Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapists in St John's, NL
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Christine Riggs
Counsellor, BA, BscOT, MACP, OT(R)NL, CCC
Verified
Verified
I have training in
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (
CBT
), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness as well as Grief and Bereavement.
I have been fortunate to work in community mental health and addictions for over 28 years. I have extensive clinical experience helping adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, childhood dysfunction, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, addiction, emotion dysregulation and family/relationship challenges.

Amanda Peddle
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Amanda practices from a trauma informed, culturally sensitive lens. Amanda believes a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship coupled with a strengths based focus can support growth, goal achievement, and healing. Amanda’s areas of practice include stress and coping, anxiety, depression, parenting and trauma. Amanda has also completed training in sex therapy, Trauma Focused
CBT
,
CBT
, DBT, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Amanda draws from a variety of treatment modalities including, but not limited to, DBT,
CBT
, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy to tailor therapy to the unique needs of each client.

Maggie Dawson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, ND
Verified
Verified
I have training in a number of different approaches, including DBT, EFT, compassion-focused
CBT
, and trauma-informed therapies, among others.
At times, we all need support to navigate through the challenges and difficulties we face in our lives. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or any other challenge, together, we can work towards achieving your goals and living a fulfilling life.

Andrea D Foote
Counsellor, MEd , CCC, RP(Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I take a gentle and supportive approach to counselling, specializing in
CBT
, empowerment and work with children and youth.
Sometimes things happen in life that are beyond our control. Changing and adapting to new situations can be difficult. Navigating through that process can be challenging but talking through it can help gain perspective.
St John's, NL A1E
& Online
Waitlist for new clients

Kristen Hynes
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I am trained in many theoretical approaches including
CBT
, DBT, Solution Focused, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Brief Interventions.
I have been practicing social work for nearly 15 years and am eternally grateful for the work I am able to do, and the relationships I have been able to form with the folx I work alongside. I have worked in diverse practice areas which have provided me with the knowledge, skills and compassion needed to create meaningful, therapeutic relationships with people. I believe in the value of showing up as my genuine self in sessions with you. My approach is client-centered; I bring a variety of tools to the table, and I believe that you do as well, and our work together will be collaborative and goal driven.
St John's, NL A1C
& Online
Waitlist for new clients

Laura Parsons
Counsellor, BSc, MEd, DCP(c), CCC, ND
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I'm a Certified Counsellor CCC and Naturopath ND with training in
CBT
, DBT, Strengths Based, Play Therapy, JASPER, Perinatal, Postpartum, Infertility, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT, and Couples Therapy.
Starting therapy can be overwhelming. I get it! It’s important to me that my practice is a safe and inviting space, trauma informed, and free of judgment. I offer refreshments and a place to relax before you join session. I welcome children, teens, students, parents, adults, and all couples. Whatever your struggle is, you don’t have to be alone. Reaching out is the first step. Just start there. I offer online booking as well as virtual therapy. I am the Co-Founder and Director of Repose Wellness Collective- a team of specialized Counsellors, Speech Language Pathologists, and a Registered Psychologist offering ADHD and LD Assessment.

Jenna Kean
Counsellor, MSc, CCC
Verified
Verified
I generally work from a
Cognitive
-Behavioral Therapy approach, however, I believe it is important to remain client-centred and adapt from other treatment modalities when necessary i.
I'm a St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador native with a passion for continued education around mental health and wellness. My aim is to create a safe space where individuals can learn how to strengthen coping skills, address daily stressors and learn how to develop and practice healthy coping patterns. I have experience working with individuals in the areas of depression, anxiety, anger, parenting, stress management, trauma, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and self-esteem. Moreover, I have considerable experience working with individuals experiencing suicidal ideations.
St John's, NL A1E
& Online

Kara Pinksen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic approach is informed by
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work and nearly 20 years experience offering therapy to individuals, couples and families. Reaching out for therapy can be difficult. It can create feelings of anxiety or shame, or a fear of being misunderstood or judged. I believe that therapy should be a non-judgmental, collaborative experience, where you can comfortably uncover and confront the obstacles preventing you from living the life you deserve. My goal is to provide a non- judgmental, compassionate, trauma-informed, queer positive, gender affirming, respectful space that is inclusive to all.
St John's, NL A1B
& Online

Coastal Health NL
Counsellor, PhD, MEd, RDT, CCC
We hold special training at graduate and doctoral levels in counselling and clinical psychology, including Arts Therapies, EMDR, Family and couple intervention,
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Diagnostic assessment, and others.
If there's one experience that is guaranteed, it's change. Change comes in many forms; accomplishment, loss, crisis. Sometimes we lead change in our lives, sometimes we're forced to follow it - kicking and screaming. Coastal Health Inc. Is a multi-practitioner, allied health, practice. We work collaboratively and emphasize a comprehensive service access to our clients. Our team are all graduate and doctoral trained therapists, specializing in multiple areas, including (but not limited to); Chronic illness, grief, trans support for individuals and families, family issues, couple issues, depression and anxiety, identity and career etc

Priority Health Counselling
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, ND
Verified
Verified
I specialize in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including but not limited to: Acceptance Commitment Therapy,
Cognitive
Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Today you have taken the first step to getting your life back. I know that mental health issues and life circumstances can leave you feeling overwhelmed, out of control, and without hope. BUT, don't believe everything your mind tells you! Regardless of the issues or circumstances that have brought you here, starting right now, you are on the road to recovery. Together, we will work to build the knowledge and skills that will enable you to manage and even overcome your issues, so you can start living the rich, meaningful life you want, today.

Kristan Barnes
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RP-Qual
Verified
Verified
I use a wide range of therapeutic techniques including but not limited to Trauma-informed care,
CBT
, DBT, Play Therapy, and Attachment-Based approaches.
Hello! My name is Kristan and I am glad you have taken this first step. At times it can be difficult to determine what we are looking for or what we need, I am an empathetic and receptive therapist who is determined to help you navigate your way through life in a way that works best for you. It is of utmost importance that my clients seeking therapeutic intervention experience a safe and non-judgemental environment to share and heal.
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Samantha Rose
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Some approaches I use include ACT, DBT,
CBT
, SFT, psychoeducation and psychotherapy.
I have experience providing individual counselling to children, youth, and families. I offer services in relation to trauma, grief and loss, transitions, family breakdowns, coping, anxiety, depression, ADD/ ADHD, emotional regulation, anger management, and other mental health diagnosis'. I provide brief therapy services which is goal oriented and aimed at debriefing an event, or offering clients new skills they can utilize. This type of service is ideal for those with a limited number of sessions through their insurance or EAP. I also offer more intensive services aimed at helping people work through their trauma.

Cheryl Baker
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Some of the approaches that I often work from include motivational interviewing (MI), solution-focused therapy,
cognitive
behavioural therapy (
CBT
), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), trauma-informed practice, harm reduction, recovery-oriented approaches, narrative therapy, and client-centered practice.
I’m Cheryl, an actively registered social worker, and I have been providing direct therapeutic counselling services for nearly 15 years in the field of mental health and addictions. I have received a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfred Laurier University, Ontario and completed the Bachelor of Social Work program from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Through my social work career, I have been given so many opportunities to engage in advanced clinical therapy with individuals, couples, and families, of all ages, in various capacities. I bring a range of experiences, therapeutic skills, and education to each relationship.

Nikita-Rae Piercey
Counsellor, BSc , MEd, RPsych
Verified
Verified
Hello! I’m Nikita-Rae Piercey. I am a Registered Psychologist. I am currently offering counselling services in the St. John’s area. I will be working with clients of all ages and offering services to children, adolescents, and adults. Therapeutically, I practice from an eclectic approach using skills and techniques from a wide range of interventions, including but not limited to:
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.

Heidi Pond
Counsellor, MACP, BBA
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Some include: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy,
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, and Person Centred Therapy.
My name is Heidi Pond and I’m a St. John’s-based Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). I fully recognize that life is not always easy, and I care deeply about helping you navigate life’s greatest challenges. Understanding that each client is unique, each session is tailored to your specific needs. I bring warmth and empathy to the counselling room, creating a space where you’re able to feel a sense of comfort.

Louisa Iannaci
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RSSW, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Ways of working and modalities that I’ve utilized within my practice include narrative psychotherapy, DBT,
CBT
and creatives arts therapy.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with more than ten years of experience supporting individuals with their mental wellness. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives and at times become stuck with internal conflict, ways of being, or are in situations that are not conducive to growth. I believe that everyone is on their own spiritual journey and that for some, participating in therapy can encourage deeper understanding and help to unearth meaning in their life. I enjoy helping clients work to identify the source of thoughts, feelings and concerns with the goal of arriving at a place of understanding and acceptance.

Kelsey M McAlister
Counsellor, MA, RHN, CCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I take a holistic, biopsychosocial approach to all clients, as what brings us to therapy exists within all aspects of our lives. I use theoretical approaches such as client-centered, attachment-based, emotionally focused therapy (EFT),
cognitive
behavioural therapy (
CBT
), and solution-focused therapies, as well as components of mindfulness. I primarily work with couples and individuals as they navigate distress in their lives and relationships such as transitions, infidelity, pregnancy, and parenting. You will be met with warmth, comfort, and understanding in our sessions.

Melissa Bruce
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach that uses aspects of
cognitive
-behavioral therapy to help you gain an understanding of your situation and develop the tools necessary for you to manage whatever life throws at you.
I have years of experience working with individuals who are experiencing difficulties in their everyday lives and feel they need a little extra support. Some of my clients may struggle with mental illness on a regular basis, while others may be faced with circumstances that contribute to situational increase in stress. The effects of both can have short- or long-term effects. I have experience working with children, youth and families who are navigating pathways through addiction, mental health concerns, post-traumatic stress, life transitions or work-related stress injuries, just to name a few.

Sabrina Batt
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MC, RSW, CCC
Verified
Verified
I use evidence-based approaches which I have been trained in including: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (
CBT
), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
If you need support, a safe place, and have the desire to challenge the parts of your life that are not working for you, I would love to hear from you. I help people understand and change what is stopping them from living the life they want. This can include mental health issues, challenging life transitions, trauma, and unhealthy relationships with themselves and others. I specialize in Post-Concussion Syndrome and chronic pain, I help clients gain understanding and confidence so they can navigate the physical, emotional, relational, sleep, and
cognitive
impacts of PCS and pain.

Latoya Newman
Counsellor, BEd, MEd, ND, CCC-Q
Verified
Verified
I will facilitate each session using solution-focussed strategies, motivational interviewing,
CBT
and brief psychodynamic therapy.
Reaching out for help can be difficult and I'm happy that you've made it this far. I offer special support to children (ages 7-12), teens, and adults, in navigating the path to better emotional and mental well-being and believe that this is ultimately gained through developing and nurturing healthy relationships. I believe that everyone has the right to live with dignity and safety. My clients include: parents who are struggling with how to relate to their children; individuals experiencing bullying or harassment; individuals experiencing a relationship break-down, separation or divorce, and victims of crime.
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Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counsellors
How does cognitive behavioural therapy work?
Cognitive behavioural therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario (catastrophizing) or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioural therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioural therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioural therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.