Interpersonal therapy

Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is based on the theory that interpersonal problems can contribute to the development of mental health issues. It helps the patient to identify and understand interpersonal problems and how they contribute to negative thoughts and feelings, and implement strategies that improve interpersonal functioning. Interpersonal therapy focuses on 4 areas:

• grief
• interpersonal disputes
• interpersonal deficits
• role transitions.