Psychotherapist

Psychotherapists help people to overcome their emotional problems and cope with tough situations using a range of psychological treatments, such as hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy. During group sessions and one-to-one meetings, psychotherapists help people with all kinds of difficulties, from substance abuse and domestic violence to post-traumatic stress and eating disorders. As well as talking to people and helping them deal with their problems, psychotherapists are responsible for assessing service users’ needs and then creating an appropriate treatment plan for them, which will provide them with a structured and focused way of addressing their problems. Psychotherapists are also tasked with maintaining records, tracking their service users’ progress, and writing reports. Key skills for psychotherapists Resilient listening skills Observation Sensitivity Sincerity Discretion Empathy and rapport Positive outlook Excellent communication s (Funded by the European Union)