What is the difference between a psychologist, a clinical psychologist, and a psychiatrist?

Psychologists are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia through Ahpra and provide psychological therapy, assessment and diagnostic clarification within their training and competence. Clinical psychologists have completed the training and supervised practice required for endorsement in clinical psychology. Dr Nat holds clinical psychology endorsement. Psychiatrists are medical doctors with specialist psychiatry training and can prescribe medication. Psychologists do not prescribe medication. The professions may work collaboratively.