Therapists can differ based on their education and licensing.
Some may also specialize in different types of therapy.
This article discusses the various kinds of psychotherapy as well as different types of therapists.
Verywell / Danie Drankwalter
It also looks at how to choose a psychotherapist and what questions to ask before your first meeting.
Examples include:
Summary
There are many different types of therapists.
There are numerous specialties and subspecialties in the field of psychotherapy.
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