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What's the difference between a therapist and a psychiatrist?
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The main difference is that a therapist focuses on helping people work through emotional issues, while a psychiatrist specializes in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. A therapist typically has a master’s degree in psychology or counseling, whereas a psychiatrist typically has a medical doctorate (MD) or doctor of osteopathy (DO). Additionally, therapists often have more training in psychotherapy than psychiatrists do.