Occupation
Clinical psychologist
Clinical psychologists assess and treat psychological distress and disorder using structured assessment and evidence-based talking therapies. A distinctive part of the role is formal psychometric and neuropsychological assessment, which few other professions do. Training is long and competitive, and much of the work is emotionally demanding one-to-one contact.
Also known as: Psychologist · Clinical psychology practitioner
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What the work involves
Conduct clinical interviews and administer standardised psychological assessments.
Score and interpret test data and write formulations that explain the presenting problem.
Deliver individual, family, or group therapy using structured protocols.
Review progress against agreed outcome measures and adapt the intervention.
Consult to teams, schools, or services about a client's psychological needs.
Maintain confidential records and attend supervision on complex or risky cases.
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How people commonly enter
A psychology first degree followed by an accredited doctoral or professional clinical psychology programme.
A funded clinical training post that combines supervised practice with academic study.
A credential-assessment and registration route for psychologists qualified in another jurisdiction.
Typical training: Postgraduate or professional degree
Licensing: Regulated in most jurisdictions. Confirm the current requirement with the regulator in your province, state, or country.
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Typical work context
- Quiet focus
- Public facing
- Works independently
- High responsibility
- Desk based
Quiet focus · Public facing · Works independently · High responsibility · Desk based
Related interests
- Investigative (analytical)
- Social (helping)
Investigative (analytical) · Social (helping)
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