talk therapy

noun

: psychotherapy emphasizing conversation between therapist and patient

Examples of talk therapy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Nanavati built her coaching practice around measurable results rather than years of talk therapy about the past. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 22 July 2026

And while Argentina’s culture of talk therapy may turn psychic suffering into words on the therapist’s couch, fans may be reassured that the pros are trained to translate their nerves into strategy on the pitch. — Caitlin Stephen Hu, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

For some, talk therapy is an effective way to manage symptoms. — Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 14 June 2026

Finding a support system among friends and family, or seeing a therapist for talk therapy, can help. — Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 11 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for talk therapy

• brachytherapy
• chemotherapy
• cryotherapy
• hydrotherapy
• hypnotherapy
• monotherapy
• phototherapy
• psychotherapy
• sclerotherapy
• immunotherapy
• pharmacotherapy
• physiotherapy

Medical Definition

talk therapy

noun

ˈtȯk- 

: psychotherapy emphasizing conversation between therapist and patient