• Can a psychologist treat mental disorders?

I am a 17 year old female. I want to know if a psychologist can treat mental disorders?

8 Answers

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Santa Teresa, NM

They can if you are looking for therapy, some therapist in some states can prescribe, but I think you should be cautious about meds from a therapist and really talk to a medical doctor and get therapy with a psychologist. Hope that helps.

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist
  • Tupelo, MS

Yes, psychologists can treat most mental disorders with counseling ( psychotherapy) . They are usually very well trained in psychological testing interpretation and scoring. However, they are not medical doctors and are not trained and licensed in most states to prescribe medications. A patient usually sees a psychiatrist , who is a medical doctor that has completed 4 years of medical school and at least 4 years of psychiatry residency, for medication evaluation and maintenance.

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist
  • Columbia, MD

Yes, depending on what the mental disorder is

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist
  • Youngstown, OH

Yes they can do many types of treatment . Primarily in the" talking therapy "category. Psychiatrists also treat mental disorders and often use different types of therapy, but can also prescribe medication.

  • Psychologist | Clinical
  • Chantilly, VA

Yes, psychologist can certainly treat mental disorders and help Individuals come up with a plan that includes diagnosis, treatment, and follow up.

  • Councelor/Therapist
  • Seminole, FL

Yes of course, they are the best

  • Addiction Psychiatrist
  • Paramus, NJ

Can do therapy, which is part of the treatment for mental illnesses.

  • Psychologist
  • Fort Myers, Florida

Check this link out.
https://careertrend.com/can-clinical-psychologists-diagnose-mental-illness-26100.html

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