Megan955

Hi there, I'm applying for doctorates in psychology this year. I would like to explore diagnosis (specifically ASD). Do I need a doctorate in clinical psychology to diagnose? Or can I diagnose in the future with a PhD in psychology? Thanks.

Thanks for your response! I’m currently getting a masters in psychology and ABA, and will sit for the BCBA exam before a doctorate. I’m now looking for programs in clinical psych, but I’d like to go somewhere where I can 1. Explore diagnosis and 2. Still be involved with ABA research and practice somehow!

Hey everyone. I’m applying to clinical psychology programs this year (PsyDs and PhDs) and I’m wondering if I’m missing any programs in the US northeast area that have faculty researching/practicing Applied Behavior Analysis? My list so far is only Rutgers (where I’m currently a student), JMU, and Binghamton. I also looked into West Virginia, however their program is a PhD in psychology, not clinical psychology. Would this limit me in the future in terms of being able to diagnose autism? This is something I’d like to explore in grad school. Thanks!