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Definition of psychotherapist

psychotherapist

/ˌsaɪkoʊˈθerəpɪst/
psy · cho · ther · a · pist
Adverb:psychotherapeutically
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Plural:psychotherapists
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Adjective:psychotherapeutic
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psychotherapist Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A trained mental health professional who treats emotional, behavioral, and psychological disorders primarily through talk therapy and counseling rather than medication.

Example

"After struggling with anxiety for several months, she scheduled an initial consultation with a licensed psychotherapist."

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Word Nuance & Usage

A psychotherapist treats mental and emotional disorders using talk therapy, whereas a psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can also prescribe medication.

• Rhymes for psychotherapist

• Nearby Words

psychosis
psychosocial
psychosomatic
psychotherapist
psychotherapy
psychotic
psychotically

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century from the combining form 'psycho-' (from Ancient Greek 'psykhe', meaning mind or soul) and 'therapist' (from Greek 'therapeutes', meaning one who attends or treats medically).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Psychotherapist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/psychotherapist
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