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Major Group

Professionals

Sub-Major Group

Social and Cultural Professionals

Minor Group

282

Social and Religious Professionals

Unit Group

2824

Psychologists

Minor Unit Group

MASCO Code

2824-04

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Psychotherapist

Psychotherapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats individuals with emotional, psychological, or behavioral issues. They develop and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions, establish supportive relationships with clients, and monitor progress to promote mental health and overall well-being. The role involves conducting therapy sessions, psychological assessments, and treatment planning tailored to each client’s needs.

Tasks

Conduct clinical interviews, psychological assessments, and identify emotional, relational, and behavioural difficulties.

Develop personalised treatment plans tailored to clients’ needs.

Provide individual or group therapy sessions using appropriate therapeutic interventions.

Address underlying emotional, psychological, and behavioural factors contributing to clients’ concerns.

Establish and maintain supportive therapeutic relationships with clients.

Record client progress and monitor treatment outcomes.

Collaborate with healthcare professionals in client care.

Provide crisis intervention when required.

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Human Health and Social Work Activities

0313
Psychology

Skills

Basic

Active listening to understand clients' needs and concerns.

Critical thinking and problem-solving for effective therapy decisions.

Emotional intelligence and empathy in client interactions.

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Specific

Ability in crisis intervention and response to mental health emergencies.

Ability to analyse client behaviour and treatment outcomes.

Ability to provide patient-centred and culturally sensitive psychotherapeutic support.

Competency in accurate case documentation and record management.

Competency in developing and implementing personalised treatment plans.

Knowledge in ethical and legal considerations in psychotherapy practice.

Proficiency in administering and interpreting psychological assessments.

Proficiency in therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

Additional Info

QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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