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Old May 17, 2018, 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by RubyRae View Post
My psychologist cannot prescribe meds.I have heard there are some states in the US where psychologists can prescribe though but I am not sure about that.

When I had my initial appointment with my psychologist he chose to keep me for weekly therapy rather than pass me on to another therapist/counselor in his practice.I am not sure the reason but I am assuming he thought I needed more than just counseling,which is what the other professionals in his building provide.
It's like that here, only a Psychiatrist can prescribe meds. BUT, I did find out that here some of the therapists with a Masters degree can administer diagnostic testing and diagnose. I didn't think that was the case, it just goes to show every state is different.
Thanks for this!
RubyRae, yagr