Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is a short-term form of psychotherapy, usually 12 to 16 sessions, that is used to treat depression and other conditions. IPT focuses on your interpersonal relationships and social interactions including how much support you have from others and the impact these relationships have on your mental health.

TYPES

• Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy

• Metacognitive Interpersonal Therapy

TECHNIQUES

• Grief

• Role Dispute

• Role Transition

• Interpersonal Deficits

Interpersonal therapies is used for disorders like,

• Anxiety

• Bipolar disorder

• Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

• Dysthymia

• Eating disorders

• Perinatal and postpartum depression

• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

• Social anxiety disorders

• Substance and alcohol use disorders

It may also be helpful for dealing with attachment issues, grief, life adjustment and transitions, and relationship conflicts.

BENEFITS

• Improved relationships

• Decreased depression