Psychosocial therapy definition

Psychosocial therapy means a specialized, formal interaction between an LMSW or LISW and a client in which a therapeutic relationship is established and maintained to assist the client in overcoming or abating specific emotional, mental, or social problems and achieving specified goals for well-being. Psychosocial therapy is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the interface between the client and the client’s environment. Therapy is a planned, structured program based on a diagnosis and is directed to accomplish measurable goals and objectives specified in the client’s individual treatment plan.

Examples of Psychosocial therapy in a sentence

  • Post Primary Care Psychosocial therapy a) Psychologist will offer weekly therapeutic sessions for the duration of 12 weeks, followed by fortnightly sessions for the rest of the period during the patients stay in halfway house.