Spanish word

psicólogo

Pronunciation

IPA/psiˈkoloɣo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounpsychologist

Example

Mi psicólogo me dio un buen consejo.

My psychologist gave me good advice.

Illustration for psicólogo (psychologist)

More examples

Tengo una cita con mi psicólogo esta tarde.

I have an appointment with my psychologist this afternoon.

Core concept

A mental health professional listening, assessing, and guiding a person's thoughts, emotions, and behavior.

Common phrases

  • cita con el psicólogo

    appointment with the psychologist

  • psicólogo privado

    private-practice psychologist

Similar words

psiquiatra: Medical doctor who treats mental disorders, often with psychotropic medication and inpatient care.
psicoterapeuta: Therapist who uses psychotherapy techniques in sessions to address emotions and relational patterns.
terapeuta: Therapist who uses supportive talk and skill training to help manage daily emotional difficulties.

Definition in Spanish

Profesional formado en psicología que evalúa, investiga y orienta a personas sobre sus procesos mentales, conductas y emociones.

Word origin

The Spanish term derives from Greek psychē 'mind' and -logos 'study' via Medieval Latin psychologus, literally 'one who studies the mind'.

Usage tips

  • In everyday Spanish ir al psicólogo commonly means seeking counseling or therapy, and psicólogo usually denotes a nonmedical mental health professional rather than a psychiatrist.

Other meanings

  • counselornoun

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