19-3033.00

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests. Help individuals with distress or maladjustment understand their problems through their knowledge of case history, interviews with patients, and theory. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. May design behavior modification programs and consult with medical personnel regarding the best treatment for patients.

2.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

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Safer than 25% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 50% probability of automation for this role
paper →
25%
of jobs safer
763
jobs riskier than this
+11.2%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Hybrid Threat

Both AI software and physical automation threaten different aspects of this role, creating a compound risk from multiple directions.

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists face a nuanced AI landscape: tools like Woebot and Wysa handle CBT-based mental health support at the lower-acuity end, and AI diagnostic aids are beginning to assist with assessment scoring. However, the therapeutic relationship—particularly for trauma, complex PTSD, and severe mental illness—requires human empathy and presence that AI cannot replicate. Through 2027, AI expands access to mental health services rather than displacing licensed psychologists, though pressure on lower-complexity assessment work will grow.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$95,830
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+11.2%
Much faster than average
Education Required
Doctoral or professional degree
Job Zone 5 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →