Psychologists have a minimum 6 years of academic training and supervised experience.
They may also hold a Masters or Doctorate level qualification in psychology. They usually hold a Masters or Doctorate level qualification in psychology. With a Doctorate (PhD) they are addressed as ‘Dr’ but they are not medical doctors.
Clinical psychologists have special training in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.
Read MorePsychiatrists are medical doctors, they can prescribe medication, diagnose illness, Manage treatment and provide a range of therapies for complex and serious mental illness.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors with at least 11 years of training – usually more.
They first do a medical degree at university. Next they spend at least 1 or 2 years training as a general doctor. They then complete at least 5 years training in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.
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A life coach is an individual who helps us focus on our present life. Helps us move forward with realizing positive goals in their personal and professional life with certain big and small adjustments.
They provide perspective and practical frameworks and exercises to help discover and achieve positive change in an individual's life.
Read MoreTherapist Consultation falls under a broader umbrella of Professionals which include, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Marriage counselors, Life coaches and Social Workers.
Therapists assist their clients make decisions and clarify feelings and provide overarching support and guidance.
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