Psychotherapist
(noun)
A professional who practices psychotherapy, a type of mental health treatment focused on the psychological rather than the medical aspects of mental disorders.
Origin:
Early 20th century: from psycho- + therapist, on the pattern of words such as chiropractor.
Examples:
- The patient sought the help of a psychotherapist to address their anxiety and depression.
- The psychotherapist used talk therapy to help the patient understand their thoughts and feelings and develop new coping skills.
- The psychotherapist was trained in several different therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and humanistic therapy.
- The psychotherapist provided a safe and supportive environment for the patient to work through their challenges and reach their goals.
- The psychotherapist's goal was to help the patient improve their mental health and overall quality of life.