Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests. Help individuals with distress or maladjustment understand their problems through their knowledge of case history, interviews with patients, and theory. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. May design behavior modification programs and consult with medical personnel regarding the best treatment for patients.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists to increase by 11.7% between 2024 and 2034, from 81,300 to 90,900 jobs. Its estimate of 4,100 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($100,580), education (Doctoral or professional degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
81,300
Projected employment (2034)
90,900
Projected change (2024–2034)
12%
Annual openings (projected average)
4,100
Pay & Preparation
$100,580
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Internship/residency
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (4.75/5) • Social Perceptiveness (4.38/5) • Active Listening (4.25/5) • Critical Thinking (4.25/5) • Writing (4.25/5) • Speaking (4.12/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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