Types Of Psychologists Flashcards
Counselling Psychologist
Works with the community to solve personal issues.
Clinical Psychologist
Works with people in the diagnosis & treatment of mental health issues & promotion of wellbeing.
Forensic Psychologist
Works with offenders & victims of crime to help them with issues surrounding crime.
Educational Psychologist
Works with students to compose learning strategies that suit their learning style.
Sports Psychologist
Works with athletes to get optimal results when training, competing and recovery.
Organisational Psychologist
Works to find best functions in workplaces.
-team dynamics, communication, work output, performance.
Psychologists
Specialise in creating, teaching and applying psych knowledge.
Psychiatrists
Medical practitioners who specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues.
General Practitioner
Conduct general check ups to assess physical causes to symptoms and nature of the problem.
May refer to specialised psychologist/psychiatrist after assessment.
Neuropsychologist
To diagnose and treat problems associated with the brain and nervous system.