Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapists in Yorkville, Toronto, ON
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Lolita Abramyan
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy involves incorporating
CBT
techniques with Mindfulness as well as drawing on other therapeutic approaches to maximize benefit for the patient.
We all want to be understood. In fact, it's one of our primary needs. I am here to offer help to anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, fears/phobias, chronic pain, loss and grief, interpersonal relationships, and more. Are you looking for guidance and understanding? Would you like to learn new, healthy ways of coping with life's challenges? If so, I am happy to support and guide you towards greater self-development and healthier functioning. My goal is to help my clients become happier, healthier, and more balanced. Please contact me directly at 416-206-5563 to ensure a prompt response.
Kate Best
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kate is trained in motivational interviewing (MI),
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (
CBT
) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
Kate Best earned her Master of Social Work degree at Columbia University in New York City. Her training has focused on mental health and addictions treatment in a multitude of settings. Upon completion of her Masters Degree, Kate became a founding clinician at the Bleuler Chemical Dependency Clinic in Queens, New York, where she worked after graduation. Upon returning to Toronto, Kate worked for a number of years as an addictions clinician at an outpatient substance abuse treatment centre where she specialized in the treatment of individuals, groups, couples, and families struggling with addiction and other mental health issues.
Rin (Lynn) Imai
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I draw from a variety of modalities including
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (
CBT
), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
It is a natural part of life that we question our careers and ask ourselves why we do what we do. You may be feeling unfulfilled and purposeless with your career where it feels painful to stay where you are, but it also feels painful to deal with the confusion, overwhelm, stress, and anxiety involved in thinking about what's next and how to transition your career. As a Registered Psychotherapist and Career Counsellor, I'm here to help you manage these emotions and make a strategic, informed decision on what career to pursue next. My approach combines psychotherapy with practical decision-making and action-planning.
Anita Owusu
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
While I am trained in numerous techniques and use a variety of methods (including Intensive Short-Term Psychodynamic Therapy,
Cognitive
Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, Emotional Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology & Mindfulness), I respect the uniqueness of every individual and will always implement a tailored approach that caters to specific individual needs.
In my years of practice, my focus has been centred around individuals from different walks of life (i.e race, religion, sexual orientation). Particularly, ones who have trauma, body image issues, low self esteem, phobias and/or are anxious, depressed, stressed, destructive, angry, lonely, abused and in or have been in the child welfare system. In regards to my approach, I am genuine and compassionate, but remain equally honest and direct. Rather than bombarding clients with endless questions, I aim to engage them through meaningful methods and effective interventions.
Not accepting new clients
Jean Keating Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
Verified
As a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario, I have been working in the field of counselling for over twenty years, providing Psychotherapy and Counseling to adolescents and adults in both individual and group settings. In a collaborative, compassionate and non-judgemental environment, I take an integrative approach, drawing upon a variety of interventions including
cognitive
behavioural, psychodynamic, relational and solution focused strategies. I hope to foster healing experiences for my clients that are empowering and pro-active.
www.tatijanabusic.com
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I customize my appraoch based on your needs - drawing from psychodynamic and attachment models, mindfulness,
CBT
, emotion-focused, and neuroscience.
As a psychologist, my goal is to support my clients to deepen self-understanding and awareness while calming and alleviating present distress. I welcome working with adult individuals and couples from all racial, religious, cultural, gender identity, and sexual orientation backgrounds.
Iara Da Costa
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am trained in emotion-focused,
cognitive
-behavioural, humanistic, DBT, and mindfulness approaches.
As a psychologist, I work with change. Change may involve shifts in awareness, attitude, behaviour, goals, acceptance, or coping strategies that will enhance your quality of life and well-being. Many obstacles can prevent us from living a satisfying life. These could be a history of trauma, invalidating relationships, habits that no longer serve us, or environments that may hinder our psychological growth. I can help you identify obstacles to your quality of life, develop strategies to tackle them, and set goals to increase and maintain your well-being.
Annabelle Torsein - Centre For Psychology And Emotional Health
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Annabelle strives to create a safe, non-judgmental environment, where she and her client can work together collaboratively to establish the client’s specific treatment goals. She approaches sessions with emotional attunement and empathy, which she considers to be very important for understanding the client’s journey. She uses evidenced-based therapies within the context of client-centered care. She is trained in delivering individual and group-based interventions in the following modalities,
cognitive
-behavioural therapy,
CBT
for insomnia, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, and mindfulness.
Advance Health Psychotherapy & Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
It's our job to 'get' who you are, to help you sort it out, so you can get to where you want to be! Our therapies include
cognitive
(
CBT
), mindfulness, solution-focused, existential, and others.
WELCOME! You want to be at peace with yourself and the people around you. You want the freedom to follow your dreams, to be part of something that matters, and to live to your fullest potential. However, you may have hit a low point, feel you are missing out on life, or feel afraid and alone. You may have more bad days than good days and feel you are falling apart. You may struggle with: anxiety and panic attacks, pain, health anxiety, depression, loneliness, insomnia/sleeplessness, fear after a personal trauma, alchohol/substance use, lifestyles issues, an abusive relationship, or controlling your reaction to others.
Lianne Trachtenberg - Centre For Psychology And Emotional Health
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I drawing from a variety of evidence-based treatments including
cognitive
behavioural therapy, schema therapy, and dialectical behavioural therapy.
I am a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist at the Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health. I received my PhD at the University of Toronto and recently completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University Health Network (UHN) in cancer survivorship. I have a special interest in supporting men and women facing challenges coping with a life-threatening illness. I am compassionate, caring and available. I am dedicated to building upon my clients' strengths, while empowering them to make meaningful change. I approach psychotherapy as a collaborative partnership in which we work together to achieve your life goals.
Tara Gralnick - Centre For Psychology And Emotional Health
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
She has an integrative therapeutic approach, flexibly drawing from
CBT
, DBT and EFT.
I work with clients experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic), depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychosis, complex trauma, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), overwhelming emotions, life stressors, and self-stigma. I have developed a particular interest in working with clients who endured interpersonal traumas and who experience difficulties rooted in shame and self-criticism.
Nicole Masil
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My work is trauma-informed and I draw from Emotion-Focussed Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT),
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (
CBT
), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I offer individual, couple, and family psychotherapy. My therapeutic stance is one of respect and active engagement. I like to explore resiliency, knowledge, aspirations and resources so you and I can have conversations that highlight what is going well while gently redirecting thinking and behavioural patterns that may be interfering with your capacity to feel connected to yourself and others. Whether this is solo or partnered endeavour, you will be able to gain clarity of your personal needs, develop self-compassion and acceptance, and uncover new bonding possibilities, and ways to maintain emotional connections.
Rob Nolan
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
My therapy practice helps people who are trying to prevent or manage health problems and who are concerned about emotional distress or their ability to function optimally at work or in social activities. My approach to therapy as a Psychologist has been enriched by my experience as an Associate Professor in Medicine and Psychology, and as a Clinical Researcher and Senior Scientist in a major university teaching hospital. I am dedicated to working collaboratively with each person. I provide
cognitive
-behavioral therapy and motivational counseling to help my clients feel ready and confident to:
Todd Hartley
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MA
Verified
Verified
I have also received advanced training in various psychotherapy modalities including trauma informed psychotherapy and,
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy.
**In person & virtual appointments available** Welcome! I use evidence-based methods to work with patients experiencing anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-criticism and relationship issues including family difficulties. My approach is insight-oriented and focuses on understanding thoughts, behaviours and emotions; this method of psychotherapy allows for lasting and meaningful change. We'll work together to improve your well-being so that you can live your best life. I work from an empathic and non-judgmental perspective to meet every client’s individual needs. Deciding to enter therapy takes courage. You can feel better!
Samira Rostami
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, MSc, CPsych
Verified
Verified
Cognitive
-behavioural therapy (
CBT
) is my main approach along with Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapies, in addition to Clinical Hypnotherapy.
My 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy for a diverse group of individuals, lecturing in universities and conducting clinical and brain-imaging research make me confident enough to be one of the most professional therapists. Helping you gain insight and elevating the quality of your life is the passion of my life. My main focus is on working with adults and their concerns such as anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, ADHD, phobia, panic, romantic relationships, work-related stress, self-esteem, decision-making, problem-solving, conflict resolution, parenting, and the like. More info on my website: www.drsamirarostami.com
Career Help | Amanda Tobe | Organizational Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified
Verified
I believe that change happens when individuals address their fears and apply solution-focused strategies rooted primarily in
cognitive
behavioural and mindfulness.
I am an organizational psychologist based in Toronto. I am passionate about helping people build their careers inside-out and believe that soul work is the backbone of goal work. I'm on a mission to help people love the work they do and perform their best. The types of goals and challenges I support includes: performance anxiety (incl. speech anxiety), career search support, workplace stress, work-life balance, effective communication (incl. assertiveness training, EQ) and performance optimization. I worked 5+ years in corporate before pursuing my license and bring an organizational lens to my work.
Waitlist for new clients
Reyhane Namdari
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ATR
Verified
Verified
I am also specialized in working with children and teenagers using
CBT
, Art Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Are you trying to take control of your emotions, unhealthy habits, or negative thoughts? Are you trying to improve your interpersonal skills, romantic or professional relationships, or seeking personal growth? Are you simply in need to talking about your life, decisions, and future plan? If yes, then you may want to try setting an appointment to tackle these issues. I provide therapy for children, adults, parent-child relationship, family, and couple therapy. A friendly reminder for my reader is that you don't have to have a "serious condition" to see therapy. If you feel stuck in any aspect of your life, therapy can be helpful.
Matt-Trill Chambers
Registered Psychotherapist, CYW, BA, RP
Verified
Verified
Combining a variety of approaches, including
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (
CBT
), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, we can explore your needs and goals in order to develop a path forward that works best for you.
Your healing journey has already begun because you're here and I am looking forward to partnering with you to take the next step. A positive and beneficial therapeutic relationship requires rapport building and trust, which we will work on together while I support you in achieving your personal goals. My faith is important to me and I believe that we are constantly growing and learning as people. As a result, change is always possible. I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, and families, with a special focus on the Black community and other marginalized racial/ethnic groups.
Not accepting new clients
Meghan Reid
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I tailor my approach to best support each client and my practice is grounded in
CBT
, Existentialism, and Interpersonal Processing.
Are you confused, unsure, or unhappy about your career? The work you do can contribute to fulfillment, happiness, pride, and wellbeing; or, it can have the opposite effect. If you can relate to feeling stuck, demotivated, frustrated, depressed, stressed, or unfulfilled in your career, call me today for a free consultation. If you're not sure how to make a career change, what your options are, or which educational path to take, I can help. Working one-on-one with you, I'll support you in making realistic and informed career decisions and plans, all in 5-7 sessions.
Lory Coimbra
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
These approaches include mindfulness,
cognitive
behaviour therapy, solution-focused, dialectical behaviour therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
With 20 years as a therapist, my focus has been working with individuals struggling with a range of mental health and relationship concerns. My therapy approach is collaborative, respectful and client-centred, with the intention of providing a space that is safe and non-judgmental while cultivating acceptance and self-compassion. I have worked in multiple settings and with various populations. However, the bulk of my clinical experience has been working in outpatient mental health in hospitals. I have also held an appointment as Adjunct Lecturer - Factor Inwentash School Of Social Work, University of Toronto.
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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.