In what states can a PsyD prescribe medications?

Answer 1

None. A psychologist cannot prescribe medication. Within the United States one must be a medical doctor to prescribe medication. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor with a specialty in psychiatry and can prescribe medication for mental disorders, but requirements may vary from state to state.

Answer 2

Each state regulates which licensed professionals can prescribe medications. The list usually includes physicians, physician assistants, nurse practioners, dentists, optometrists, and sometimes pharmacists.

Answer 3

In no states. A Psy.D cannot prescribe medication. In order to prescribe medication, one must be a licensed physician. In the field of mental health, a psychiatrist (physician with a specialty in psychiatry), is typically the individual who treats patients through the assistance of medication. A Psy.D is a psychologist, not a physician and therefore not authorized to prescribe medication.

Answer 4

No. Pharmacists currently do not have the authority to write a prescription in any American state.

This is actually not correct, currently pharmacists under MTM (Medication Therapy Management) can actually write prescriptions as long as they are a PharmD and have an agreement with a primary care physician