Researcher
Understanding the unique pathway to becoming a highly specialized Researcher.
The Pathway
Unlike general therapy, becoming a Researcher requires extensive, specific post-doctoral fellowship training.
| Stage | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Doctoral | PhD preferred over PsyD for heavy research components. |
| Post-Doc | 2 years specialized fellowship (e.g., Houston Conference guidelines for Neuro). |
Common Mistake: Skimping on Stats
If you want to survive the rigorous fellowship applications for Researcher, your quantitative methodology and statistics knowledge must be flawless.
FAQ
Can I do this with a master's?
No. These are strictly doctoral and post-doctoral level specialties.
Next steps: Check our Specializations Guide.