Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Kingston, ON
My therapeutic approach in my clinical practice is based upon an initial assessment of Client's core values, sense of meaning and identity . It is my experience that people of all stripes seek interior / spiritual balance. Assisting them in the areas that they identify as challenges; feeling overwhelmed, a want of vision and/or control, depression, grieving losses, stress, anxiety, or a sense of aloneness are areas where I can provide my expertise to help them along the path of healing, wellness, and purposefulness.
My therapeutic approach in my clinical practice is based upon an initial assessment of Client's core values, sense of meaning and identity . It is my experience that people of all stripes seek interior / spiritual balance. Assisting them in the areas that they identify as challenges; feeling overwhelmed, a want of vision and/or control, depression, grieving losses, stress, anxiety, or a sense of aloneness are areas where I can provide my expertise to help them along the path of healing, wellness, and purposefulness.
Accepting NEW clients! I offer therapy to children, youth & adults of diverse backgrounds to provide support with a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, self-esteem issues, emotional dysregulation, executive functioning, chronic illness, identity exploration, end of life care & more. I’m passionate about helping clients overcome life stressors/ challenges, strengthen existing coping strategies & learn new practical skills to make sustainable change. I strive to provide an open, non- judgmental space for clients to explore and work through their treatment goals while ensuring safety & comfort.
Accepting NEW clients! I offer therapy to children, youth & adults of diverse backgrounds to provide support with a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, self-esteem issues, emotional dysregulation, executive functioning, chronic illness, identity exploration, end of life care & more. I’m passionate about helping clients overcome life stressors/ challenges, strengthen existing coping strategies & learn new practical skills to make sustainable change. I strive to provide an open, non- judgmental space for clients to explore and work through their treatment goals while ensuring safety & comfort.
Are you an overachieving, people-pleasing human who has a hard time saying no, tends to overwork, is secretly riddled with anxiety, has a challenging relationship with your parents, has difficulty setting and maintaining boundaries, and feel like you're riding a roller coaster of big emotions? Like the Type-A person that you are, you've tried all the things to feel better: self-help, exercise, yoga, meditation, healthy eating, new planners, podcasts...but you're still stuck. You thought it was a phase, but now it's starting to affect your relationships, and you're finally feeling ready - and willing - to make a real change
Are you an overachieving, people-pleasing human who has a hard time saying no, tends to overwork, is secretly riddled with anxiety, has a challenging relationship with your parents, has difficulty setting and maintaining boundaries, and feel like you're riding a roller coaster of big emotions? Like the Type-A person that you are, you've tried all the things to feel better: self-help, exercise, yoga, meditation, healthy eating, new planners, podcasts...but you're still stuck. You thought it was a phase, but now it's starting to affect your relationships, and you're finally feeling ready - and willing - to make a real change
Maybe you’ve tried to get help before, but it just wasn’t the right time or the right fit. Or maybe this is your first time considering therapy, but taking that first step just seems like the most terrifying and vulnerable thing to do.
Maybe you’ve tried to get help before, but it just wasn’t the right time or the right fit. Or maybe this is your first time considering therapy, but taking that first step just seems like the most terrifying and vulnerable thing to do.
Currently accepting new clients for treatment. Wait time for assessment services is 12 months+. At times in life we can become stuck in intense feelings, whether it's related to stressful challenges, life transitions, relationships, or events from our past that continue to cause us pain. We try to cope but our usual strategies are not working anymore.
Currently accepting new clients for treatment. Wait time for assessment services is 12 months+. At times in life we can become stuck in intense feelings, whether it's related to stressful challenges, life transitions, relationships, or events from our past that continue to cause us pain. We try to cope but our usual strategies are not working anymore.
Steve Carroll Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
3 Endorsed
Kingston, ON K7L
Experiencing a mental health issue is more common than not, particularly regarding careers. When stress affects our ability to function on or off the job, it's time for help. Helping clients work through these challenges and reengage with their lives is what treatment is about. Based on a previous 25+ years as a career responder, I am familiar with stress, trauma, and maintaining balance. I also treat clients who have never worn a uniform. I see therapy goals as holistic and pragmatic by building understanding, strategies, and practices to build relief, resilience, support functioning, and recovery.
Experiencing a mental health issue is more common than not, particularly regarding careers. When stress affects our ability to function on or off the job, it's time for help. Helping clients work through these challenges and reengage with their lives is what treatment is about. Based on a previous 25+ years as a career responder, I am familiar with stress, trauma, and maintaining balance. I also treat clients who have never worn a uniform. I see therapy goals as holistic and pragmatic by building understanding, strategies, and practices to build relief, resilience, support functioning, and recovery.
Welcome to my page! My name is Kristen. I am a Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist with a passion for supporting individuals who are looking to embark on a healing journey and reclaim their life. I have a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Windsor, as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Trent University. I am registered with both the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). In addition to my education, I have 7 years of experience supporting adults and youth in inpatient and community mental health settings.
Welcome to my page! My name is Kristen. I am a Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist with a passion for supporting individuals who are looking to embark on a healing journey and reclaim their life. I have a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Windsor, as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Trent University. I am registered with both the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). In addition to my education, I have 7 years of experience supporting adults and youth in inpatient and community mental health settings.
We are a collective group of psychotherapists working together to help you facilitate meaningful change in your life. At Spear Wellness Centre, holistic and client-centred care is our top priority and we strive to provide a safe and supportive container for your healing journey. Our licenced psychotherapists will hold space for your healing in a compassionate way to create a genuine environment that encourages self-exploration, growth, and transformation. No matter what you are dealing with right now, we believe you are capable of reaching your potential and finding balance, happiness, and meaning in your life.
We are a collective group of psychotherapists working together to help you facilitate meaningful change in your life. At Spear Wellness Centre, holistic and client-centred care is our top priority and we strive to provide a safe and supportive container for your healing journey. Our licenced psychotherapists will hold space for your healing in a compassionate way to create a genuine environment that encourages self-exploration, growth, and transformation. No matter what you are dealing with right now, we believe you are capable of reaching your potential and finding balance, happiness, and meaning in your life.
Currently accepting new clients in person and online. When asked “how are you?”, do you ever answer “I’m fine”, even though internally you’re in turmoil? I work with individuals to learn how they actually feel, approach and accept those feelings and move away from letting those feelings be in control. I primarily work with First-Responders, other Therapists and civilians who have experienced trauma both in their work and in their personal lives. Whether you are looking to explore the roots of your trauma symptoms, learn to cope with distress or build healthy boundaries, I hope to help you meet those goals.
Currently accepting new clients in person and online. When asked “how are you?”, do you ever answer “I’m fine”, even though internally you’re in turmoil? I work with individuals to learn how they actually feel, approach and accept those feelings and move away from letting those feelings be in control. I primarily work with First-Responders, other Therapists and civilians who have experienced trauma both in their work and in their personal lives. Whether you are looking to explore the roots of your trauma symptoms, learn to cope with distress or build healthy boundaries, I hope to help you meet those goals.
Is life bringing you too much stress, transitions and challenges? Having support and therapeutic guidance can help! None of us are immune to having bad days, rough patches, anxiety, burnout, imposter syndrome, relationship issues, and depression. As a counsellor, I use a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive lens and offer behavioral, narrative, and short-term solution focused practice to help with difficult times encountered throughout life. I enjoy empowering individuals to recognize their own strengths and find a way through the tumultuous life paths.
Is life bringing you too much stress, transitions and challenges? Having support and therapeutic guidance can help! None of us are immune to having bad days, rough patches, anxiety, burnout, imposter syndrome, relationship issues, and depression. As a counsellor, I use a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive lens and offer behavioral, narrative, and short-term solution focused practice to help with difficult times encountered throughout life. I enjoy empowering individuals to recognize their own strengths and find a way through the tumultuous life paths.
Johnson Family Counseling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC, LPC, RPT-S
8 Endorsed
Kingston, ON K7M
Ms. Julia Johnson holds a Master degree is Clinical Psychology, is a Registered Psychotherapist, & Play-therapy Supervisor, a Certified Canadian Counsellor and a Licensed Professional Counsellor in NJ. Ms. Johnson has worked in US for 17 years & Canada for 14 years in different settings, hospital, residential and schools. In 2016 she funded Johnson, Family counselling to provide services to people of different walk of life. We support couples, families, & parents. JFC provides psychotherapy to people who wants to move on and overcome fears and limitations, becoming the best they can be and creating meaning-full relationships.
Ms. Julia Johnson holds a Master degree is Clinical Psychology, is a Registered Psychotherapist, & Play-therapy Supervisor, a Certified Canadian Counsellor and a Licensed Professional Counsellor in NJ. Ms. Johnson has worked in US for 17 years & Canada for 14 years in different settings, hospital, residential and schools. In 2016 she funded Johnson, Family counselling to provide services to people of different walk of life. We support couples, families, & parents. JFC provides psychotherapy to people who wants to move on and overcome fears and limitations, becoming the best they can be and creating meaning-full relationships.
Taylor Jackson - Distress Demolisher
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
2 Endorsed
Kingston, ON K7M
You’re struggling with intense feelings - lonely, sad, worried, overwhelmed, or lost - and you’re not bouncing back from some/all of the crappy things that have happened in your life. You’re not thriving the way you know you could be. You’re not feeling yourself, but you’ve tried what you know usually helps already, and it’s not enough. Despite your best efforts to correct the issues, things aren’t settled, you’re out of ideas, and you’re not able to talk with people around you about your problem. All you want is to feel lighthearted, happy or heck - you’d settle for just comfortable.
You’re struggling with intense feelings - lonely, sad, worried, overwhelmed, or lost - and you’re not bouncing back from some/all of the crappy things that have happened in your life. You’re not thriving the way you know you could be. You’re not feeling yourself, but you’ve tried what you know usually helps already, and it’s not enough. Despite your best efforts to correct the issues, things aren’t settled, you’re out of ideas, and you’re not able to talk with people around you about your problem. All you want is to feel lighthearted, happy or heck - you’d settle for just comfortable.
No matter your reason for seeking therapy, I welcome anyone who wants to improve their mental health and psychological wellbeing. I have extensive clinical experience and am passionate about helping others, whether it's working together to decrease the uncomfortable symptoms of anxiety or depression, build self-esteem, develop tools to manage big emotions, process the lasting impacts of trauma, or learn assertiveness skills. I offer services to children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families.
No matter your reason for seeking therapy, I welcome anyone who wants to improve their mental health and psychological wellbeing. I have extensive clinical experience and am passionate about helping others, whether it's working together to decrease the uncomfortable symptoms of anxiety or depression, build self-esteem, develop tools to manage big emotions, process the lasting impacts of trauma, or learn assertiveness skills. I offer services to children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families.
So, you're feeling down, irritable, stressed-out, and stranded out there without knowing where to start getting better? Are you having trouble getting over negative events from your past? Do you feel like you're failing at this life thing and need to make some serious changes? You've read some books or tried to be more grateful, positive, and energetic, but that doesn't last long enough to get you out of your rut. Your negative moods or behaviours are not going away, and it feels like your challenges are taking over despite your best efforts. It can be legit really hard to get over some of life's hard things, and you're stuck.
So, you're feeling down, irritable, stressed-out, and stranded out there without knowing where to start getting better? Are you having trouble getting over negative events from your past? Do you feel like you're failing at this life thing and need to make some serious changes? You've read some books or tried to be more grateful, positive, and energetic, but that doesn't last long enough to get you out of your rut. Your negative moods or behaviours are not going away, and it feels like your challenges are taking over despite your best efforts. It can be legit really hard to get over some of life's hard things, and you're stuck.
Do you often find that you are not meeting your goals? Despite your best intentions, do you make less progress professionally and in your relationships than you expect? Are you frustrated by the challenges of living your values and and finding joy? If you are an adult or adolescent who struggles with focus and attention issues, or you have been diagnosed with ADHD, I would love to work with you. If you are having difficulties sleeping and find it challenging to enjoy life, your health is being impacted.
Do you often find that you are not meeting your goals? Despite your best intentions, do you make less progress professionally and in your relationships than you expect? Are you frustrated by the challenges of living your values and and finding joy? If you are an adult or adolescent who struggles with focus and attention issues, or you have been diagnosed with ADHD, I would love to work with you. If you are having difficulties sleeping and find it challenging to enjoy life, your health is being impacted.
Sometimes life can be stressful and overwhelming. It can present us with challenging moments that are difficult to overcome and we may end up feeling like it will never get better. But your story is only your story so far. Deep and lasting change is possible. Our team of highly skilled psychologists and psychotherapists can help you build the resources to move through life's inevitable pain and beyond the struggles that are keeping you feeling stuck. We can help you reduce distress, turn your mind toward possibility, and build a life you love.
Sometimes life can be stressful and overwhelming. It can present us with challenging moments that are difficult to overcome and we may end up feeling like it will never get better. But your story is only your story so far. Deep and lasting change is possible. Our team of highly skilled psychologists and psychotherapists can help you build the resources to move through life's inevitable pain and beyond the struggles that are keeping you feeling stuck. We can help you reduce distress, turn your mind toward possibility, and build a life you love.
Kulsoom Malik | Trauma And High Achievers
Registered Psychotherapist, ClnPsyD
2 Endorsed
Kingston, ON K7P
I understand that most likely you have been trying your best and pretending that life is OKAY, but now the heaviness of putting on a brave face is getting you down. You have tried a few things ( reading books, maybe attending therapy) but you find yourself repeating the same old habits of ignoring and pushing down your feelings. Your unresolved TRAUMA is making all your decisions right now. Most likely, most of the time, your trauma leaves you feeling quite unsafe in your body ( panic attacks, low mood, etc). You DO NOT want to feel like this anymore but you are also a little nervous about whether therapy can "really work"?
I understand that most likely you have been trying your best and pretending that life is OKAY, but now the heaviness of putting on a brave face is getting you down. You have tried a few things ( reading books, maybe attending therapy) but you find yourself repeating the same old habits of ignoring and pushing down your feelings. Your unresolved TRAUMA is making all your decisions right now. Most likely, most of the time, your trauma leaves you feeling quite unsafe in your body ( panic attacks, low mood, etc). You DO NOT want to feel like this anymore but you are also a little nervous about whether therapy can "really work"?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's pressures, struggling with stress, or navigating significant changes? Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, or relationship issues, you're not alone. Your goal is to find balance, improve emotional regulation, and enhance your well-being. You deserve a safe, supportive space to explore your feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies for a happier, healthier life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's pressures, struggling with stress, or navigating significant changes? Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, or relationship issues, you're not alone. Your goal is to find balance, improve emotional regulation, and enhance your well-being. You deserve a safe, supportive space to explore your feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies for a happier, healthier life.
Hello! My name is Crystal, and I appreciate you taking the time to visit my profile. Life can be overwhelming and challenging and does not generally come with a road map. I provide a safe, validating, non-judgmental space for individuals struggling with various life stressors and mental health challenges. By working together, we can make meaningful changes, making life feel more balanced and less overwhelming.
Hello! My name is Crystal, and I appreciate you taking the time to visit my profile. Life can be overwhelming and challenging and does not generally come with a road map. I provide a safe, validating, non-judgmental space for individuals struggling with various life stressors and mental health challenges. By working together, we can make meaningful changes, making life feel more balanced and less overwhelming.
Clients that are seeking a partnership and collaborative care. Together we can explore new avenues to support your journey when encountering difficult times or choices in life. We will develop a realistic individual treatment plan that is all about your goals, needs and future. Together we will reinforce positive feelings and behaviours to lead to a healthier life. I will provide client education, implementation of therapeutic techniques including up to date best practice modalities. It is important that you as the client are the Captain of the vessel, I am the Compass and it is all about the safe journey.
Clients that are seeking a partnership and collaborative care. Together we can explore new avenues to support your journey when encountering difficult times or choices in life. We will develop a realistic individual treatment plan that is all about your goals, needs and future. Together we will reinforce positive feelings and behaviours to lead to a healthier life. I will provide client education, implementation of therapeutic techniques including up to date best practice modalities. It is important that you as the client are the Captain of the vessel, I am the Compass and it is all about the safe journey.
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Cognitive Processing (CPT) Counsellors
How does cognitive processing therapy work?
A CPT therapist helps a client evaluate their thoughts about the trauma they experienced, focusing on maladaptive or self-blaming thoughts that can exacerbate symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. The therapist will work with a client to help them learn to challenge such thoughts and consider different perspectives. The therapist is also likely to ask a client to work on these techniques at home between meetings, such as writing an account of their trauma that can be read aloud during a future session.
What is cognitive processing therapy for PTSD?
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a form of cognitive-behavioural therapy primarily used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to treat individuals who experienced abuse or violence, who survived natural disasters, who were first responders to such incidents, or who otherwise experienced trauma.
How long does cognitive processing therapy last?
CPT is a short-term therapy. Whether conducted one-on-one or in a group, a complete set of CPT sessions typically includes 12 weekly sessions, along with tasks for clients to complete at home, although this can vary depending on a client’s needs or a therapist’s particular treatment plan. Sessions typically last 60 or 90 minutes.
How effective is cognitive processing therapy?
A large body of research supports the use of CPT to treat people experiencing PTSD, finding it to be effective among different age groups, either in one-on-one therapy sessions or in a group therapy environment. Research suggests that although the initial sessions may be difficult, clients tend to begin to feel positive progress after the first few sessions, and that the benefits tend to last well after the therapy ends.