Counseling Psychologist Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Counseling Psychologist includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Scheduling patient consultations.
  • Assessing patients and identifying their problems.
  • Engaging in discussion with patients and making them feel comfortable.
  • Offering services to all age groups.
  • Offering both one-on-one and group counseling.
  • Keeping a detailed account of patient mental health history.
  • Being patient and building relationships based on trust.
  • Implementing individualized treatment programs.
  • Undertaking psychometric testing.
  • Evaluating patient responses to treatment over time.
  • Organizing a long-term counseling plan that involves multiple visits.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Counseling Psychologist duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Counseling Psychologist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.