have a degree in psychology. They work in various professional fields, e.g. in research, business or education. Psychologists are not authorised to offer psychotherapy, clinical psychological treatment or diagnostics.

have completed psychotherapy studies in which theoretical and practical hours have been completed. Psychotherapists specialise in one specific school of psychotherapy. There are 23 different schools in Austria, which can be roughly grouped into four directions: depth-psychological, humanistic, systemic and behavioural therapy.

have a degree in psychology and have completed training as a clinical psychologist after their studies. In the course of this training, theoretical and practical hours were completed. Clinical psychologists are authorised to treat and diagnose clinical psychological disorders (e.g. depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, etc.): depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, etc.).

are doctors who have chosen to specialise in psychiatry after completing their basic medical studies. They also deal with the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses. Psychiatrists are authorised to prescribe psychotropic medication (e.g. antidepressants, antipsychotics).