Whats the difference between a Psychologist, a psychiatrist, and a counsellor or psychotherapist?
A Psychologist Throughout Australia (and most of the world) Psychologists are registered by the State. In order to use the title ‘Psychologist’ in Western Australia you must have a minimum of four years’ university training in psychology and two years subsequent supervised professional practice. The fact that the Psychologists Board of WA registers all Psychologists provides reassurance for clients, as any concerns regarding the conduct of Psychologists can be directed to the Board and will be investigated. All the staff at Amherst Psychology & Counselling are Registered Psychologists. Counsellors and Psychotherapists The titles ‘Counsellor’, ‘Psychotherapist’ or ‘Therapist’ are not registered. Anyone who wishes to can practice as a Counsellor, Psychotherapist or Therapist. A Psychiatrist A Psychiatrist is a medical practitioner who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of serious mental health disorders. Psychiatrists are able to prescribe medications and often work in conjunctio
A Psychologist Throughout Australia (and most of the world) Psychologists are registered by the government. In order to use the title ‘Psychologist’ in Australia you must have a minimum of four years’ university training in psychology and two years subsequent supervised professional practice. As part of their registration, Psychologists are bound by a Code of Ethics, which aims to safeguard the welfare of clients. The fact that the Psychologists Board of Australia registers all Psychologists provides reassurance for clients, as any concerns regarding the conduct of Psychologists can be directed to the Board for consideration. Each of the staff at Amherst Psychology & Counselling are fully registered Psychologists. Counsellors and Psychotherapists The titles ‘Counsellor’, ‘Psychotherapist’ or ‘Therapist’ are not registered. Anyone who wishes to can practice as a Counsellor, Psychotherapist or Therapist. A Psychiatrist A Psychiatrist is a medical practitioner who specialises in the diagn
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