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
