In British Columbia

A Registered Clinical Counsellor is someone with at minimum a master’s degree and is registered with a recognized regulatory body such as the B.C. Counselling Association and the Canadian Counselling Association.

A Psychologist is someone with doctoral training PhD who can also provide a diagnosis.

A Psychiatrist has a degree in medicine followed up by specialized training. They can provide a diagnosis and medication.

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