Curious about whether you should see a Counselling Psychologist/Counsellor or a Clinical Psychologist?
Here’s a guide to help you understand their training and how it affects the support they provide:
๐น๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฌ๐ฒ๐๐ก๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ: Trained in essential counselling skills during their Masterโs programs and internships, counselors are equipped to help with everyday stress, relationship issues, and general life challenges. They are active listeners and provide guidance and support to help you navigate your day-to-day struggles.
๐น ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ข๐๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฌ๐ฒ๐๐ก๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ: With advanced training through programs like now P.G. Diploma/M.Psy/PsyD (previously Professional Diploma and M.Phil, clinical psychologists specialize in diagnosing and treatment of complex mental health issues and disorders such as depression, anxiety, trauma, severe mental disorders, etc. Their training includes specialized psychotherapy techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy,ย and behavioral therapies allowing them to offer deeper therapeutic interventions.
Both Clinical and Counselling psychologists are here to support your mental well-being, there is an overlap of core psychology skills, and they provide guidance and support. So how to make a choice is dependent on the type and severity of the challenge one is facing.
Knowing the difference can help you choose the right professional for your needs. Whether you’re looking for someone to talk to or need more intensive mental health support, there’s a trained expert ready to help.
As professionals, we can guide our clients to choose the path that serves their goals and refer them.. This embraces the culture of cooperation, respect, and practice ethically.
