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What's the difference between the difference is between a psychiatrist, a psychologist and a therapist/psychotherapist? As a psychotherapist, I get asked that question a lot!  Clients know what they want/need but often don't know where to get it? A psychiatrist is an MD who has completed medical school and has specialized in psychiatry.  A psychiatrist can prescribe medication and although is well versed in psychiatry is not trained as a therapist.  Psychiatrists are trained from the theoretical perspective of pathology – which says a patient is sick and this what I can give them to feel better.  (So if you need medication - start here.)   A psychologist has their PhD in clinical psychology or a related field, is called a doctor but is not a medical doctor.  A psychologist has been trained in research and testing as well as the therapist model..   A psychologist cannot prescribe medication but can do extensive psychological testing as we...