what ruchie said is correct!
I am a school psychologist (I have my masters, i'm working towards licensure now), but as a school psychologist I can work in private practice, at a hospital, provide therapy and assessment to both children, as well as to families. So basically my expertise is in child therapy, and family therapy.
Counselors are generally great, but usually only have training in one particular area (i.e. couples therapy, marriage therapy etc). if you were going to go to a counselor, make sure that they specialize in the areas you need help with.
Psychologists are trained in general therapy (although some have specializations, most are able to handle most situations), research and assessment. However, they are unable to perscribe drugs, and generally deal more with feelings and emotions (i.e. talk therapy, or assessment).
Psychiatrists are trained through a medical model. This means that they are more savy in regards to medical issues, and diagnosed disorders such as antisocial personality disorder, and schizophrenia to name a few. Some psychiatrists counsel, and others only prefer to work in medical sectors perscribing drugs, and working with people with diagnosed psychological disorders.
Generally, if you are diagnosed and need meds, your psychologist would refer you to a psychiatrist. you can then decide to continue to see one or the other exclusively or both depending on the severity of the problems you are exhibiting.
I hope this helps!
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ruchie is so smart!!
