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Mental health providers: Tips on finding one
What factors should you consider?
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What type of mental health provider do you need?
Psychiatrist
Psychologist
Psychiatric mental health nurses
Physician assistant
Licensed clinical social worker
Licensed professional counselor
Marriage and family therapist
What other issues should you think about?
How can you find a mental health provider?
What should you look for in a mental health provider?
Content
What type of mental health provider do you need?
Psychiatrist
Psychologist
Psychiatric mental health nurses
Physician assistant
Licensed clinical social worker
Licensed professional counselor
Marriage and family therapist
What other issues should you think about?
How can you find a mental health provider?
What should you look for in a mental health provider?
Licensed professional counselor
Training required for a licensed professional counselor (L.P.C.), licensed clinical professional counselor (L.C.P.C.) or similar titles may vary by state, but most have at least a master's degree with clinical experience.
These licensed counselors identify mental health conditions and give counseling for a range of concerns. They are not licensed to prescribe medicine. But they may work with another provider who can prescribe medicine if needed.
