement, creates criminal profiles.

12. Sports Psychologist – Studies athletes' mental health & performance.