Find the right psychology professional in South Africa.
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The eight psychology professions
South Africa registers psychology professionals in eight categories with legally different scopes of practice. Knowing which one you need is usually the hardest part.
Clinical Psychologist
Assessment, diagnosis and psychological treatment of mental health difficulties across the lifespan.
Counselling Psychologist
Psychological support for life difficulties, adjustment, relationships and wellbeing across the lifespan.
Educational Psychologist
Learning, development and school-related difficulties in children and adolescents.
Registered Counsellor
Supportive counselling, psychoeducation, screening and short-term intervention — often the most accessible route into support.
Neuropsychologist
Assessment and support relating to cognition and brain function — memory, attention and executive function.
Psychometrist
Administration and scoring of psychological and psychometric tests.
Industrial/Organisational Psychologist
Psychology applied to workplaces and organisations — selection, assessment, development and organisational behaviour.
Research Psychologist
Psychological research design, measurement and evaluation.