Psychiatrists are
medical doctors who go on to specialize in mental health and mental illness. Psychiatrists often use medication to help their clients manage their mental illness. There are some mental illnesses for which medications are necessary (such as schizophrenia, and some depressions, for example). Some psychiatrists also do psychotherapy much like psychologists do.
A psychologist typically holds a
doctoral degree in psychology and has a total of ten or more years of university study into how people think, feel, and behave. Psychologists typically will have completed their graduate university training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, clinical neuropsychology, or educational/school psychology and
those with a doctorate degree may use the title “Dr.”.
A practicing psychologist is trained to assess and diagnose problems in thinking, feeling, and behaviour as well as to help people overcome or manage these problems. A psychologist is uniquely trained to use psychological tests to help with assessment and diagnosis. Psychologists help people to overcome or manage their problems using a variety of treatments or psychotherapies.
If you go to a hospital you will see Psychiatrists. If you are looking to get meds you needs to see a Psychiatrist or go see your family doctor.
If you are wanting to see a psychologist. Your family doctor may be able to refer you to one they have had success with in the past or as you have done ask around. It doesn't matter though as only you and the psychologist will know if you have the right 'connection'. I wouldn't trust Yelp reviews for medical advice. Jericho might not have good Yelp reviews but you can meet with someone for an initial consultation for free.
A Psychologist hourly rate is between $175 and $300 and hour. It depends on how much your extended plan covers a year on how many visits.
Psychiatrists are usually" covered under MSP.
Seeking out someone to talk to is brave and falls under self care. If you broke your arm you would seek out medical help. Having someone to speak to about your mental health is just important.
link to faq about psychologists
FAQS ? College of Psychologists of British Columbia