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Virtual & In-Person Cognitive BehaviouralTherapy (CBT) in Ontario
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy that is used to help people understand and change the way they think and behave. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed or ready to seek change, CBT may be a good option for you, and we can help. Our team currently offers CBT therapy in-person at our offices in Toronto, Barrie, or London, ON and online throughout Ontario.
What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based type of psychotherapy that is widely used to treat a variety of mental health disorders. CBT has been proven to be an effective treatment for conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD and many other mental health conditions.
This type of therapy helps people to understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are related, and it teaches them specific skills to help them modify the thoughts and behaviours that are contributing to their problems. This type of therapy is often shorter-term, although the amount of sessions needed varies between clients and unique situations.
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How does Cognitive Behavioural Therapy work?
During your CBT sessions, you will work with your therapist to break down overwhelming problems into smaller areas and identify how each area is interconnected. Problems are broken down into situations, thoughts, emotions, physical feelings, and actions. By understanding each of these areas of a complex problem, it becomes easier to create strategies to overcome them.
At Gibson & Associates, we believe that our personal stories and journeys are the roots that provide us with the growth opportunities and foundations for strength and resilience. However, our stories can also hold experiences that cause pain, insecurity, and doubt. Working through our stories and addressing our stuck points is a helpful way to change our lives.
What can Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) help with?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours and develop practical strategies for navigating difficult experiences. CBT therapy can be helpful for a range of mental health concerns, including:
- Anxiety and excessive worry
- Depression and low mood
- Panic attacks and panic disorder
- Stress and burnout
- Trauma and difficult life experiences
- Phobias and fears
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Sleep difficulties and insomnia
- Low self-esteem and self-criticism
- Anger and emotional regulation
- Relationship and communication challenges
- ... and more
What Are The Benefits of CBT?
The benefits of CBT are similar to those of other types of counselling in that you can work with a therapist to identify opportunities to heal, create and implement coping strategies, and overall, increase your quality of life. That being said, however, there are some unique benefits to CBT including:
- It is highly structured – during sessions you can expect to discuss specific problems with your therapist and set goals to achieve them. This can differ from other types of talk therapy which are more free-flowing.
- It is collaborative – during sessions, you can expect your therapist to work with you in a collaborative manner to find solutions to your identified problems.
- It can help develop a more rational thought process – one of the main benefits and focuses of CBT is that it can help us to gain control over our thoughts. Patients often feel less ruminating thoughts and more in control of their thoughts after CBT.
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Find a CBT Therapist in Ontario
Many of our therapists offer somatic therapy for individuals, couples, families, children, and youth virtually across Ontario, with in-person options in London, Toronto, and Barrie. Our Client Care Team can help you find a therapist whose expertise and approach match your needs.
