B2nounhealthpsychology
US/ˈθer.ə.pɪst/
UK/ˈθer.ə.pɪst/
a trained person whose job is to help people recover from illness or emotional problems
In context
After the accident, she saw a physical therapist twice a week.
My therapist helped me understand why I felt so anxious.
The therapist asked him to describe his sleep habits.
Words that go with therapist
verb + noun
- see a therapistYou should see a therapist about your stress.
adjective + noun
- physical therapistA physical therapist designed his exercise plan.
- occupational therapistAn occupational therapist visited the home.
- trained therapistOnly a trained therapist should treat trauma.
noun + noun
- speech therapistThe speech therapist worked with the boy every week.