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  Psychologists
Psychologists employed as faculty by colleges and universities divide their time between teaching and research and also may have administrative responsibilities; many have part-time consulting practices.
Employment of psychologists is expected to grow faster than average for all occupations through 2014, because of increased demand for psychological services in schools, hospitals, social service agencies, mental health centers, substance abuse treatment clinics, consulting firms, and private companies.
Psychologists are trained to conduct research and teach, evaluate, counsel, and advise individuals and groups with special needs.
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  Psychologist
Psychologists attempt to understand people's capacities, traits, and behaviors and to explain their needs.
Psychologists may specialize in a variety of types of psychology, such as clinical, counseling, experimental, developmental, personality, physiological, educational, school, social, research, and industrial-organizational.
Psychologists in private practice may set their own hours, but they may also work evenings to accommodate their clients.
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  Psychologist - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A psychologist is a scientist who studies psychology, the systematic investigation of the human behaviour and mental processes.
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 behavior.
Licensed psychologists generally have academic doctoral degrees (Ph.D.) that are different from the professional degrees of medical doctors in that they require not only coursework, supervised professional training, and clinical internship but also significant academic research experience and original contributions to scientific research in the form of a dissertation.
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 Psychologist
Health facilities employ approximately 30 percent of all working psychologists, while 40 percent work in educational environments, in such positions as counselors, educators, and researchers.
Psychologists working in academic settings have flexibility in their schedules, but the demands on their time are high.
While seeing private patients means a psychologist is her own boss, it also means accommodating patients with evening or weekend hours.
www.princetonreview.com /cte/profiles/dayInLife.asp?careerID=130   (665 words)

  
 Psychologist   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Psychologists study the behavior, emotions and processes of thought to understand behavioral patterns of humans and animals.
Psychologists investigate the physical, cognitive, emotional, or social aspects of the human behavior.
Psychologists are employed by hospitals, correctional institutions, mental health clinics, private practice, public schools, businesses, government agencies and research laboratories.
www.ua.edu /academic/colleges/cchs/ahec/psychologist.html   (129 words)

  
 APA Help Center - Find A Psychologist
A psychologist can help you cope with many of life's problems.
You can also obtain a referral to a psychologist in your area by calling 1-800-964-2000.
The operator will use your zip code to locate and connect you with the referral service of the state psychological association.
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 Psychologists   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Psychologists employed as faculty by colleges and universities divide their time between teaching and research and also may have administrative responsibilities; many have part-time consulting practices.
Psychologists with a Ph.D. qualify for a wide range of teaching, research, clinical, and counseling positions in universities, health care services, elementary and secondary schools, private industry, and government.
Employment of psychologists is expected to grow faster than average for all occupations through 2014, because of increased demand for psychological services in schools, hospitals, social service agencies, mental health centers, substance abuse treatment clinics, consulting firms, and private companies.
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 HOT Careers in Connecticut > Heath Careers > Behavioral Health > Psychologist
Psychologists traditionally study both normal and abnormal functioning, and also treat patients with mental, emotional, and behavioral problems such as depression, anxiety and fears, drug abuse, eating disorders, and problems with self-esteem and stress.
Psychologists contribute solutions to problems through careful collection and analysis of data, and development of intervention strategies - in other words, by applying scientific principles to problems of everyday life.
Psychologists are also expected to take an increasing role in helping our society learn to use and manage technology effectively.
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Psychologists who hold doctoral degrees, can use the title ‘Dr. ’ Psychologists who practice (and hence those who are licensed) typically will have completed their graduate university training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, clinical neuropsychology or educational/school psychology.
Although psychologists are licensed generally and not in specific specialty areas, they are required to declare their areas of competency to the regulatory body and required to practice within the bounds of their competence.
Psychologists must retain records of their contacts with clients and these records typically include details about the clients presenting problem and history, psychological test data and any diagnoses made, as well as details about sessions attended.
www.cpa.ca /Psychologist/psychologist.htm   (2154 words)

  
 Going to a Psychologist, Psychiatrist, or Therapist
Well, sometimes kids and adults have problems that can't be seen as easily as a broken bone or a runny nose.
There are many reasons to see a therapist, psychologist, or psychiatrist, but the biggest reason is so that you can start feeling better.
The first visit is about understanding the problem that you need help with and is a chance for the psychologist, therapist, or psychiatrist to get to know you a little bit.
www.kidshealth.org /kid/feeling/emotion/going_to_therapist.html   (696 words)

  
 Health Careers - Psychologist   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Psychologists and Psychological Associates study the behavior, emotions, and thinking processes of humans to better understand their behavior.
Psychologists may also work with students in schools to evaluate academic skills, learning aptitudes, social skills, self-help skills, personality and emotional development.
School psychologists determine eligibility for special service programs and work directly with students or families to help solve conflicts and problems related to learning and adjustment.
www.ichs.uaa.alaska.edu /careerguide/careers/psychologist.htm   (426 words)

  
 About Division 47 : Becoming a Sports Psychologist   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Psychologists provide services, teach, and conduct research with populations and in areas only within the boundaries of their competence, based on their education, training, supervised experience, consultation, study or appropriate professional experience.
For example, in the case where a psychologist defends against a malpractice suit, it is important to be able to demonstrate one's competence in one's specialty.
Sport psychologists are interested in two main areas: (a) helping athletes use psychological principles to achieve optimal mental health and to improve performance (performance enhancement) and (b) understanding how participation in sport, exercise, and physical activity affects an individual's psychological development, health, and well-being throughout the life span.
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 To Become a Psychologist
This means that only a person who has passed the state licensing exams, and who therefore has a psychologist license, may call himself or herself a psychologist.
And, because California law reserves the title psychologist to a licensed practitioner, I won’t be discussing fields of psychology such as social psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive and experimental psychology, biological psychology, or industrial-organizational psychology which are unlicensed and usually focus on teaching, research, or corporate consultation.
Then, to get your psychologist license (in California) you will have to study for and pass the licensing exams, which in California are the National Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and the California Jurisprudence and Professional Ethics Examination (CJPEE).
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 Job Guide 2006
Psychologists study human behaviour, conduct research and apply research findings in order to reduce distress and behavioural and psychological problems, and to promote mental health and rational behaviour in individuals and groups.
Psychologists work on a broad range of issues with clientele including children, adults, couples, families and organisations.
Sport Psychologist who provides psychological assistance to people involved in sport and exercise at all levels, who are seeking to enhance their achievement, enjoyment and social interaction.
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 Career: Psychologists   (Site not responding. Last check: )
In general, counseling psychologists work with people who have temporary problems, such as adjusting to changes in life.
Clinical psychologists are more likely to work with people who have deeper, ongoing struggles, such as autism.
Some psychologists focus their practice on treating certain kinds of problems, such as phobias.
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 Psychologist
“Psychologists study the human mind and human behavior.” Psychology is expected to grow much faster than average for all occupations for at least another century.
Psychologists with Ph.D. qualify for a wide range of teaching, research, clinical, and counseling positions in universities, elementary and secondary schools, private industry, and government.
That way if one psychologist is not there one day due to illness or other related problems the other psychologist may fill in for them.
www.netreach.net /~bhohlfeld/career_project/shal/3s_psychologist.htm   (468 words)

  
 MedFriendly.com: Psychologist
A psychologist is a non-medical doctor that specializes in psychology, the study and profession concerning behavior and the related functions and processes of both the mind and body, in human and non-human animals.
However, times are rapidly changing and psychologists in some states have the ability to prescribe medications in certain situations, with appropriate training and supervision by a psychiatrist.
The psychologist that is board certified has been agreed upon by a board (group) of peers (other psychologists) to meet the rigorous standards necessary to practice psychology, and has achieved the highest level of education possible in this field.
www.medfriendly.com /psychologist.html   (565 words)

  
 School Psychologist Certification Rules
The recommendation to issue the preliminary school psychologist certificate shall be made when an applicant has completed the requirements approved by the board as defined in these rules.
An applicant shall meet the requirements for a preliminary school psychologist certificate when his or her application has been received and approved by the institution and the department.
An applicant shall meet the requirements for a school psychologist certificate when his or her application has been received and approved by the institution and the department.
www.michigan.gov /mde/0,1607,7-140-5234_5683_14796-33247--,00.html   (1994 words)

  
 The Seattle Times: Nation & World: Psychologist: Malvo stormy but not insane   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Their testimony contradicts defense witnesses who have described a malleable, obedient Malvo vulnerable to brainwashing by sniper mastermind John Allen Muhammad and unable to tell right from wrong during the killing rampage.
Psychologist Stanton Samenow, who interviewed Malvo eight times last month, said Malvo described himself as independent and emotionless.
Later yesterday, psychologist Evan Nelson testified that Muhammad "had a tremendous influence on this young person, absolutely." But he defined it as idol worship, instead of brainwashing as the defense argued.
seattletimes.nwsource.com /html/nationworld/2001816110_sniper16.html   (415 words)

  
 Clinical Psychologist   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Not only would a clinical psychologist be working with the individuals, they must also be able to with the families of those individuals to set up appropriate treatment plans.
A clinical psychologist has to have the ability to work with others and also be able to help individual needs.
It seems to me that the life of clinical psychologist would be quite hectic, and there does not seem to be much available in terms of free time.
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 Alaska Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing
The Board of Psychologist and Psychological Associate Examiners is staffed by the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.
The board consists of three psychologists, one psychological associate, and one public member.
Psychologist and Psychological Associate Statutes and Regulations AS 08.86 and 12 AAC 60.
www.dced.state.ak.us /occ/ppsy.htm   (437 words)

  
 What is a School Psychologist?   (Site not responding. Last check: )
School psychologists are highly trained in both psychology and education.
After discovering that Carla’s parents were divorcing, the school psychologist provided counseling for Carla and gave her parents suggestions for this difficult time.
School psychologists recognize that changes in the school environment and at home can improve the quality of life for children and their families.
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