Psychoanalyst
Pronunciation: /ˌsaɪkoʊˈænələst/
Psychoanalyst (noun)
- A trained mental-health professional who helps people understand hidden feelings and thoughts through talk and analysis.
- A person who uses psychoanalysis methods to study how early experiences may affect a person’s behaviour and emotions.
Examples
- A psychoanalyst helps people understand their feelings.
- The psychoanalyst listens carefully during each session.