key term - Clinical Psychology

Definition

Clinical psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

Related terms

Psychotherapy:

A general term for treating mental health problems by talking with a psychiatrist, psychologist or other mental health provider.

Psychopathology: The scientific study of psychological disorders including symptoms, causes, treatments.

Counseling Psychology:

A specialty within professional psychology that maintains focus on facilitating personal and interpersonal functioning across life span.