psychologist
noun
psy·chol·o·gist
sī-ˈkä-lə-jist 
plural psychologists
: a person who specializes in the study of mind and behavior or in the treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychology
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Telemedicine is also an option, allowing participants to book face-to-face appointments with a licensed therapist, psychologist, or psychiatrist for only $10.
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 July 2024
Meredith Sjoberg, PhD, a psychologist, school counselor, and eating disorder expert, says during the pandemic, some teens were likely feeling profound grief and confusion without knowing how to label, acknowledge, and process those feelings.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 22 July 2024
However, neurologists and psychologists can help determine this through in-person assessments based on questions and lab tests.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 19 July 2024
Many people opt to visit their primary care provider for a referral to a psychologist or psychiatrist, while others with existing mental health providers see them directly.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 19 July 2024
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 July 2024
Meredith Sjoberg, PhD, a psychologist, school counselor, and eating disorder expert, says during the pandemic, some teens were likely feeling profound grief and confusion without knowing how to label, acknowledge, and process those feelings.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 22 July 2024
However, neurologists and psychologists can help determine this through in-person assessments based on questions and lab tests.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 19 July 2024
Many people opt to visit their primary care provider for a referral to a psychologist or psychiatrist, while others with existing mental health providers see them directly.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 19 July 2024
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psychologist
noun
psy·chol·o·gist
sī-ˈkäl-ə-jəst
: a specialist in psychology
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: a practitioner of clinical psychology, counseling, or guidance
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