Doctors and services — Psychologist

Psychologist — what to know

A psychologist helps with difficulties in emotions, thoughts and behaviour through conversation and psychological methods. People see one for anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship or family problems, difficulties after a loss, and parents for advice about their child. A psychologist is not a doctor and does not prescribe medicines; when needed, they suggest seeing a psychiatrist.

What happens at the visit

The first session is a conversation in which you say what brings you and what you would like to change. The psychologist asks questions to understand the situation and suggests a way of working and how often to meet. The conversations are confidential.

Before the visit

Bring an identity document, the results of earlier tests and any discharge summaries, and a list of the medicines you take.

No special preparation is needed. It helps to think in advance about what you expect from the sessions.

Updated on 10/11/2026

In an emergency, call 112.