psychologue
psychologist
noun psee-koh-LOHG Rare
Origin: Greek 'psyche' (soul) + 'logos' (study)
Usage Note
Psychologue is a gender-neutral noun in form: un psychologue (m), une psychologue (f). In France, the title is legally protected and requires a master's degree in psychology. It is distinct from psychiatre (a medical doctor) who can prescribe medication.
Examples
"Elle consulte un psychologue depuis quelques mois."
Natural Translation
She has been seeing a psychologist for a few months.
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