Psychologist
Must have a Doctoral degree in Psychology from an APA accredited university
Have completed an internship with an APA accredited program.
Must be licensed a Psychologist by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Defined as a psychologist who provides services in a highly specialized area of psychological practice (i.e., child, palliative, pain addictions, corrections, etc.).
Has had explicit training, supervision, and clinical experience or certification working directly in the specialty area.
Has trained in a dedicated specialty setting.
This typically means practicum, internship, post-doctoral training and/or fellowship with a focus on the specialty area.
Has the breadth and depth of training to be able to provide treatment thoroughly and accurately.
Has significant experience working with a variety of cases from start to finish to be considered competent and proficient in providing specialty treatment.
Must possess sound and applied knowledge of the development of the symptoms being treated
Should be trained in evidence-based specialized treatments (EBSTs).
Requires familiarity with Clinical Psychology and competency in basic psychological assessment techniques, psychotherapeutic intervention, family systems, and developmental orientation.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in meeting age related and handicapped patients' needs.