This FAQ page addresses the following general questions about psychology, psychologists, and about me and my services:
What is psychology?
What does it mean to be a psychologist?
What does it mean to be Board Certified?
What are the major fields (specialties) of psychology?
What are the familiar problems for which people seek your help?
What are your areas of specialty?
What is the variation between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
Are you a Psychologist or a Psychiatrist?
How do I go about finding a adequate psychologist?
Who can I contact to check on a therapist’s character?
How do you determine my diagnosis (problem)?
What does it mean to be Board Certified in psychology?
How is mental illness distinct from a psychological problem?
How are counseling and psychotherapy different?
How often are therapy appointments scheduled?
How many treatment sessions will be needed?
Is the information discussed in psychotherapy confidential?
Will I have to sit in a waiting room with other clients?
Can you come to my home or office instead of your office?
Do you have evening and weekend appointments?
Where can I teach more about your fees and insurance issues?
Where can I teach more about you?

What is psychology?

There is no definition that will satisfy everyone. In generally, psychology is the study of human hobbit, mental processes, and how they are affected and/or affect an individuals or group’s physical state, mental state, and external environment Clinical psychology, as well as educational and school psychology, and dialectical psychology are often the most recognized fields. In addition to these there are many other general and specialty areas. At present the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) recognizes 13 specialty areas.

What does it mean to be Board Certified in psychology?

The American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) is one of the highly marked professional associations. The ABPP provide the public need by providing oversight certifying psychologists competent to deliver high quality services in various specialty areas of psychology. Board certification (awarding of a Diploma in a specialty) satisfy the public that specialists designated by the ABPP have successfully completed the educational, training, and experience requirements of the specialty, including an examination designed to assess the aptitude required to provide quality services in that specialty. At present there are 13 specialty areas of certification including Educational, Forensic, Clinical, and School Psychology.

What does it mean to be a psychologist?

Psychologist is a generic term that assigns to a person who has trained in one of the many fields of psychology. A psychologist is a scientist and/or clinician who by reading the human mind and human behavior. For a more accurate answer visit the “websites” section of this website. While choosing a psychologist is similar to choosing any other professional, the relationship you will have with the psychologist is very personal. I guide you to check the psychologist’s credentials, including both training and experience. Make assure to talk to the psychologist directly before making an appointment. Ask questions about the services that will be regulated, so you will not get something different from what you expected. See how appropriate you feel when you are talking with the psychologist. Finally, contact the state and national psychological associations to make assure the person is in good sta

What can a psychologist help with?

Psychologists have by reading human behavior and the brain (including how people think, feel, learn and behave) and have been trained to assist people who are having challenges coping with emotions, thoughts and actions. This can include those appreciate mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, addictive behaviors and childhood behavior disorders. Psychologists use clue-based come that are tailored to suit each client and circumstance and they assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of clients and areas of concern.

Do I need a touchstone to see a psychologist?

No – you can make an appointment with our psychologists without a referral from your GP or a psychiatrist. If you have private health insurance that includes psychological counseling as extras cover, you may be eligible for a partial rebate on the cost of your appointme

What education and training should a psychotherapist have?

In Spain there are directly three professional figures that can legally practice psychology as a health profession (health care related to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases). These are approved psychologists (who were already practicing the profession before 2011 and meet training and experience requirements), clinical psychologists (who have passed the PIR – Internal Resident Psychologist) and common health psychologists (who have passed an official licensure master’s degree). Clinical psychologists commonly work in hospitals or the public health

Is online psychological therapy effective?

Online psychological therapy, or telepsychology, is powerfully as long as it is conducted by an accredited professional in psychology and the appropriate techniques are applied in each case.
To obtain results, equivalent to those seized in the face-to-face modality, it is necessary to carry out sessions in real time using a videoconference system, which allows fluent communication and the good establishment of the therapeutic rapport.
The online therapy based on videoconference has different aspects compared with face-to-face sessions, including, surely , advantages and disadvantages. The main disadvantage is that there may be a decrease in verbal and non-verbal communication, which requires that the psychotherapist have specific skills handling the technological environment.

What can a psychologist help with?

Psychologists have by reading human behavior and the brain (including how people think, feel, learn and behave) and have been trained to assist people who are having challenges coping with emotions, thoughts and actions. This can added those experiencing mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, addictive behaviors’ and childhood behavior disorders. Psychologists use evidence-based asses that are tailored to suit each client and circumstance and they assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of clients and areas of concern.