There are a confusing array of options for accessing psychological therapy.

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The selection process for Clinical Psychology training is vigorous.  Prospective Clinical Psychologists require an Undergraduate degree in Psychology and relevant experience working in research or healthcare settings in order to be accepted onto a training programme.  The programme is Doctoral level and takes three years to complete.  It is a broad curriculum of study where trainees learn both the skills necessary to work with people presenting with a wide variety of difficulties in addition to the ability to undertake and understand research. As such the training path for most Clinical Psychologists from commencing their Undergraduate programme to completion of the Doctorate will take around 10 years. 'Clinical Psychologist' is a legally protected title, giving assurance that only those who have undertaken this in-depth training can describe themselves as such.

A professional trained in this way will be able to draw on both their experience and the evidence base when deciding together with you on the most helpful way of working together.