“Should I consult a psychiatrist or psychologist for depression?”
I have depression. Should I consult a psychiatrist or psychologist for depression?
3 Answers
Start with either. Psychiatrists give meds; psychologists do therapy. If you have any further questions or need more clarity, please consult with a psychiatrist. If you`re in Texas, we welcome you to reach out to www.MidCitiesPsychiatry.com, we`re here to help you.
You could definitely consider both if you want medications and are interested in psychotherapy.
I would recommend both. A psychiatrist will be able to prescribe an antidepressant if they feel it would help and a psychologist would help with CBT and / or other therapy. You will typically have a better outcome using this method.
