Why Consider a Career in Psychology?
Psychology careers span healthcare, business, education, and research. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024), employment for psychologists is projected to grow 6% from 2022 to 2032, driven by demand for mental health services and applied psychological expertise.
Beyond salary, psychology careers offer:
- Diverse work settings (clinics, corporations, schools, courts)
- Opportunities for specialization
- Roles in helping professions with high job satisfaction (BLS, 2024)
Key Skills for Psychology Careers
Regardless of specialty, psychologists thrive with:
- Communication and active listening
- Research and data analysis
- Empathy and cultural sensitivity
- Critical thinking
- Ethical judgment
80+ Jobs in Psychology
Here’s a comprehensive list of 80+ psychology careers, grouped by specialty, with brief descriptions.
Clinical and Counseling Psychology
- Clinical Psychologist
- Counseling Psychologist
- Child Psychologist
- Adolescent Psychologist
- Substance Abuse Counselor
- Eating Disorder Specialist
- Grief Counselor
- Marriage and Family Therapist
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- Crisis Intervention Specialist
- Trauma Therapist
- Geriatric Psychologist
- LGBTQ+ Mental Health Counselor
School and Educational Psychology
- School Psychologist
- Educational Psychologist
- Learning Disabilities Specialist
- Academic Advisor (with psychology background)
- College Counselor
- Early Intervention Specialist
- Behavioral Interventionist
- Educational Diagnostician
- Special Education Consultant
Forensic and Legal Psychology
- Forensic Psychologist
- Criminal Profiler
- Correctional Counselor
- Jury Consultant
- Victim Advocate
- Police Psychologist
- Expert Witness (Psychology)
- Court Liaison Officer
- Child Custody Evaluator
Industrial-Organizational Psychology
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
- Talent Development Specialist
- Employee Relations Specialist
- Human Factors Specialist
- Organizational Development Consultant
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Consultant
- Corporate Wellness Coach
- Change Management Consultant
- Workforce Analyst
Health and Rehabilitation Psychology
- Health Psychologist
- Behavioral Medicine Specialist
- Pain Management Psychologist
- Sleep Psychologist
- Neurorehabilitation Specialist
- Chronic Illness Counselor
- Hospice Psychologist
- Disability Services Specialist
- Occupational Health Psychologist
- Biofeedback Specialist
Neuropsychology and Research
- Neuropsychologist
- Cognitive Neuroscientist
- Developmental Neuroscientist
- Experimental Psychologist
- Research Psychologist
- Psychometrician
- Data Analyst (Psychology)
- Psychology Professor
- Lab Manager (Psychology)
- Clinical Trial Coordinator (Psychology studies)
Sports Psychology
- Sports Psychologist
- Performance Coach
- Exercise Psychologist
- Youth Sports Counselor
- Athletic Counselor
- Mental Skills Coach
- Team Dynamics Consultant
- Sports Rehabilitation Counselor
Other Specialized Psychology Roles
- Consumer Psychologist
- Environmental Psychologist
- Aviation Psychologist
- Media Psychologist
- Art Therapist
- Music Therapist
- Animal-Assisted Therapist
- Genetic Counselor (Psychology background helpful)
- Social Worker (Clinical track)
- Community Psychologist
- Disaster Mental Health Counselor
- Military Psychologist
- Geropsychologist
- Digital Mental Health Product Designer
- User Experience Researcher (UX)
- Public Policy Analyst (Psychology background)
- Health Coach (Behavioral focus)
How to Choose the Right Psychology Career Path
To narrow your focus:
✅ Identify your interests (e.g., clinical vs. research)
✅ Consider education requirements (e.g., Ph.D. vs. master’s)
✅ Research salary and job outlook
✅ Explore volunteer or internship opportunities
✅ Speak to professionals in the field
