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title: Difference Between Clinical Psychology and Counseling
description: While both counselors and clinical psychologists provide talk therapy, clinical psychologists typically also produce research and give evidence-based treatments to target specific disorders or symptoms.
---

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# [Difference Between Clinical Psychology and Counseling](https://paloaltou.edu/resources/business-of-practice-blog/clinical-psychology-and-counseling)

 Written by [Jasmine Monfared](https://paloaltou.edu/resources/business-of-practice-blog/author/jasmine-monfared) | Sep 21, 2022 6:35:54 PM

Take a look into the differences, including career paths, education requirements and salaries.

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