What is Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)?
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a structured and evidence-based form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and addressing psychological symptoms. IPT is rooted in the understanding that our interactions with others profoundly impact our emotional wellbeing. By exploring and addressing interpersonal issues within the context of therapy, individuals can experience significant relief from distressing symptoms and develop healthier ways of relating to others.
How Does IPT Work?
In Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), the therapeutic journey unfolds over several sessions, carefully tailored to address interpersonal challenges. It begins with a thorough assessment, allowing your therapist to understand your unique difficulties and their impact on your emotional wellbeing. Together with your therapist, you identify specific interpersonal issues contributing to your symptoms, whether they stem from relationship conflicts or feelings of social isolation.
Collaboratively, you and your therapist set therapeutic goals, focusing on improving communication strategies and fostering healthier relationships. Throughout therapy, evidence-based interventions are used, including communication skills training and role-playing exercises. These interventions lay the groundwork for meaningful change and promote positive relational patterns.
As therapy progresses, you integrate these new skills and insights into your daily life. Through continued practice and reflection, you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships, fostering ongoing personal growth and fulfilment beyond therapy.
What can IPT help with?
- Relationship Issues – (disputes, conflict or disharmonies in a specific relationship or friendship). IPT is particularly beneficial for individuals experiencing difficulties in their relationships, whether with partners, family members, or friends. It helps individuals navigate conflicts, improve communication, and foster healthier, more fulfilling connections.
- Workplace Issues – IPT can help individuals navigate interpersonal conflicts or challenges in the workplace, such as difficulties with colleagues, supervisors, or work-life balance. It offers strategies for improving communication, resolving conflicts, and enhancing workplace relationships.
- Interpersonal Sensitivities or Deficits – this is where we see a person who has difficulties making and maintaining most relationships, which usually results in social isolation and loneliness. For individuals struggling with interpersonal sensitivity or difficulty forming and maintaining relationships, IPT offers strategies to improve social skills, build confidence, and cultivate more meaningful connections with others.
- Life Transition (major life changes) – IPT can be valuable during major life transitions, such as job changes, job loss, moving cities or country, retirement, parenthood, empty nest. It assists individuals in adjusting to new roles and responsibilities, managing transitions effectively, and maintaining supportive social networks.
- Grief and loss – IPT provides support for individuals coping with grief and loss, helping them navigate the mourning process and adjust to life without the deceased. By exploring feelings of loss within the context of relationships.
By addressing these various issues within the context of interpersonal relationships, IPT helps individuals develop healthier coping mechanisms, improve their social functioning, and enhance their overall quality of life.
Why Choose IPT Therapy with Reset Mind?
As a qualified Interpersonal Psychotherapist accredited by IPT UK, the leading authority in IPT, I provide expert, compassionate care that’s tailored just for you. I combine rigorous training, ongoing professional development, and a deep commitment to helping you navigate life’s emotional challenges.
With Reset Mind, your therapy is never one-size-fits-all. Together, we’ll create a personalised treatment plan that addresses your unique needs and goals, helping you strengthen relationships, manage difficult emotions, and feel more in control of your life.
How much does IPT cost?
Complimentary 15-min exploratory telephone or video call session to find out more about your needs and how I can help you.
For Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) via video call online or telephone £70 per 50-min session or if you block book 6+ consecutive weekly sessions £65. For face-to-face sessions, please add £15 per session (Norwich NR3 and NR7 dependant on room availability)
If you’d like to sign up for a FREE 15-min exploratory video call session with Ann-Marie at Reset Mind, simply complete the form below to arrange. Please ensure you leave a telephone number.