Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapists in East York, ON
I have been teaching graduate level courses since 2011 in psychodynamic theory, EFT, CBT, research, family and group therapy in the MSW departments at UofT and Smith College.
Hello and welcome! I am a Psychotherapist/Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical practice with children, teens, adults and families with complex needs. I work with my clients' strengths to build coping skills and resiliency while simultaneously exploring recurring themes stemming from attachment wounds or unmet needs. Having one foot in the present and one in the past helps determine how early relational experiences often continue to impact current challenges and relationships. Feeling comfortable with your therapist is first and foremost, so I offer a free phone consultation to see if we may be a good fit.
I have been teaching graduate level courses since 2011 in psychodynamic theory, EFT, CBT, research, family and group therapy in the MSW departments at UofT and Smith College.
Hello and welcome! I am a Psychotherapist/Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical practice with children, teens, adults and families with complex needs. I work with my clients' strengths to build coping skills and resiliency while simultaneously exploring recurring themes stemming from attachment wounds or unmet needs. Having one foot in the present and one in the past helps determine how early relational experiences often continue to impact current challenges and relationships. Feeling comfortable with your therapist is first and foremost, so I offer a free phone consultation to see if we may be a good fit.
I've trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and EMDR.
Hey there, I'm Negin! For the past five years, I've been deeply engaged in exploring childhood psychology. With dual Master's degrees, one in Clinical Psychology and another in Education with a specialization in Developmental Psychology, my focus is on supporting adults, families, and children navigating anxiety, OCD, and trauma-related issues. My approach is collaborative, working closely with both children and their families to confront whatever life throws their way. Whether it's soothing anxious thoughts or unpacking difficult experiences. we're in it together.
I've trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and EMDR.
Hey there, I'm Negin! For the past five years, I've been deeply engaged in exploring childhood psychology. With dual Master's degrees, one in Clinical Psychology and another in Education with a specialization in Developmental Psychology, my focus is on supporting adults, families, and children navigating anxiety, OCD, and trauma-related issues. My approach is collaborative, working closely with both children and their families to confront whatever life throws their way. Whether it's soothing anxious thoughts or unpacking difficult experiences. we're in it together.
Divine Muzia - Elevated Minds Therapy
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I often use CBT, DBT, Inner Child Work, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, IFS, and Narrative Therapy.
Life's journey is different for everyone, and its challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Balancing personal and professional responsibilities on your own can be tough. Many find it helpful to work with a skilled professional to navigate obstacles that affect their well-being. As a therapist, I offer a fresh perspective, focus on your strengths, and create a supportive, welcoming environment. I am dedicated to helping you grow personally and professionally, guiding you towards health and success.
I often use CBT, DBT, Inner Child Work, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, IFS, and Narrative Therapy.
Life's journey is different for everyone, and its challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Balancing personal and professional responsibilities on your own can be tough. Many find it helpful to work with a skilled professional to navigate obstacles that affect their well-being. As a therapist, I offer a fresh perspective, focus on your strengths, and create a supportive, welcoming environment. I am dedicated to helping you grow personally and professionally, guiding you towards health and success.
I often use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) in my practice, to look at the ways your thoughts may be impacting your mood, and to find ways to increase your sense of social support, strengthen your communication skills, and better navigate major life changes.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist, mother, and yoga teacher with over 5 years of experience supporting clients struggling with anxiety, low mood and depression, body image concerns, and managing life transitions. I strive to create a comfortable, judgment-free space for you to explore your concerns and learn workable strategies for managing your distress with ease.
I often use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) in my practice, to look at the ways your thoughts may be impacting your mood, and to find ways to increase your sense of social support, strengthen your communication skills, and better navigate major life changes.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist, mother, and yoga teacher with over 5 years of experience supporting clients struggling with anxiety, low mood and depression, body image concerns, and managing life transitions. I strive to create a comfortable, judgment-free space for you to explore your concerns and learn workable strategies for managing your distress with ease.
I use an eclectic approach, incorporating modalities such as CBT, psychodynamic work, and more.
Hi! I'm Olivia- I'm The Millennial therapist for millennials. I understand your struggles because I've been there, too. So if you're struggling with things like relationships, your sense of self, or dealing with difficult emotions/experiences, I see you and I hear you. As your therapist I will use my experience, expertise and theoretical knowledge to create a collaborative therapy plan tailored specifically toward you and your unique needs. Here is the approach: Step 1: Awareness. This is all about understanding your specific concerns and where they stem from.
I use an eclectic approach, incorporating modalities such as CBT, psychodynamic work, and more.
Hi! I'm Olivia- I'm The Millennial therapist for millennials. I understand your struggles because I've been there, too. So if you're struggling with things like relationships, your sense of self, or dealing with difficult emotions/experiences, I see you and I hear you. As your therapist I will use my experience, expertise and theoretical knowledge to create a collaborative therapy plan tailored specifically toward you and your unique needs. Here is the approach: Step 1: Awareness. This is all about understanding your specific concerns and where they stem from.
Playful Hearts Therapy (Play/ EMDR Therapy)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I use a variety of modalities depending on the age of your child/ adolescent, including EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy.
I am a fully Certified Play Therapist and a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor through the Canadian Association for Play Therapy. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and work with all ages using this modality. I have over 20 years of experience in working with children, youth and families from various ethno-racial backgrounds and in various mental health settings including child welfare, hospital, school, and the community. I am a service provider for Victim Services, the Internet Child Exploitation - Counselling Program, Metis Nation of Ontario, Indigenous Services Canada, and previously for the 2-Spirited People of the First Nations.
I use a variety of modalities depending on the age of your child/ adolescent, including EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy.
I am a fully Certified Play Therapist and a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor through the Canadian Association for Play Therapy. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and work with all ages using this modality. I have over 20 years of experience in working with children, youth and families from various ethno-racial backgrounds and in various mental health settings including child welfare, hospital, school, and the community. I am a service provider for Victim Services, the Internet Child Exploitation - Counselling Program, Metis Nation of Ontario, Indigenous Services Canada, and previously for the 2-Spirited People of the First Nations.
We incorporate techniques from CBT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused approaches, Gestalt therapy, IFS, attachment,etc
Welcome to Therapedia Centre, where you can be matched with a psychotherapist who would best fit your therapeutic goals and needs. We are a team of psychotherapists from different cultural backgrounds, who welcome individuals from all lines of life, with all sorts of experiences, and choices of lifestyle. Whether you are struggling in your personal or romantic relationships or face conflicts in your professional fields or experience new challenges in your new roles (as a parent, partner, etc), our psychotherapists can provide new perspectives to help you manage your situation better. If you have been feeling stuck, we may help.
We incorporate techniques from CBT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused approaches, Gestalt therapy, IFS, attachment,etc
Welcome to Therapedia Centre, where you can be matched with a psychotherapist who would best fit your therapeutic goals and needs. We are a team of psychotherapists from different cultural backgrounds, who welcome individuals from all lines of life, with all sorts of experiences, and choices of lifestyle. Whether you are struggling in your personal or romantic relationships or face conflicts in your professional fields or experience new challenges in your new roles (as a parent, partner, etc), our psychotherapists can provide new perspectives to help you manage your situation better. If you have been feeling stuck, we may help.
I'll support you in recognizing patterns in your life, and offering tools in a collaborative and nonjudgmental way using modalities like Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), relational approaches, CBT and others.
I’d love to work with you if you're going through a big life change, like becoming a parent or figuring out who you are in this next chapter. If you are ready to heal from family patterns and intergenerational trauma, or who are finding it hard to manage emotions and relationships, whether with caregivers, parents, partners, or others. If you're navigating the balance between cultural expectations and shaping your own identity, I’m here to support you through that journey, too. Together, we can explore what feels most true for you and how to move forward with more confidence and peace.
I'll support you in recognizing patterns in your life, and offering tools in a collaborative and nonjudgmental way using modalities like Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), relational approaches, CBT and others.
I’d love to work with you if you're going through a big life change, like becoming a parent or figuring out who you are in this next chapter. If you are ready to heal from family patterns and intergenerational trauma, or who are finding it hard to manage emotions and relationships, whether with caregivers, parents, partners, or others. If you're navigating the balance between cultural expectations and shaping your own identity, I’m here to support you through that journey, too. Together, we can explore what feels most true for you and how to move forward with more confidence and peace.
Madia Javid-Yazdi
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd, BJourn
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work from a flexible perspective, pulling from various therapeutic approaches such as, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, mindfulness, and self-compassion focused interventions to best meet your individual needs.
When struggles touch our lives, reaching out for guidance and support in an empathic, safe environment can assist us in addressing life stressors and foster healing. My goal is to collaboratively cultivate such a space with you so that you are free to explore, empowered to reach insights, and encouraged to engage in new and constructive strategies. All the while, shedding light on your strengths and abilities to cope and thrive. I have an interest in working with individuals facing anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, life transitions, stress, burnout, parenting, and relational concerns.
I work from a flexible perspective, pulling from various therapeutic approaches such as, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, mindfulness, and self-compassion focused interventions to best meet your individual needs.
When struggles touch our lives, reaching out for guidance and support in an empathic, safe environment can assist us in addressing life stressors and foster healing. My goal is to collaboratively cultivate such a space with you so that you are free to explore, empowered to reach insights, and encouraged to engage in new and constructive strategies. All the while, shedding light on your strengths and abilities to cope and thrive. I have an interest in working with individuals facing anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, life transitions, stress, burnout, parenting, and relational concerns.
I use a CBT approach to help kids struggling with social anxiety, separation anxiety, school refusal, specific phobias, OCD and generalized anxiety.
I am a Child and Family Therapist with over two decades of experience helping children, adolescents and adults (ages 4 and up) to develop or enhance their coping skills, tools and strategies to successfully manage life's challenges. I have a warm and engaging style that enables me to quickly connect with children, build a trusting relationship, and help them to develop the skills and abilities they need to succeed. I've worked at various Children's Mental Health Centres in Toronto prior to starting a private practice. I would be happy to be a part of your child/family's journey and a catalyst to their change/success.
I use a CBT approach to help kids struggling with social anxiety, separation anxiety, school refusal, specific phobias, OCD and generalized anxiety.
I am a Child and Family Therapist with over two decades of experience helping children, adolescents and adults (ages 4 and up) to develop or enhance their coping skills, tools and strategies to successfully manage life's challenges. I have a warm and engaging style that enables me to quickly connect with children, build a trusting relationship, and help them to develop the skills and abilities they need to succeed. I've worked at various Children's Mental Health Centres in Toronto prior to starting a private practice. I would be happy to be a part of your child/family's journey and a catalyst to their change/success.
I incorporate multiple evidence based therapies in my practice including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy and somatics.
I am a queer Registered Social Worker in BC and Ontario with ten years of experience practicing psychotherapy in the public and private sector. My practice is informed by my anti-oppressive, anti-racist and intersectional feminist values. I am experienced and passionate about supporting clients with the following presenting issues: identity & gender exploration, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I can offer structured treatment for a variety of presenting concerns including social & general anxiety, OCD, depression and PTSD. I also work with clients in an unstructured, exploratory manner focused on cultivating self awareness.
I incorporate multiple evidence based therapies in my practice including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy and somatics.
I am a queer Registered Social Worker in BC and Ontario with ten years of experience practicing psychotherapy in the public and private sector. My practice is informed by my anti-oppressive, anti-racist and intersectional feminist values. I am experienced and passionate about supporting clients with the following presenting issues: identity & gender exploration, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I can offer structured treatment for a variety of presenting concerns including social & general anxiety, OCD, depression and PTSD. I also work with clients in an unstructured, exploratory manner focused on cultivating self awareness.
Meet Our Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counsellors
I use science-based methods including CBT, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness, and self-compassion approaches.
Are you struggling connecting with your core authentic self? Do you feel like your mind, body, and emotions are out of balance? I’d be honoured to help navigate these challenges with you and support you in making positive changes. As a Clinical Psychologist, I work collaboratively with individuals and couples by drawing on their capacity for growth to help them gain greater self-understanding and meet their desired goals. I believe therapy should offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their inner worlds.
I use science-based methods including CBT, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness, and self-compassion approaches.
Are you struggling connecting with your core authentic self? Do you feel like your mind, body, and emotions are out of balance? I’d be honoured to help navigate these challenges with you and support you in making positive changes. As a Clinical Psychologist, I work collaboratively with individuals and couples by drawing on their capacity for growth to help them gain greater self-understanding and meet their desired goals. I believe therapy should offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their inner worlds.
Training: Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MiCBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focussed Therapy (EFT), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Clinical Hypnotherapy (C
Healthy relationships can offer security, connection, and acceptance. Yet when communication breaks down and unresolved conflict or mistrust builds, relationships can leave us feeling drained and disconnected. Strengthening your ability to express your deepest needs isn’t just about improving relationships — it's about reclaiming your voice, stepping into your power, and fueling your personal growth.
Therapy offers a transformative space where you can deepen self-awareness, develop new skills, and break through barriers standing between you and the life you want to create — both within yourself and in your connection with others.
Training: Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MiCBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focussed Therapy (EFT), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Clinical Hypnotherapy (C
Healthy relationships can offer security, connection, and acceptance. Yet when communication breaks down and unresolved conflict or mistrust builds, relationships can leave us feeling drained and disconnected. Strengthening your ability to express your deepest needs isn’t just about improving relationships — it's about reclaiming your voice, stepping into your power, and fueling your personal growth.
Therapy offers a transformative space where you can deepen self-awareness, develop new skills, and break through barriers standing between you and the life you want to create — both within yourself and in your connection with others.
I employ an integrative model incorporating adult attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT), dialectical therapy (DBT), emotional focused therapy (EFT) and narrative therapy to explore and support you in your emotional healing.
Thank you for checking out my practice profile. I have 20+ years of providing professional mental health supports to clients and bring a warm and compassionate presence to my work. I seek to create a safe environment in which we collaboratively process difficult feelings towards making meaningful changes to create a more fulfilled life. I use an integrative model tailored to your specific needs. If you are stuck in unhelpful relationship interpersonal cycles; need clarity on life transitions, family, or struggling with a difficult past, I can support you.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions
Individual: $150; $225 couples (75 min)
I employ an integrative model incorporating adult attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT), dialectical therapy (DBT), emotional focused therapy (EFT) and narrative therapy to explore and support you in your emotional healing.
Thank you for checking out my practice profile. I have 20+ years of providing professional mental health supports to clients and bring a warm and compassionate presence to my work. I seek to create a safe environment in which we collaboratively process difficult feelings towards making meaningful changes to create a more fulfilled life. I use an integrative model tailored to your specific needs. If you are stuck in unhelpful relationship interpersonal cycles; need clarity on life transitions, family, or struggling with a difficult past, I can support you.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions
Individual: $150; $225 couples (75 min)
Oksana Denysenko
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I also use Solution-focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
If you want to become more confident, independent from what others might think of you, build healthy relationships or overcome your past - welcome! The focus If my work is developemental trauma, that mold our relationships with our inner Self ans others. My aim in the theraoy is to help my clients to define their real needs, to strengthen their Self and to help them give themselves a permission to live their life as they always wanted. Changes happen when we focus on what is going on in our life right now, becoming more attentive to our inner Self and our needs.
I also use Solution-focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
If you want to become more confident, independent from what others might think of you, build healthy relationships or overcome your past - welcome! The focus If my work is developemental trauma, that mold our relationships with our inner Self ans others. My aim in the theraoy is to help my clients to define their real needs, to strengthen their Self and to help them give themselves a permission to live their life as they always wanted. Changes happen when we focus on what is going on in our life right now, becoming more attentive to our inner Self and our needs.
I work through a therapeutic framework of trauma-informed Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Relational Intelligence Therapy (associative therapy), CBT, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Uncertainty, unexpected challenges and self-doubt can weigh us down. Carrying such weight can cause us to experience fatigue, worry, sleepless nights, and unwanted behaviours, thoughts and emotions. Imagine what it would be like if some of that weight could be lifted. I offer compassionate care for people with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief and trauma. Based on an integrative mix of both person-centred and psychodynamic approaches, I endeavour to inspire compassionate self-understanding with an aim towards inner healing.
I work through a therapeutic framework of trauma-informed Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Relational Intelligence Therapy (associative therapy), CBT, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Uncertainty, unexpected challenges and self-doubt can weigh us down. Carrying such weight can cause us to experience fatigue, worry, sleepless nights, and unwanted behaviours, thoughts and emotions. Imagine what it would be like if some of that weight could be lifted. I offer compassionate care for people with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief and trauma. Based on an integrative mix of both person-centred and psychodynamic approaches, I endeavour to inspire compassionate self-understanding with an aim towards inner healing.
I use acceptance and commitment, trauma-informed and cognitive behavioural therapies to address issues with grief & loss, anxiety, chronic illness, relationships, childhood trauma, substance use, and identity.
Seeking therapy can be intimidating. Are you ready to talk to someone, but unsure where to start? Are you thinking, 'What's the point?' and 'No one can help me.' Are you worried about being judged? Criticized? You are probably feeling overwhelmed by these thoughts, and very alone. But what if you could talk freely and openly without being judged? What if you were offered practical tools to face your challenges? This is the space that I can create for you. I will use authenticity, respect, curiosity and kindness to help you confront and explore your challenges. I will help you build tailored strategies to confidently meet your goals.
I use acceptance and commitment, trauma-informed and cognitive behavioural therapies to address issues with grief & loss, anxiety, chronic illness, relationships, childhood trauma, substance use, and identity.
Seeking therapy can be intimidating. Are you ready to talk to someone, but unsure where to start? Are you thinking, 'What's the point?' and 'No one can help me.' Are you worried about being judged? Criticized? You are probably feeling overwhelmed by these thoughts, and very alone. But what if you could talk freely and openly without being judged? What if you were offered practical tools to face your challenges? This is the space that I can create for you. I will use authenticity, respect, curiosity and kindness to help you confront and explore your challenges. I will help you build tailored strategies to confidently meet your goals.
CBT - where we identify & learn to question & address unhelpful or automatic negative thoughts you are having which are impacting your life.
You find life overwhelming; you recognize you are stuck in patterns or behaviors in your personal or professional life that are not working for you, but you don’t know how to help yourself. You think to yourself “what’s the point?” or “things will never change”. That leads to more overwhelm and procrastination. Maybe you notice your head is full of anxious thoughts or negative self-talk that impacts your mood. You don't have to figure it out alone. Utilize my support to close the gap between where you are today and where you want to be. If you’re ready to make some lasting changes, you’ve come to the right place.
CBT - where we identify & learn to question & address unhelpful or automatic negative thoughts you are having which are impacting your life.
You find life overwhelming; you recognize you are stuck in patterns or behaviors in your personal or professional life that are not working for you, but you don’t know how to help yourself. You think to yourself “what’s the point?” or “things will never change”. That leads to more overwhelm and procrastination. Maybe you notice your head is full of anxious thoughts or negative self-talk that impacts your mood. You don't have to figure it out alone. Utilize my support to close the gap between where you are today and where you want to be. If you’re ready to make some lasting changes, you’ve come to the right place.
Eating Dynamiks & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, RD, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Our sessions will be grounded with the use of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Narrative Therapy; or by simply using our safe therapeutic space to tell your story, shape your future, and be assured you are being heard as you move towards your end goal.
I am a Master of Social Work, psychotherapist, and Dietitian. For over 20 years, I have specialized in helping individuals and families to successfully move beyond the effects of a range of mental health and dietary challenges including eating disorders. Our journey together is paced as we attend to mental health, emotional, &/or eating management skills-building needs. Along the way, it is often necessary to identify "taken-for-granted" thought patterns, emotions, and behaviours that no longer align with your evolving life goals. Together, we rebuild your skills, confidence, hope, life, and important relationships.
Our sessions will be grounded with the use of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Narrative Therapy; or by simply using our safe therapeutic space to tell your story, shape your future, and be assured you are being heard as you move towards your end goal.
I am a Master of Social Work, psychotherapist, and Dietitian. For over 20 years, I have specialized in helping individuals and families to successfully move beyond the effects of a range of mental health and dietary challenges including eating disorders. Our journey together is paced as we attend to mental health, emotional, &/or eating management skills-building needs. Along the way, it is often necessary to identify "taken-for-granted" thought patterns, emotions, and behaviours that no longer align with your evolving life goals. Together, we rebuild your skills, confidence, hope, life, and important relationships.
I have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution Focused Therapies as well as in Grief and Bereavement and trauma based approaches.
I help people become their most authentic selves by supporting them to successfully navigate life's challenges. I am a non-judgemental and collaborative listener, who uses effective, clinically proven mental health tools to facilitate strength, resilience and self-awareness. I place a strong focus on nurturing a trusting and caring therapeutic relationship and I work collaboratively to help you meet your therapy goals.
I have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution Focused Therapies as well as in Grief and Bereavement and trauma based approaches.
I help people become their most authentic selves by supporting them to successfully navigate life's challenges. I am a non-judgemental and collaborative listener, who uses effective, clinically proven mental health tools to facilitate strength, resilience and self-awareness. I place a strong focus on nurturing a trusting and caring therapeutic relationship and I work collaboratively to help you meet your therapy goals.
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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 catastrophising 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.