What’s the purpose of interpersonal therapy?

Kevin Mangelschots·12/06/2025·0 comments

Reduce depressive symptoms

- IPT was originally developed for treating major depressive disorder and has since been adapted for other conditions like postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, dysthymia, and even eating disorders.

- Studies consistently show IPT is as effective as medication for many people with depression.

Improve interpersonal functioning

- Therapy targets key relationship problem areas because unresolved issues in our social world often trigger or worsen depression.

Strengthening communication skills

- It helps individuals express emotions more clearly, resolve conflicts, and get better at asking for support.

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Hi there, I’m Kevin Mangelschots! A little more about myself: - I'm 33 years old. - I’m a registered, licensed, and practicing therapist with a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy. - Currently practicing at a rehabilitation center located in Belgium. Longtime fitness and gaming enthusiast. - Turned towards psychology, philosophy, mental health, and self-improvement to improve my chronic depression. - My goal is to share evidence-based information with the world that I know is helpful and useful to improve depression and overall well-being. In short, I’m just a guy trying to make sense of the world by thinking about ideas, studying psychology, philosophy, and mental and physical health. I strive to apply my degree in healthcare (occupational therapy) to explain concepts as clearly as possible, based on current research findings.