Therapist
Therapist
A Therapist (/θɛˈræpɪst/), also known as a psychotherapist or mental health professional, is a licensed medical professional who treats clients by helping them understand and manage their health problems and issues. Therapists can specialize in various fields, such as psychology, psychiatry, social work, counseling, and occupational therapy.
Etymology
The term "therapist" originates from the Greek word "therapeia," which means "healing" or "curing." It was first used in English in the mid-19th century to refer to a person who provides therapy.
Types of Therapists
There are several types of therapists, each specializing in different areas of mental health and therapy. These include:
- Clinical Psychologist: A clinical psychologist specializes in diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. They use various methods, including psychotherapy and psychological testing.
- Counselor: Counselors help people deal with personal, social, and psychological challenges. They provide guidance and help clients develop coping strategies.
- Psychiatrist: Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in mental health. They can prescribe medication and provide psychotherapy.
- Social Worker: Social workers help people cope with problems in their everyday lives. They also diagnose and treat mental, behavioral, and emotional issues.
- Occupational Therapist: Occupational therapists help people improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments.
Related Terms
- Psychotherapy: A general term for treating mental health problems by talking with a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other mental health provider.
- Counseling: A professional activity that involves developing relationships with clients in order to assist them in solving their problems and achieving their goals.
- Psychiatry: The branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
- Social Work: A profession concerned with helping individuals, families, groups, and communities to enhance their individual and collective well-being.
- Occupational Therapy: A type of health care that helps to solve the problems that interfere with a person's ability to do the things that are important to them.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Therapist
- Wikipedia's article - Therapist
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