Final answer:
The professional matched correctly with their role is a psychiatrist, who can provide psychotherapy and prescribe medication (Option A).
Step-by-step explanation:
The mental health professional correctly matched with a brief description is a Psychiatrist - Provides psychotherapy and can prescribe medication. Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MD) who specialize in mental health, including substance use disorders. Psychiatrists are qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological problems. They can conduct therapy and prescribe medication to treat mental health conditions.
Briefly, regarding the other professionals mentioned, psychiatric nurses are trained to care for patients with mental health issues, often working alongside psychiatrists and psychologists. Clinical psychologists have a PhD or PsyD and can administer psychological tests and provide therapy, but they cannot prescribe medication.
Occupational therapists help people develop, recover, improve, as well as maintain the skills needed for daily living and working; they do not typically offer counseling in educational settings. That role is more closely associated with school counselors or educational psychologists.
Thus, the correct option is A.