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Explanation on the difference between the services provided by counsellors, psychologists and psychiatrists and the qualifications and training disciplines you can expect from those practising in Singapore.
The distinction between psychiatrist, psychologist and counsellor is very unclear to many people, which often discourages them from making their first appointment as they don’t know who to make the appointment with: a counsellor, a psychologist, or a psychiatrist. It helps to understand the qualifications of each, and how it works in Singapore. The Statistics
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Definition: Counsellors, Psychologists and PsychiatristsAlthough there is some overlap, there are crucial distinctions between the three professional groups of counsellor, psychologist, and psychiatrist as follows:
Qualifications and RegistrationSingapore has no legal requirement for psychologists or counsellors to be registered. Therefore, literally anyone in Singapore can legally call themselves a psychologist or a counsellor. Alongside having no actual professional training, such individuals will not be bound by a code of conduct; they do not have to adhere to the rules of professionalism and confidentiality by which properly qualified therapists must abide. The Singapore Psychological Society is trying to raise this issue at government level. Until such time, it is strongly recommended that those seeking the services of a therapist ask two key questions:
Note: It is entirely appropriate to ask these questions of the professional, and a qualified person will be happy to provide all their qualification details. If in doubt about someone's qualifications contact the Singapore Psychological Society for guidance.
Further Information
Information prepared by Dr Grace McClurg, a UK Chartered Psychologist. She is registered with the British Psychological Society and the Singapore Psychological Society. She has 17 years of clinical experience. As well as having a private therapy practice in Singapore, Dr McClurg is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at NUS and she has published widely. Do you have a suggestion to improve this page? click here... |
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