Does a psychologist have to go medical school?

Psychologists do not have to go to medical school. Psychologists typically have a doctorate in psychology (PhD) or a doctorate in education (EdD), while medical doctors (MDs) have a doctorate in medicine.

While psychologists and medical doctors both work in the healthcare field, they have different roles and scopes of practice. Psychologists use talk therapy, behavioral interventions, and testing to assess and treat mental health conditions, while medical doctors focus on physical health and prescribe medications.