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a scientist trained in psychology
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psychology A psychologist is a social science social scientist who studies psychology, the study of the human mind, thought and human behaviour. Psychologists are usually categorised under a number of different fields, the most well-recognised being clinical psychologists, who provide mental health care, and research psychologists, who collect, investigate and analyse aspects of human behaviour.Unlike psychiatrists, psychologists are not physicianmedical doctors and hence are unable to prescribe psychiatric medications. Psychologists however do generally have doctoral degrees, either a Doctor of PhilosophyPh.D. or a Doctor of PsychologyPsy.D.. However prescription privileges in the United States have recently changed and some psychologists are gaining prescriptive privileges, specifically in New Mexico and Louisiana.
Types of psychologist - Psychologists are often categorised under different fields or disciplines. Clinical psychologists and Counselling psychologists often work in counseling centres, hospitals and clinics. They diagnose and evaluate mental and emotional disorders, and use tools such as psychotherapy and hypnosis to treat affected patients. They conduct interviews and psychological tests, and may conduct complex treatment programs, sometimes in conjunction with physicians or other specialists. Occupational Psychologists are concerned with the performance of people at work and in training, with developing an understanding of how organisations function and how individuals and groups behave at work. Their aim is to increase effectiveness, efficiency and satisfaction at work. Research psychologists study behavioural processes by experimenting on human beings and animals. They work in universities and private research centres, as well as for government organisations and often contribute to fields including marketing, design, and different forms of drug and chemical research. Common areas of research include memory, motivation, and factors affecting behaviour and development.
Statistics - These statistics are from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, information dated 2002 unless noted otherwise. Employed psychologists: 139,000 1/4 self-employed 3/10 employed by educational institutions (in positions other than teaching) Median income for clinical psychologists: USD$51,170 Median income for industrial/organisational psychologists: USD$63,710
Restrictions on the use of the label 'Psychologist" - In New Zealand, the use of the title 'psychologist' is restricted by law. Initially, only 'clinical psychologist' and 'registered psychologist' were restricted (to people qualified as such). However, in 2004, the use of psychologist is now limited to only those registered psychologists (including clinical psychologists). This is to prevent the misrepresentation of other psychology qualifications in the mental health field. Academic psychologists (e.g., social psychologists) are now only able to refer to themselves as 'Researchers in Psychology'.Similar restictions apply in the United States, although application of these restrictions varies state-by-state. For example, School Psychologists, tend to have fewer years of course-based training and practice (e.g., residencies and fellowships) and less experience in conducting independent research than Clinical Psychologists. (Some School Psychologists may have earned a doctorate (Ed.D., Psy.D., Ph.D.) but the vast majority have completed Master's degree training (M.Ed., M.A., M.S.) or Educational Specialist training (Ed.S.) only. Clinical Psychologists, by definition, have completed a doctorate). For this reason, individuals with training in School Psychology cannot be licensed as a Psychologist, ''per se''. Similarly, many states restrict the work of Clinical Psychologists to function in public schools.
See also - Psychology List of psychologists List of psychological topics
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Pyramid energy
development of energy pyramids, spiritual arts, energytraining, research in the use of kundalini yoga, chakrahealing, feng shui
http://www.pyramidenenergie.org/
Psychologist Eliazon
Psychologist teacher provides models and jobs för prosperity kids and people
http://www.eliazon.com
Shara Sand, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist
I offer a wide range of psychotherapeutic services to adolescents and adults, with expertise in working with those from Jewish, Asian, Hispanic and African-American cultures. I specialize in issues relating to sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity, coming out and establishing a positive identity. I also specialize in working with those in the creative and performing arts. I have a sliding scale fee and am reimbursable by most insurance companies as an out-of-network provider. Additionally, I am available to organizations for lectures and workshops on a variety of topics pertaining to the specialties below.
http://www.drsharasand.com/
transformational coach
Dr. Holt provides one-on-one consultations (in-person and over the phone) for individuals interested in transforming their lives. Specialties include relationships, PTSD, abuse, trauma, self-esteem, grief, loss, GLBT, anger, anxiety, depression, spiritual shifts. Techniques include EMDR, NLP, TFT, hypnosis, short-term goal-setting.
http://www.drjenniferholt.com/
David Phillips, Ph.D.
Dr. Phillips is an expereienced psychologist in Atlanta specializing in marital counseling and individual psychotherapy.
http://www.atlantapsychology.com/
American Psychological Association
Promotes research and represents the professional interests of psychologists in the United States. Includes information on publications and conferences, and a find-a-psychologist referral feature.
http://www.apa.org/
RDN Virtual Training Suite
University of Bristol tutorials for persons involved in education on how to use the internet in their academic fields: contact information, news, trainers details, message board.
http://www.vts.rdn.ac.uk/
U.S. Dept. of Labor -- Bureau of Labor Statistics
Official website of Bureau, with news, current data, articles, links and other information about employment, wages, working and the economy
http://www.bls.gov/
Help Center
Information on many topics including family and relationships. Quality articles and a resource for finding psychologists. Resources for dealing with everyday problems. From the American Psychological Association.
http://helping.apa.org/
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Division 14 of the American Psychological Association and an Organizational Affiliate of the American Psychological Society. This site is for the benefit of SIOP members and those interested in the science of I-O Psychology.
http://www.siop.org/
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