Mental Health Professional
/ˈmɛn.təl hɛlθ prəˈfɛʃ.ə.nəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A licensed or credentialed individual qualified to provide psychological, psychiatric, or therapeutic services.
The court appointed a mental health professional to evaluate the defendant's competency.
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- mental health professional
- mental health professionals
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the term often relates to roles in evaluations, testimony, and treatment decisions, emphasizing licensed qualifications and ethical duties.
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