They are considered here together. Clinical Psychology Clinical psychologists assess and treat people's mental and emotional disorders. Clinical psychologists work in both academic institutions and health care settings such as clinics, hospitals, community mental health centers, and private practice.
Many clinical psychologists focus their interests on special populations.
Others focus on treating certain types of problems. In most states people with master's and bachelor's degrees may not independently practice psychology. They may, however, work in clinical settings under the direction of a doctoral-level psychologist. In some cases this work could include testing or supervised therapy. People preparing for careers in clinical psychology should investigate local licensing laws carefully.