<p>Seems like some people use the terms “psychiatrist” and “psychologist” as generic terms for people who study behavior and/or provide therapy. Srinaldi’s son wants to be a psychiatrist, but their unfamiliarity suggests they might not know the differences between psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists that don’t have a doctorate of any type. Maybe you folks in the field could explain in detail the various educational paths in the mental health field that don’t involve going to med school (Ph.D. in psych, master’s in social work, various master’s programs in counseling, etc.).</p>