The area of psychology known as clinical psychology deals with the diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric problems, emotional and behavioural abnormalities, and mental illnesses. The field blends the treatment of difficult human problems with the study of psychology. Clinical psychology focuses on treating problems like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and learning difficulties. Clinical psychologists aid patients with a variety of backgrounds and abilities by treating their mental health issues and maintaining their emotional well-being.

Organisational behaviour, developmental psychology, clinical neuropsychology, quantitative research and cognitive behavioural therapy are all covered in a clinical psychology study programme. Clinical psychology aims to give students the knowledge and abilities they need to help their patients identify psychological problems and create a treatment plan.

Tests, interviews, and observations are used to teach clinical psychology students how to spot possible or present illnesses. They collaborate with patients to create a treatment plan that meets their needs. Clinical psychologists use a variety of psychotherapy modalities during treatment, including the family method, the cognitive behavioural approach, and the interpersonal approach. These concentrate on easing psychological disorder symptoms and advancing health and wellbeing. Students will gain practical transferable skills like listening, critical thinking, empathy, and problem-solving throughout the course.

Study Levels:

Clinical Psychology degrees are offered at different levels by numerous institutions and universities all over the world. These consist of:

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology and Human Relations
• Bachelor of Science in Psychological Science
• Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Psychology
• Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
• Master of Science in Clinical Psychology
• Master of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health
• Master Degree in Psychology of Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing
• Master of Science in Health Psychology
• Master of Science in Psychological Sciences
• Master Degree in Counselling Psychology
• Master of Science in Neuropsychology
• Master of Science in Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Master of Science in Forensic and Legal Psychology
• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
• Ph.D. in Psychology
• Ph.D. in Human Services Psychology
• Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology
• Ph.D. in Social Psychology

Specialisation:

Students can choose from a variety of specialisations in the broad subject of clinical psychology. These include:

• Personality Psychology
• Physiological Psychology

• Psychopathology
• Socio-cultural Influences on Behaviour
• Clinical Neuropsychology
• Psychotherapeutic Intervention Techniques
• Neurocognitive and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Psychology of Health and Wellbeing
• Health Psychology
• Multicultural Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Child, Family and Couple Psychology
• Gerontology
• Cognitive and Affective Basis of Behaviour
• Social Psychology

Employability:

Graduates with a degree in clinical psychology can choose from a variety of well-paying jobs in many different industries throughout the world. They can work in a range of settings, including corporations, research facilities, schools, hospitals, and clinics. The job opportunities for students studying clinical psychology in India are as follows:

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist
• Subject Matter Expert- Biology (Clinical Psychology)
• Consultant Clinical Psychologist || Govandi
• Associate Professor
• Assistant Professor
• Clinical Psychology Intern
• Faculty Neuro & Clinical Psychology
• Consultant Clinical Psychologist
• Client Care Counsellor
• Counselling Psychologist
• Assistant Psychologist
• Psychological Counsellor
• Rehabilitation Counsellor
• Parole Officer
• Academic Adviser
• Career Counsellor
• Human Resource Manager
• Project Manager
• Forensic Psychologist
• Industrial and Organisational Psychologist

Job titles for clinical psychologist abroad are as follows:

• Counselling Psychologist
• Educational Psychologist
• Clinical Psychologist
• Child Care Worker
• Health Educator
• Neuropsychologist
• Forensic Psychologist
• Social Psychologist
• Substance Abuse Counsellor
• Human Resource Manager
• Child Psychologist
• Learning Disabilities Specialist