In general psychologyit is a science that studies human behavior, mental processes and how they affect and/or affect the physical state, mental state, and external environment of an individual or group.

Psychologist is a general term that refers to a person trained in one of the many fields of psychology. A psychologist is a scientist and/or clinician who studies the human mind and human behavior.

Psychologists and psychiatrists provide treatment to individuals with emotional problems. Psychology is both a profession and an independent scientific discipline. Psychiatry is a specialty in medicine. Typically, a psychologist will have a Masters or Doctorate degree and a psychiatrist will have a Medical degree. Psychologists help people control and change their behavior as the primary method of treating problems. Psychiatrists prescribe medication as the primary way to change people's behavior. Both psychologists and psychiatrists hypothesize that complex emotional problems can be the result of both biological and psychological causes.

Although choosing a psychologist is similar to choosing any professional, your relationship with a psychologist is very personal. I recommend checking the psychologist's credentials, including both education and experience. Be sure to speak directly to the psychologist before making an appointment. Ask about the services that will be provided so you don't get anything different from what you expected. See how comfortable you feel talking to the psychologist.