Salary guide
Clinical Psychologist
- Average salary
- £40,000 – £70,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
HealthcareMental Health
- The NHS employs over 20,000 psychologists
Other names this job is known by
- Mental Health Psychologist
- Therapist
Key responsibilities
- Assess and diagnose mental health conditions
- Provide psychological therapy and interventions
- Develop treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Supervise and train assistant psychologists and trainees
Skills and qualifications required
- BPS-accredited psychology degree
- Doctorate in clinical psychology (DClinPsy)
- HCPC registration
- Experience in mental health settings
- Research and analytical skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Consultant Clinical Psychologist
- Service Lead
- Academic/Research roles
- Policy Advisor
How to get the job
- Complete a BPS-accredited psychology degree
- Gain relevant experience (assistant psychologist, support work)
- Secure a place on a DClinPsy programme
- Complete doctorate and clinical placements
- Register with HCPC
- Apply for NHS or private sector roles
- Continue professional development and research
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