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Mental health counsellor

Mental health counsellors—often social workers or marriage and family therapists—provide counselling services for individuals, couples, families, teenagers, and children. Many mental health counsellors are social workers or psychologists who hold a master's or doctoral degree.

Current as of: July 31, 2024

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