Roles and missions of the psychologist

The psychologist is a health professional who plays an important role in the treatment and support of individuals. The psychologist's roles and responsibilities are many and varied, but they all focus on the well-being and psychological development of individuals. The psychologist's main tasks are as follows:

Assessment of behaviours and symptoms: the psychologist carries out tests and assessments of patients' behaviours and symptoms in order to understand their problems and the factors associated with them.

Psychological diagnosis: the psychologist carries out diagnoses to identify the presence of a psychological or psychosocial disorder and determine the best treatment for each case.

Risk assessment and management: the psychologist can assess and manage the risks associated with various situations, such as aggression, depression or risky behaviour.

Therapeutic intervention: psychologists work with patients to help them solve problems, manage stress and cope with emotional difficulties. They can also offer advice and strategies to help individuals with their personal development.

Preventive intervention: psychologists offer preventive programmes and services to help individuals reduce the risk of psychological and psychosocial problems.

Research: psychologists carry out research and studies to gain a better understanding of the factors that can affect people's behaviour and well-being.

The psychologist's work can have a considerable impact on the lives of the people he or she has the opportunity to support. They can help patients get through difficult times and achieve emotional and mental balance.

Salary and career development

A psychologist's salary varies greatly depending on experience and place of practice. On average, a psychologist earns between €27,500 and €45,000 gross per year in France. Evolution of gross annual salary according to experience :

0 to 2 years: between €27,500 and €35,000

2 to 5 years: between €30,000 and €41,000

5 to 10 years: between 33,000 and 43,000 euros

10 to 15 years: between 34,000 and 44,000 euros

Over 15 years: between 35,000 and 45,000 euros

As well as working as a psychologist, you can also consider a career move to other professions:

Psy-coach

Lecturer and researcher in psychology

Organisational consultant

Clinical psychologist in companies

Psychology trainer

Advantages and disadvantages of becoming a psychologist

Advantages

You can help others to improve their quality of life.

You can explore a variety of subjects and learn constantly.

You can work in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals and businesses.

You can develop practical and theoretical skills to better understand and treat psychological problems.

You can build relationships with your patients and give them advice to help them manage their lives better.

Disadvantages

Training in psychology can be long and expensive.

Study and research can be time-consuming.

Psychologists may be exposed to difficult situations and may have to deal with difficult cases.

Psychologists must respect strict legal and ethical frameworks and observe confidentiality standards.

Psychologists may be subject to stress and fatigue.

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