What is the difference between a phd vs d.psych. (psychology) ?

Research vs Clinical: A PhD is typically a research degree that emphasizes experimentation, time in the library, and publications with lesser of an emphasis on clinical work. A PsyD on the other hand, is a clinical degree that emphasizes work with patients instead of research quite so much

The Ph.D. The Ph.D.: is more traditional and was originally designed for the researcher, so the topic of one's original research was expected to form the basis for one's practice (expertise). The Psy.D. does not focus on a dissertation; rather, more on the practice of psychology. In reality, both now work directly with clients but the Ph.D. is more recognized as the doctorate degree that needs more study to obtain