Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

IPT is based on exploring issues in relationships with other people, and can currently be offered to people experiencing moderate levels of depression. It explores your relationships with peers, family members and the way you see yourself.
 
The goal is to work with your therapist to understand and identify interpersonal problems, and to manage relationship difficulties. During therapy, one or two current problem areas are chosen to focus on.
 
Examples of areas covered are disputes with friends, family or co-workers, grief and loss, and role transitions, such as retirement or divorce. This is a time limited therapy and this is usually discussed at the first meeting with a therapist.