Interpersonal therapy, or IPT, is a short-term, focused treatment for mood disorders, such as depression. Rooted in attachment and communication theories, IPT is designed to help people address current concerns and improve interpersonal relationships. IPT is based on the principle that relationships and life events impact mood and that the reverse is also true. Treatment follows a highly structured and time-limited approach and seldom lasts longer than 16 weeks. The goal of IPT is to rapidly reduce symptoms. Think this approach might be right for you? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s interpersonal therapy specialists today.
IPT is a short-term psychotherapy in which therapist and client identify the issues and problems of interpersonal relationships. They also explore the client's life history to help recognize problem areas and then work toward ways to rectify them.
— Dr. Sonia Dhaliwal, Psychologist in Las Vegas, NVI work primarily from theoretical perspectives that emphasize the authentic relationships, individual strengths, and the potential for growth. Interpersonal theories direct my attention to my client’s current and past relational dynamics as I strongly believe that human beings are primarily motivated by the need to establish and maintain relationships.
— Aguirre Center for Inclusive Psychotherapy, Psychologist in Atlanta, GAInterpersonal therapy offers a helpful way of naming and addressing dynamics that can develop in any relationship. Issues related to grief, social roles, and identity can be understood and addressed using this approach.
— Phil Small, Psychologist in Portland, ORInterpersonal therapy (IPT) is derived from psychodynamic therapy and focuses on reducing negative symptoms associated with relationships (e.g., family, friends, romantic). Because my specialized interests involve relating to others, I find this approach to be beneficial in understanding stress and traumatic responses within relationships due to feeling ineffective. I do not adhere to the manualized treatment method, but I do draw from beneficial methods utilized within IPT.
— Leigha Ward, Clinical Psychologist in West Lake Hills, TXI have advanced training in IPT, implementing it to those who struggle with mood disorders due to relationship issues or going through a major life transition.
— Vania Aviles, Psychotherapist in , CAAs a branch of CBT-related treatment, IPT is a specialized, time-sensitive intervention meant to build upon treating dysfunctional thought patterns targeted in CBT. As an expert in IPT, the aim is to go the step further in changing problematic, interpersonal behaviors that stem from unhealthy thinking patterns. Over the years, I have utilized this form of psychotherapy to complement specialized treatment approaches for clients with depression, anxiety, and mood disorders alike.
— Ishanie Sanchez, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Staten Island, NYInterpersonal Therapy is like wound care for our sense of self and way of being in the world. We look at the scars which may be restricting range of movement in your self-concept and relationships. We then explore the protective layers, and uncover the original hurts that lead to the core wounding. Through a safe, non-judgmental stance, we connect how the layers and wounding tend to play out in the world, and in the relationship with the therapist. From here, we develop more adaptive flexibility
— Kara London, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Tustin, CAIPT is a time-limited, focused, evidence-based approach to treat mood disorders and relationship difficulties. The main goal of IPT is to improve the quality of a client's interpersonal relationships and social functioning to help reduce their distress. IPT provides strategies to resolve problems within four key areas including social difficulties, grief/loss, role transitions, and conflict/disputes in relationships.
— Dr. Kathryn Williams, Psychologist in Los Angeles, CAI believe one of the most important things is human connection and when we don’t feel connected it can create feelings of distress. With Interpersonal Therapy, we’ll work to improve your relationships for a happier, healthier life.
— Dr. Katarina Ament, Clinical Psychologist in Denver, COInterpersonal Psychotherapy aims to target struggles with role transitions, interpersonal deficits/disputes, and unresolved grief for a reduction in symptom distress. It is a recommended treatment for mood disorders (i.e. depression, bipolar disorder, etc.), anxiety, and eating disorders.
— Shavonne James, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Long Beach, CAInterpersonal therapy (IPT) is a structured, time-limited psychotherapy approach that focuses on interpersonal relationships and social functioning. it has adapted to address various mental health disorders through relational dynamics. IPT Focus on Relationships: IPT examines how social support and interpersonal interactions influence emotional well-being and mental health. Time-Limited: Typically lasting 12 to 16 sessions. It addresses targeted goals using empirical & structured approach.
— IZEHI EROMOSELE, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Seattle, WAInterpersonal Therapy is like wound care for our sense of self and way of being in the world. We look at the scars which may be restricting range of movement in your self-concept and relationships. We then explore the protective layers, and uncover the original hurts that lead to the core wounding. Through a safe, non-judgmental stance, we connect how the layers and wounding tend to play out in the world, and in the relationship with the therapist. From here, we develop more adaptive flexibility
— Kara London, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Tustin, CAI'm passionate about destigmatizing mental health and take a holistic, integrated, and individualized approach to treatment. I provide a safe welcoming environment free of judgment to all. I'm excited to collaborate with you to create a treatment plan that improves your quality of life and moves you toward your goals.
— Marco Rudas-Garcia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Clackamas, ORInterpersonal therapy focuses on the individual's relationships and coping skills to allow one to feel empowered to address the issues within their relationships, both personal and professional, to ensure healthy boundaries and reasonable expectations for self and others.
— Nora Vassar, Licensed Clinical Social WorkerSince our main focus in therapy at Khan Counseling is building a strong therapeutic connection and trusting relationship within the therapy room, we often utilize IPT techniques to help with relationships outside of the therapy room. These can include the idea(s) psychological symptoms can be understood as a response to current difficulties in everyday relationships with other people, like setting boundaries or improving communication.
— Khan Counseling Psychotherapy, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Newport Beach, CA