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A psychotherapist helps to treat individuals who are experiencing emotional and psychological problems. They work with a patient to get to the root of these issues and outline coping methods through which the patient can live unimpeded by these issues.

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FAQs

FAQs

What does a Psychotherapist do?

Your duties will include:

Meeting with clients both new and old
Scheduling therapy sessions
Performing therapy sessions in a clinical environment
Making notes on diagnosis, progress and therapy plan for individuals
Making referrals to other medical professions
Using verbal interaction to explore the relevant behaviours, attitudes and emotions of each patient
Carry out hypno-psychotherapy
Construct personal therapy progress plans for each client that will help them to understand and address their inner conflicts
Working with a multidisciplinary team to develop proper methods for helping a patient

Skills & interests required for a Psychotherapist

Great listening skills
Patience
Observation
Sensitivity
Sincerity
Empathy and ability to build rapport with others
Excellent interpersonal skills
Resilience

What hours does a Psychotherapist typically do?

Your working hours are likely to be Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm, but depending what kind of environment you work in, you may be expected to work extended working days. If you are employed by a residential setting, then you may be required to work shifts.

What environment is a Psychotherapist based in?

You could work in a variety of clinical environment, such as the NHS, student health services, psychoanalytical institutes, child guidance clinics, special needs schools, psychiatric units and private consultancies.

How much does a Psychotherapist travel?

It is unlikely that you will need to travel within a working day, be absent from home at night or work overseas in this role.

How much does a Psychotherapist get paid?

Starting salaries for a trainee psychotherapist range from £26,250 to £35,250 per annum, and qualified psychotherapists can expect salaries in excess of £55,000 with a lot of experience.

What qualifications does a Psychotherapist need?

Entry with an Higher National Diploma (HND) only is not possible for this position, so you will be expected to have a degree of any discipline. Work experience in a relevant field will also be expected, for instance, social work, mental health professions, psychology and psychiatry.