Psychiatrist: A Medical Doctor for Mental Health
A psychiatrist, like Dr. Muhammad Saeed Khan, completes medical school (MBBS) followed by specialized postgraduate training in psychiatry (such as FCPS). Because psychiatrists are medical doctors, they can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe and manage medication, and understand how physical health conditions may interact with mental health.
Psychologist: A Specialist in Talk Therapy
A psychologist typically holds an academic degree in psychology and specializes in therapy, counseling and psychological testing. In most healthcare systems, psychologists cannot prescribe medication.
Which One Should You See?
If your symptoms are affecting daily functioning significantly, if you suspect a condition like depression, bipolar disorder or a psychotic disorder, or if medication might be part of the solution, starting with a psychiatrist is usually recommended - a psychiatrist can then refer you to therapy or a psychologist if that's the more appropriate path, or provide both assessment and CBT-based therapy directly.