therapist

• Profissional treinado e qualificado para oferecer um tipo específico de terapia, como tratamento físico, psicológico ou emocional. No Brasil, o termo costuma se referir ao psicoterapeuta, mas também pode designar fisioterapeutas, terapeutas ocupacionais e outros especialistas.

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.

   Terapeuta

   • 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.

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2. Physical rehabilitation specialistB1formal

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

   Fisioterapeuta

   • 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.

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