chaperoneterapeutilisi

Chaperoneterapeutilisi is a neologistic term describing a hypothetical therapeutic framework that combines live chaperonage—a trained individual who accompanies a client through potentially distressing situations—with professional psychotherapy. In this model, the chaperone provides real-time emotional support, regulation prompts, and safety monitoring, while a licensed therapist designs and guides the clinical interventions.

The term fuses “chaperone” with elements of therapy, and the suffix suggests purposeful use. Though not part of established manuals or diagnostic guidelines, proponents argue it addresses barriers to exposure-based therapies by offering in-person presence and boundary management, particularly for clients with high avoidance, mobility challenges, or difficulties with self-regulation in complex environments.

During sessions, the chaperone accompanies the client in real-world or simulated settings. They help with grounding techniques, encourage adherence to agreed exposure limits, and observe environmental cues, while the therapist conducts assessment, psychoeducation, and cognitive-behavioral processing in the follow-up or via concurrent coaching with the chaperone.

Potential applications include anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress, social phobia, and developmental or complex clinical presentations where traditional therapy faces logistical or motivational barriers. It may be integrated with in-person, home-based, or telehealth modalities to expand access to care.

Critics warn about role clarity, confidentiality, boundary risks, and potential dependence on the chaperone. Proponents stress the need for formal training, supervision, and ethical guidelines, as well as empirical research to establish efficacy and safety before broader adoption.