therapist

• Personne formée et qualifiée pour dispenser un certain type de thérapie, comme un traitement physique, mental ou émotionnel.

A person who is trained and skilled in providing a particular type of therapy, such as physical, mental, or emotional treatment.

1. Mental health professionalB1formal

   A trained professional who helps people manage and overcome mental health issues, emotional difficulties, or behavioral problems through talk therapy.

   Professionnel de la santé mentale

   • She sees a therapist every week to manage her anxiety.
   • The therapist helped him work through his childhood trauma.
   • Many people find it helpful to talk to a therapist during stressful times.

   Synonymesanalystcounselorpsychoanalystpsychotherapistshrink

2. Physical rehabilitation specialistB1formal

   A healthcare professional who uses physical techniques to treat injuries, disabilities, or movement disorders.

   kinésithérapeute

   • The physical therapist designed exercises to strengthen his knee.
   • After the accident, she visited a therapist for rehabilitation.
   • The therapist used massage and stretching to relieve muscle tension.

   Synonymesphysical therapistphysiotherapist