They occasionally work in hospitals, medical schools, outpatient clinics, nursing homes, pain clinics, rehabilitation facilities, and community health and mental health centers.

Study behavior and brain function by observing, interviewing, and surveying individuals. They do this to help others understand themselves and live a better life.

Psychologists are investigative and social, eager to help others by understanding them on the deepest level.

Usually, these professionals need patience, Adaptability, Computer literacy, Emotional intelligence, Communication, Problem solving, Empathy, Time management, Study skills, Analytical skills, Clinical reasoning, Cultural competence, Observation, Evaluation, and Research skills.

1. The 25th percentile of psychologists make $86,700 - $7,225, while the average psychologist makes about $152,666 - $12,722.
2. The 75th percentile of psychologists make $221,000 - $18,416, and the top earners of psychology make $307,201 - $25,600.