Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

What does Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) help with?

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CBT is a type of talk therapy that helps people understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It’s based on the idea that negative thinking patterns can lead to emotional distress and unhelpful behaviours — and that by changing those thoughts, we can feel better and act more effectively.

  • Identifies ways of thinking leading to a negative view of self

  • Teaches skills to interrupt unhelpful ways of thinking and turn them into more helpful thought patterns

  • Reduces depression by promoting a more positive view of self and the world

  • Reduces anxiety by reducing fear associated with unhelpful thoughts

  • Reduces stress by challenging the distortions in thought that exacerbate the stress

  • Allows for a clearer and more accurate view of self and the world

anxiety,

depression,

stress,

ocd,

phobias,

insomnia,

anxiety, depression, stress, ocd, phobias, insomnia,

  • “Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take a step.”

    -Naeem Callaway

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What you can expect at Selah

We know that every person carries unique experiences and circumstances with them to therapy.

We believe your counselling experience should integrate a process that seeks to bring you hope and change through the following steps:

  1. You will pick whether you want to attend in-person, virtual or hybrid. 

  2. You will get started with your initial session. Relationship building is the most crucial stage during this appointment, as trust and connection are vital in the therapeutic process. It takes “on average”, two or more sessions before you can determine your fit with the therapist. We always say, “Don’t give up on counselling, but connect with a new counsellor if not a good fit.” Don’t hesitate to contact our Intake Coordinator at 519-281-1845 or intake@selahsupport.ca if not a good fit. 80% of your change in therapy is about the relationship with your therapist. 

  3. During your initial sessions, you will share your current circumstances and areas you would like to see changed, and then we will go from there. We want to get to know you.  

  4. Once you and your therapist feel you are comfortable and present concerns and desires are shared, you will begin to work through various activities, skills, and treatment methods We aim to work with you in partnership, helping you gain insight and new skills that create an environment for change. 

Let’s work together.