Specialises in mental health problems. Disability Old Age Psychotherapy Psychologist Not medically qualified, may have a psychology degree, a Ph.D - or neither. Specialises in the way the mind works and motivation. Psychotherapist Not usually a doctor, but can be. Psychotherapy uses talking therapies to help patients help themselves.
Psychiatrists can specialise in psychotherapy during training.
You must first qualify as a medical doctor. To do this, you need to be accepted by a medical school, having passed three good 'A' levels in subjects such as Chemistry, Zoology, Physics, Biology or Maths. Some medical schools now accept other 'A' levels, too. Once you have been accepted by a hospital as a medical student, you will work in a variety of areas, including psychiatry, for the next five years. Following this, you will work as a House Officer in a hospital for a further year.