ther·a·pist 
/ˈθerəpɪst/ noun
plural ther·a·pists /ˈθerəpɪst/ noun [count] 1 : a person trained in methods of treating illnesses especially without the use of drugs or surgery
▪ He works with a therapist to improve his speech. — see also occupational therapist, physical therapist, physiotherapist 2 : a person who helps people deal with mental or emotional problems by talking about those problems : a person trained in psychotherapy
▪ He saw his therapist [=psychotherapist] regularly when he was going through his divorce. ▪ a family therapist
▪ He works with a therapist to improve his speech. — see also occupational therapist, physical therapist, physiotherapist
▪ He saw his therapist [=psychotherapist] regularly when he was going through his divorce. ▪ a family therapist
