Psychology Careers & Degree Specialties

PSYCHOLOGY DEGREES & SPECIALTIES Counseling Help people with problems like stress management and substance abuse. Career requirements: • Master's degree in psychology, usually with specialization in counseling • State licensing Social Work Develop plans to improve people's situation and well-being. Career requirements: • Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work May need state licensing Psychology Focus on research, or treat patients in a clinical setting. Career requirements: • Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD or PsyD) • State licensing Marriage & Family Therapy Help couples and families with emotional and behavioral problems. Career requirements: • Master's degree in psychology • State licensing