Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapists in Westminster-Branson, Toronto, ON

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Mingyu Wang
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Westminster-Branson, Toronto, ON M2R  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is warm and non-judgmental, drawing primarily from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness.
With over a decade of experience in helping individuals through mental health challenges, I’ve learned that each person’s journey is truly unique. The events that you have encountered in your life have shaped your instincts, perspective, and way of coping with difficulties. My role is to work alongside you to unpack what is not working for you anymore, and hone in on your areas of resilience.
My therapeutic approach is warm and non-judgmental, drawing primarily from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness.
With over a decade of experience in helping individuals through mental health challenges, I’ve learned that each person’s journey is truly unique. The events that you have encountered in your life have shaped your instincts, perspective, and way of coping with difficulties. My role is to work alongside you to unpack what is not working for you anymore, and hone in on your areas of resilience.
(289) 277-8095 View (289) 277-8095
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Aida Abdullah
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MCAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westminster-Branson, Toronto, ON M2R
Aida is a Psychotherapist qualifying with a background in Clinical Psychology. She has over 15 years of experience working with clients from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds, providing high-quality short and mid-term treatments, using different types of structured evidence-based therapies. She has worked in diverse settings such as hospitals, mental health agencies, and non-profit organizations.
Aida is a Psychotherapist qualifying with a background in Clinical Psychology. She has over 15 years of experience working with clients from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds, providing high-quality short and mid-term treatments, using different types of structured evidence-based therapies. She has worked in diverse settings such as hospitals, mental health agencies, and non-profit organizations.
(289) 207-7515 View (289) 207-7515
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Sana Rizvi
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westminster-Branson, Toronto, ON M2R  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients virtually. Are you a high-achiever who's feeling stuck dealing with big emotions? Perhaps you're finding yourself angrier than usual, yelling at loved ones, or disconnecting and numbing. Perhaps you're drowning your sorrows in alcohol, weed, over-eating, mindless scrolling, or maybe even overworking. Do you feel that no matter how hard you work, you just don't feel good enough? There's a part of you that knows you are capable. But this gnawing inner voice doesn't let you believe that you are ‘enough.’
Accepting new clients virtually. Are you a high-achiever who's feeling stuck dealing with big emotions? Perhaps you're finding yourself angrier than usual, yelling at loved ones, or disconnecting and numbing. Perhaps you're drowning your sorrows in alcohol, weed, over-eating, mindless scrolling, or maybe even overworking. Do you feel that no matter how hard you work, you just don't feel good enough? There's a part of you that knows you are capable. But this gnawing inner voice doesn't let you believe that you are ‘enough.’
(289) 272-0803 View (289) 272-0803
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Sarah Laye
Registered Social Worker, BA Psch, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Westminster-Branson, Toronto, ON M2R  (Online Only)
I can help you to understand and manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic pain, and other mental health concerns, as well as to navigate challenging situations, interpersonal conflict, uncertainty, and life transitions. When working with children, I can help them to understand and regulate their feelings and thoughts as well as communicate with their parents, peers, and teachers. For parents, we can put our minds together and I can support you to navigate difficult experiences with your children and in your relationships, including your self-care, which can be so challenging when you are as busy as you are.
I can help you to understand and manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic pain, and other mental health concerns, as well as to navigate challenging situations, interpersonal conflict, uncertainty, and life transitions. When working with children, I can help them to understand and regulate their feelings and thoughts as well as communicate with their parents, peers, and teachers. For parents, we can put our minds together and I can support you to navigate difficult experiences with your children and in your relationships, including your self-care, which can be so challenging when you are as busy as you are.
(289) 210-5170 View (289) 210-5170
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Hiral Shah
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Verified Verified
Westminster-Branson, Toronto, ON M2N  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Hiral. I’m glad you are here. Have you been struggling with life's challenges? LIfe can be hard sometimes. I would be happy to work with you. I offer online professional therapy in the comfort and privacy of your own home. I can provide these services in English, Hindi, or Gujarati. With almost a decade of experience in the field, I have been able to cultivate a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and the intricate dynamics that shape our behaviors, emotions, and relationships. Having a lived experience, I understand the aspects of the journey, its challenges and gifts.
Hello! My name is Hiral. I’m glad you are here. Have you been struggling with life's challenges? LIfe can be hard sometimes. I would be happy to work with you. I offer online professional therapy in the comfort and privacy of your own home. I can provide these services in English, Hindi, or Gujarati. With almost a decade of experience in the field, I have been able to cultivate a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and the intricate dynamics that shape our behaviors, emotions, and relationships. Having a lived experience, I understand the aspects of the journey, its challenges and gifts.
(548) 888-1067 View (548) 888-1067
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Psychotherapy4Success - Valerie McIntosh
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BSc, RP, CLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westminster-Branson, Toronto, ON M2R
"If you are looking for a Clinical Therapist/Counsellor or Life Coach to effectively help transform the life of a youth, woman, couple and family, Valerie is a great person to depend on for results. As a compassionate, caring, and trusting professional, Valerie over delivers quality by bringing so much success to others in Thinking-up, Exploring, Designing and Manifesting a life that is in harmony with your soul's purpose. She skillfully applies specific clinical skills that are fundamental to your individual experience. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Society of Adlerian Psychology (ONSAP)."
"If you are looking for a Clinical Therapist/Counsellor or Life Coach to effectively help transform the life of a youth, woman, couple and family, Valerie is a great person to depend on for results. As a compassionate, caring, and trusting professional, Valerie over delivers quality by bringing so much success to others in Thinking-up, Exploring, Designing and Manifesting a life that is in harmony with your soul's purpose. She skillfully applies specific clinical skills that are fundamental to your individual experience. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Society of Adlerian Psychology (ONSAP)."
(647) 952-5973 View (647) 952-5973
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 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.