Therapists in Toronto, ON
Are you weighed down by career decisions or test anxiety? Persistently angry and burnt out? Maybe you’re experiencing anxiety and depression for the first time, or struggling to manage panic disorder, bipolar type 2 or ADHD. Are you a new therapist looking for supervision? Perhaps you’re navigating life transitions like marriage, postpartum, or parenting a demanding child. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to do it alone.
Are you weighed down by career decisions or test anxiety? Persistently angry and burnt out? Maybe you’re experiencing anxiety and depression for the first time, or struggling to manage panic disorder, bipolar type 2 or ADHD. Are you a new therapist looking for supervision? Perhaps you’re navigating life transitions like marriage, postpartum, or parenting a demanding child. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to do it alone.
I work with adults and young adults (14+) in areas such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD, life transitions, emotional regulation, self-exploration, depression, stress management, relationship challenges and women's issues.
I believe each individual's journey is unique, and I strive to honour and nurture that uniqueness. Whether you are managing anxiety, navigating life transitions, or seeking relief from stress, I offer a non-judgmental and collaborative practice rooted in curiosity and care—meeting you exactly where you are. My practice is based on an integrative framework, drawing on evidence-based practices that are tailored to your specific needs. My aim is to empower you to build resilience, deepen self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and confidence.
I work with adults and young adults (14+) in areas such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD, life transitions, emotional regulation, self-exploration, depression, stress management, relationship challenges and women's issues.
I believe each individual's journey is unique, and I strive to honour and nurture that uniqueness. Whether you are managing anxiety, navigating life transitions, or seeking relief from stress, I offer a non-judgmental and collaborative practice rooted in curiosity and care—meeting you exactly where you are. My practice is based on an integrative framework, drawing on evidence-based practices that are tailored to your specific needs. My aim is to empower you to build resilience, deepen self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and confidence.
Natascha can support you with a variety of mental health challenges including anxiety & depression or being a young person seeking guidance or support for your mental health, an athlete struggling with self-doubt,or whether your are in a constant internal battle for perfection that just isnt serving you well anymore.
Toronto Psychotherapy Space currently offers both online and in person psychotherapy appointments. Please view our website and give us a call to book a free 15-minute consultation with Natascha or one of our clinical therapists. Natascha is a Registered Psychotherapist, child and youth counsellor, and athlete who specializes in working with youth, adolescents, and adults struggling with a wide variety of internal and external challenges. Natascha has spent the past 17 years working at the Hospital for Sick Children in both their inpatient and outpatient eating disorders and mental health crisis units.
Natascha can support you with a variety of mental health challenges including anxiety & depression or being a young person seeking guidance or support for your mental health, an athlete struggling with self-doubt,or whether your are in a constant internal battle for perfection that just isnt serving you well anymore.
Toronto Psychotherapy Space currently offers both online and in person psychotherapy appointments. Please view our website and give us a call to book a free 15-minute consultation with Natascha or one of our clinical therapists. Natascha is a Registered Psychotherapist, child and youth counsellor, and athlete who specializes in working with youth, adolescents, and adults struggling with a wide variety of internal and external challenges. Natascha has spent the past 17 years working at the Hospital for Sick Children in both their inpatient and outpatient eating disorders and mental health crisis units.
Paul Betito
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M8V
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been struggling lately? Are you seeking expert clinical knowledge and understanding? I am here for you. I am an empathic, sensitive, compassionate and logical therapist able to help you implement change for difficult and distressing thoughts, emotions, situations and behaviours. I will help you learn and develop the best skills and strategies to improve your thoughts, emotions, behaviours and awareness allowing you to overcome modern issues like depression and anxiety, life and work stress, relationship and impulse concerns, life transitions, and more.
Have you been struggling lately? Are you seeking expert clinical knowledge and understanding? I am here for you. I am an empathic, sensitive, compassionate and logical therapist able to help you implement change for difficult and distressing thoughts, emotions, situations and behaviours. I will help you learn and develop the best skills and strategies to improve your thoughts, emotions, behaviours and awareness allowing you to overcome modern issues like depression and anxiety, life and work stress, relationship and impulse concerns, life transitions, and more.
Maddy Krupl
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, OASW, OCSWSSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5H (Online Only)
I am experienced and well versed to work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, trauma, phobia, PTSD, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
How satisfied are you in your life? What do you want your future to look like? Are you experiencing feelings of distrust, panic or frustration? Overwhelmed by life’s demands? Feeling misunderstood, alone? Has there been an escalation of conflict and emotional distress? No more. Life is challenging and unpredictable. One of our deepest needs as humans is to feel understood. To find an anchor of peace, feel as if your voice is being heard, validated. And, you are NOT alone.
I am experienced and well versed to work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, trauma, phobia, PTSD, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
How satisfied are you in your life? What do you want your future to look like? Are you experiencing feelings of distrust, panic or frustration? Overwhelmed by life’s demands? Feeling misunderstood, alone? Has there been an escalation of conflict and emotional distress? No more. Life is challenging and unpredictable. One of our deepest needs as humans is to feel understood. To find an anchor of peace, feel as if your voice is being heard, validated. And, you are NOT alone.
Marlee Rubel
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6E (Online Only)
I am trained to address concerns including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, significant life changes, marital and couples counselling, substance use and addictions, grief and loss, as well as gender, sexuality, and queer issues.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
I am trained to address concerns including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, significant life changes, marital and couples counselling, substance use and addictions, grief and loss, as well as gender, sexuality, and queer issues.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
Natisha Wilson
Registered Psychotherapist, BA(Hon), MA, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
How do you find hope? You're a fighter, and you've always had a clear sense of what matters and the life you aspire to have. You know where you want to go and how you want to feel. But right now, you're encountering obstacles that seem to stand in your way, preventing you from reaching the life you envision. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, or hopelessness might be keeping your feet firmly planted, leaving you feeling stuck.
How do you find hope? You're a fighter, and you've always had a clear sense of what matters and the life you aspire to have. You know where you want to go and how you want to feel. But right now, you're encountering obstacles that seem to stand in your way, preventing you from reaching the life you envision. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, or hopelessness might be keeping your feet firmly planted, leaving you feeling stuck.
Breana Rutledge
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M3C (Online Only)
Providing services to those with: ADHD, Autism, anxiety, as well as supporting those working through grief and loss, stress management, social and peer relationships, emotion regulation, school and future planning etc.
I provide therapy from a wholistic lens, meaning I look at a client's need for therapy, but also all the other areas in their life that may be impacting them. No two clients are the same; therefore sometimes when working with children and youth I get creative with my approach so they feel motivated to participate and engage in therapy. I involve parent(s) as needed, so they have the tools to support their child to make change outside of sessions. Working with young adults, it is providing them a space where they can talk to someone who is willing to listen, and provide prospective to help navigate their adult life rollercoaster!
Providing services to those with: ADHD, Autism, anxiety, as well as supporting those working through grief and loss, stress management, social and peer relationships, emotion regulation, school and future planning etc.
I provide therapy from a wholistic lens, meaning I look at a client's need for therapy, but also all the other areas in their life that may be impacting them. No two clients are the same; therefore sometimes when working with children and youth I get creative with my approach so they feel motivated to participate and engage in therapy. I involve parent(s) as needed, so they have the tools to support their child to make change outside of sessions. Working with young adults, it is providing them a space where they can talk to someone who is willing to listen, and provide prospective to help navigate their adult life rollercoaster!
Mario Jose Lourenco
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, CGT, OSRP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4Y
Welcome! It seems that you may be struggling with life challenges at the moment (i.e., relationship issues, work issues, loss, etc.), or, perhaps, anxiety, unwelcome thoughts, or apathy are getting in the way of you having the life you want. These are some of the common issues that people bring to my office. I have experience working with individuals, couples and groups, and I draw from extensive professional training to ensure you reach your desired outcome. This could include moving through old and/or new issues, making changes, improving relationships, increasing your vitality.
Welcome! It seems that you may be struggling with life challenges at the moment (i.e., relationship issues, work issues, loss, etc.), or, perhaps, anxiety, unwelcome thoughts, or apathy are getting in the way of you having the life you want. These are some of the common issues that people bring to my office. I have experience working with individuals, couples and groups, and I draw from extensive professional training to ensure you reach your desired outcome. This could include moving through old and/or new issues, making changes, improving relationships, increasing your vitality.
Sean Alejandro Cepeda
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4L
Do you find it difficult to express how you really feel? Is it a struggle to make sense of painful emotions or past trauma? Do you wish you could feel more understood? I'm Sean and I want to meet you where you are, I want to help you feel seen and heard, you deserve to feel felt and understood. Together, let's gently lean into the difficult pieces of your story. I can work with you to discover, uncover and understand your emotions, anxiety, and depression and unpack your trauma.
Do you find it difficult to express how you really feel? Is it a struggle to make sense of painful emotions or past trauma? Do you wish you could feel more understood? I'm Sean and I want to meet you where you are, I want to help you feel seen and heard, you deserve to feel felt and understood. Together, let's gently lean into the difficult pieces of your story. I can work with you to discover, uncover and understand your emotions, anxiety, and depression and unpack your trauma.
With 15 years of experience as the head counsellor at The Michener Institute, I offer professional support for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and family challenges. My use of both Gestalt Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) gives me a wide range of options for support for both individual and couples. Gestalt focuses on the 'here and now,' our body experiences and childhood patterns and helps us be present in our relationships. CBT has been rigorously tested in over 1000 studies, and is a therapy that supports depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD), panic and anxiety, phobias and stress.
With 15 years of experience as the head counsellor at The Michener Institute, I offer professional support for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and family challenges. My use of both Gestalt Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) gives me a wide range of options for support for both individual and couples. Gestalt focuses on the 'here and now,' our body experiences and childhood patterns and helps us be present in our relationships. CBT has been rigorously tested in over 1000 studies, and is a therapy that supports depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD), panic and anxiety, phobias and stress.
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Aamir Mohammed Subhan
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW, HBSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
I support those struggling with low mood, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions (e.
If you’re considering therapy it might feel like you have to have all the answers before you start, but your desire for change is enough. As a queer therapist, I'm dedicated to serving our 2SLGBTQ+ communities. I also have a passion for supporting healthcare providers, high-performance athletes, and members of the Muslim community. Therapy is a powerful tool that can help you navigate life's challenges. By exploring the interplay of comfort and discomfort, we create a space for transformation. Together, we'll work on amplifying your strengths, deepening your self-awareness, and challenging perspectives that may be holding you back.
I support those struggling with low mood, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions (e.
If you’re considering therapy it might feel like you have to have all the answers before you start, but your desire for change is enough. As a queer therapist, I'm dedicated to serving our 2SLGBTQ+ communities. I also have a passion for supporting healthcare providers, high-performance athletes, and members of the Muslim community. Therapy is a powerful tool that can help you navigate life's challenges. By exploring the interplay of comfort and discomfort, we create a space for transformation. Together, we'll work on amplifying your strengths, deepening your self-awareness, and challenging perspectives that may be holding you back.
Michelle Philippe
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6G (Online Only)
I work with creative people, high performers, deep thinkers and feelers, athletes, those struggling with high standards, and related feelings of anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.
At times, we feel weighed down by sadness, anxiety, shame, a harsh inner critic, or not feeling “good enough”. This can sometimes occur with people pleasing, perfectionism, chronic worry, or unreasonably high self-standards. Are you a high performer, artist, athlete, dancer (or former)? Has a life transition or loss left you feeling overwhelmed? I strive to help folks like you to build a more compassionate and loving self-relationship, to process difficult life experiences, and to learn more effective coping tools to manage anxiety, mood, and stress symptoms that can get in the way of living our lives fully.
I work with creative people, high performers, deep thinkers and feelers, athletes, those struggling with high standards, and related feelings of anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.
At times, we feel weighed down by sadness, anxiety, shame, a harsh inner critic, or not feeling “good enough”. This can sometimes occur with people pleasing, perfectionism, chronic worry, or unreasonably high self-standards. Are you a high performer, artist, athlete, dancer (or former)? Has a life transition or loss left you feeling overwhelmed? I strive to help folks like you to build a more compassionate and loving self-relationship, to process difficult life experiences, and to learn more effective coping tools to manage anxiety, mood, and stress symptoms that can get in the way of living our lives fully.
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M9A (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Taking this step toward support and well-being is powerful. Whether you're facing anxiety, stress, or workplace challenges, this space is here to help. You might feel stuck in a high-pressure environment or simply need support in navigating life’s demands. Together, we'll create a safe, compassionate space to explore your experiences and foster habits that nurture both mind and body. We’ll work on building resilience, setting healthy boundaries, and finding tools that empower you to live a more balanced, vibrant life, one aligned with your true self.
Welcome! Taking this step toward support and well-being is powerful. Whether you're facing anxiety, stress, or workplace challenges, this space is here to help. You might feel stuck in a high-pressure environment or simply need support in navigating life’s demands. Together, we'll create a safe, compassionate space to explore your experiences and foster habits that nurture both mind and body. We’ll work on building resilience, setting healthy boundaries, and finding tools that empower you to live a more balanced, vibrant life, one aligned with your true self.
Rachel Gosevitz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MS
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4T (Online Only)
In 2017 my heart led me into the field of mental health counselling. After going through my own journey I knew that making a difference in the lives of those whose suffer was what I wanted to do. As a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counsellor I am here to tell you that you are not alone, that there is hope, and that with dedication and consistency you can improve your life. Receiving my training at the Caron Organization in Florida my specialities include working with mood and anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, disordered eating, family and relationship strain, and life transitions.
In 2017 my heart led me into the field of mental health counselling. After going through my own journey I knew that making a difference in the lives of those whose suffer was what I wanted to do. As a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counsellor I am here to tell you that you are not alone, that there is hope, and that with dedication and consistency you can improve your life. Receiving my training at the Caron Organization in Florida my specialities include working with mood and anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, disordered eating, family and relationship strain, and life transitions.
Kourtney Woodhouse
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BASc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
Feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed? Don't worry, you're not alone. My name is Kourtney, and I am passionate about helping you navigate life's challenges and supporting you on your journey towards healing and growth. My approach to counselling is holistic, drawing from various therapeutic approaches. I tailor my interventions to meet your individual needs and goals, through compassionate, non-judgmental, and evidence-based counselling services.
Feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed? Don't worry, you're not alone. My name is Kourtney, and I am passionate about helping you navigate life's challenges and supporting you on your journey towards healing and growth. My approach to counselling is holistic, drawing from various therapeutic approaches. I tailor my interventions to meet your individual needs and goals, through compassionate, non-judgmental, and evidence-based counselling services.
Dr. Devina Daya Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include the treatment of depression, anxiety (e.g social anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias), obsessive-compulsive disorder and related disorders (e.g. body dysmorphia, trichotillomania), bipolar disorder, trauma, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, grief and loss, acculturation stress and difficult life transitions. I work towards helping you cope with difficult thoughts, intense emotions and unhelpful behaviours, along with strengthening your interpersonal functioning. My approaches include cognitive, behavioural, mindfulness, interpersonal and attachment-focused therapies.
My areas of expertise include the treatment of depression, anxiety (e.g social anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias), obsessive-compulsive disorder and related disorders (e.g. body dysmorphia, trichotillomania), bipolar disorder, trauma, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, grief and loss, acculturation stress and difficult life transitions. I work towards helping you cope with difficult thoughts, intense emotions and unhelpful behaviours, along with strengthening your interpersonal functioning. My approaches include cognitive, behavioural, mindfulness, interpersonal and attachment-focused therapies.
With more than 10 years of experience as a counselor and therapist, I provide TeleMental Health (Online therapy) to help people (individuals, couples, immigrants, refugees, etc.) providing therapy and counseling for a variety of issues ( anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships including pre-marriage counseling). As a Certified Trauma Professional, I provide treatment for trauma-related mental health challenges including PTSD, complex, developmental, and childhood traumas. All it takes is a 20-minute free call to answer all your questions and see if you'd like to work with me. After all, you deserve a "life worth living!"
With more than 10 years of experience as a counselor and therapist, I provide TeleMental Health (Online therapy) to help people (individuals, couples, immigrants, refugees, etc.) providing therapy and counseling for a variety of issues ( anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships including pre-marriage counseling). As a Certified Trauma Professional, I provide treatment for trauma-related mental health challenges including PTSD, complex, developmental, and childhood traumas. All it takes is a 20-minute free call to answer all your questions and see if you'd like to work with me. After all, you deserve a "life worth living!"
Natascha Christine Piciga
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, CYC, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6K (Online Only)
Types of Therapy: CBT, DBT & Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, emotional regulation, Family stress, Eating disorders, .
Whether you’re challenged by racing thoughts, worrying incessantly about the future, feeling stuck, unable to cultivate joy in your life or want a life change but don’t know where to start, having the courage to ask for help is the first step. As a therapist, building an open and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients is of utmost importance. Therapy is a process that unravels differently for everyone l. I meet clients exactly where they are on their path in life, using an interactive, warm and non-judgemental approach. I create a safe space where feelings are validated, and clients are heard.
Types of Therapy: CBT, DBT & Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, emotional regulation, Family stress, Eating disorders, .
Whether you’re challenged by racing thoughts, worrying incessantly about the future, feeling stuck, unable to cultivate joy in your life or want a life change but don’t know where to start, having the courage to ask for help is the first step. As a therapist, building an open and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients is of utmost importance. Therapy is a process that unravels differently for everyone l. I meet clients exactly where they are on their path in life, using an interactive, warm and non-judgemental approach. I create a safe space where feelings are validated, and clients are heard.
Alyson Pancer
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BAPsych, CYT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5M
I ONLY work with evidence-based therapies, because I know they work! My specialties include psychotherapy with kids, teens, adults & couples, who live with anxiety and/or depression disorders, insomnia, OCD, child/teen school challenges, bullying, parenting, workplace issues, trauma & abuse, eating disorders, and/or acute/chronic medical health diagnosis.
NOW offering EMDR to help you overcome trauma. Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
I ONLY work with evidence-based therapies, because I know they work! My specialties include psychotherapy with kids, teens, adults & couples, who live with anxiety and/or depression disorders, insomnia, OCD, child/teen school challenges, bullying, parenting, workplace issues, trauma & abuse, eating disorders, and/or acute/chronic medical health diagnosis.
NOW offering EMDR to help you overcome trauma. Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
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Anxiety Counsellors
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.