A widely used evidence-based treatment where individuals learn foundational skills and strategies to gain immediate relief from current symptoms such as anxiety and low mood, and break cycles such as avoidance or withdrawal. I believe CBT skills are useful for everyone, and these are often offered as a first stage of treatment.

Another widely used cognitive therapy where individuals not only learn skills and strategies for symptoms improvement but develop a deeper understanding about previous experiences, especially childhood relationships and events. These early experiences may have contributed to current ways of seeing the world – as well as mental health symptoms. Schema Therapy is also used as a longer-term treatment for personality disorders.

Incorporates cognitive and behavioural strategies with Eastern philosophies to focus on improving emotion regulation and reducing self-harmful behaviours. Individuals who benefit from DBT may have problems controlling their impulses and emotions, and may have symptoms consistent with Borderline Personality Disorder. DBT is typically a longer-term therapy and may be used in conjunction with Schema Therapy if appropriate.

The gold standard evidence-based treatment for eating disorders. Research shows that this practical, accessible treatment has good outcomes. It incorporates cognitive techniques, such as observing negative thoughts about eating, with behavioural techniques such as developing regular eating patterns. I offer CBT-E for Binge Eating Disorder. 

As clinically appropriate, I offer diagnostic assessment for neurodivergence, psychological disorders and personality disorders. This includes diagnostic assessment for Autism and ADHD (adults only). Sometimes individuals seek clarification on existing symptoms or diagnosis, while others seek a diagnosis to clarify their direction in treatment. Diagnoses may be made in conjunction with a psychiatrist, and written reports are provided as well.