CBT Therapists Serving Brampton

Therapists offering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Brampton. Available online and in person. Watch intro videos, compare approaches, and book a free 15-minute consultation directly.

Sarah Jane Di Lorenzo
Sarah Jane Di Lorenzo
Registered Psychotherapist
Mind-body connection, Parenting, Relationship to self and others, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Attachment trauma
Arooj Rehman
Arooj Rehman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Childhood trauma, Depression, Attachment, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Behavioural Issues, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Coping Skills, Decision making, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Mental Decolonization, Negative thinking and ruminating, People pleasing, Relationship to self and others, Relationships, Self-Criticism, Stress, Trauma processing, Work-Life Balance, Vulnerability, Understanding & Regulating Emotions
Aaron Rousseau
Aaron Rousseau
Registered Social Worker
Addiction, LGBTQ2IA+, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment trauma, Burnout, Caregivers, College or University Coaching, Coming out and identity, Coping Skills, Dating challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, General Mental Health, Harm Reduction, Identity and Self-Exploration, Masculinity, Personality & Mood Disorders, Relationship to self and others, Self harm, Sexuality, Substance Use, Transitioning into Adulthood, Psychosis
Graeme Ash
Graeme Ash
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Pain management, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Olivia Johnson
Olivia Johnson
Registered Psychotherapist
Trauma, Relationships, Borderline Personality Disorder, Self-Regulation, Personality & Mood Disorders, Panic attacks, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Building Meaningful Connections, Coping Skills, Couples, Couples Therapy, Dissociation, Family Conflict, General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Mind-body connection, Social anxiety
Mendy Bisk
Mendy Bisk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Self-esteem, People pleasing, Attachment, Attachment wounds, Boundaries and boundary setting, Couples Therapy, Couples, Imposter syndrome, Identity and Self-Exploration, LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Relationship anxiety, Shadow Work, Vulnerability
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Joy MacKey
Joy MacKey
Registered Psychotherapist
ADHD, Empowerment, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Befriending the Nervous System, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Dating challenges, Ecopsychotherapy, Insomnia, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Parenting, Parental divorce, Personal Growth, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Sleeping difficulties, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Therapy for Teachers
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Vanessa Marie Miller
Vanessa Marie Miller
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Weight Management, Women's Health, Spirituality, Chronic Dieting, Family Conflict, Eating disorders, Negative body image
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Julie Sadhu
Julie Sadhu
Registered Psychotherapist
Children/Teens, Family issues, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, ADHD, Anger Management, Assertiveness, Attachment trauma, Attention and Impulsivity, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Confidence, Conflict resolution, Cultural Challenges, Depression, Eating disorders, Social anxiety, Relationship anxiety, PTSD, Parenting, Negative thinking and ruminating, Mindfulness, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Imposter syndrome, Grief and Loss, Family Conflict, Emotional regulation
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Leo Xinchao Liu
Leo Xinchao Liu
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Relationships, Trauma, Neurodiversity, ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Behavioural Issues, BIPOC, Caregiver burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, Fears and phobia, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Motivation, PTSD, Self-Criticism, Work-Life Balance
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Tanya Gabrielle
Tanya Gabrielle
Counselling Therapist
Befriending the Nervous System, Building Self-Care Routines, End of Life Support, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Creativity, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Depression, Empowerment, Existential questions, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, Parenting, Perimenopause mental health support, Personal Growth, Relationship to self and others, Relationships, Self-esteem, Separation and divorce, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Postnatal Care
Bina Persaud
Bina Persaud
Registered Psychotherapist
General Mental Health, Life transitions, Mental performance, Addiction, ADHD, Adoption, Anger, Anxiety, Attachment, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), BIPOC, Bipolar Disorder, Body Dysmorphia, Building Self-Care Routines, Bullying, Burnout, Career guidance, Career Stress, Childhood trauma, Children/Teens, Chronic Illness, College or University Coaching, Cultural Challenges, Dating challenges, Depression, Early childhood, Dreams, Eating disorders
Dianne Shannon
Dianne Shannon
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Addiction, Attachment, Parenting, ADHD, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Aging, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Behavioural Issues, Brain injury, Caregivers, Childhood trauma, Children/Teens, Coming out and identity, Disability, Domestic violence, Empowerment, General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Group Therapy, Harm Reduction, Identity and Self-Exploration, LGBTQ2IA+, Self-esteem, Trauma processing, Workplace stress
Samantha Rajchel
Samantha Rajchel
Registered Social Worker
Attachment wounds, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationship to self and others, Anxiety, Building Meaningful Connections, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Deep connections, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Maternal mental health, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Personal Growth, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem
Sharon Singh
Sharon Singh
Registered Social Worker
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Chronic and acute illness, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Creativity, Depression, Dissociation, Family Conflict, Highly Sensitive Person, Intergenerational trauma, Racism, Somatic Therapy, Trauma processing, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Money Trauma, OCD, Shadow Work, Parts Work

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Licensed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Therapists based and insured in Ontario. All Therapists on EST timezone unless otherwise noted.

Christine Scovell

Registered Psychotherapist
Trauma, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Burnout, Caregiver burnout, Confidence, Conflict resolution, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Depression, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Relationships, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling

Joy MacKey

Registered Psychotherapist
ADHD, Empowerment, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Befriending the Nervous System, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Dating challenges, Ecopsychotherapy, Insomnia, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Parenting, Parental divorce, Personal Growth, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Sleeping difficulties, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Therapy for Teachers

Jupiter Vaughan

Registered Psychotherapist
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Imposter syndrome, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Negative body image, Panic attacks, PTSD, School challenges, Sexuality, Workplace stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Body Dysmorphia, Children/Teens, Grief and Loss

Sonya Salonen Cornies

Registered Psychotherapist
Building Meaningful Connections, Boundaries and boundary setting, Caregiver burnout, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression coping skills, Maternal mental health, Prenatal care, Perinatal, Pregnancy, Postnatal Care, Relationships, Conflict resolution, Familial and social relationships, Parenting, Family Conflict, Emotional regulation, Effective communication, Thought Restructuring, Interpersonal dynamics, Goal Setting, Highly Sensitive Person, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Personal Growth

Arooj Rehman

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Childhood trauma, Depression, Attachment, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Behavioural Issues, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Coping Skills, Decision making, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Mental Decolonization, Negative thinking and ruminating, People pleasing, Relationship to self and others, Relationships, Self-Criticism, Stress, Trauma processing, Work-Life Balance, Vulnerability, Understanding & Regulating Emotions

Victoria Gabriele

Registered Social Worker
Attachment, Trauma, Emotional regulation, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Attachment wounds, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Coping Skills, Dating challenges, Health anxiety, Life transitions, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Negative thinking and ruminating, OCD, Panic attacks, PTSD, Trauma processing, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions

Ariella Boehm

Registered Psychotherapist
ADHD, Anxiety, Familial and social relationships, Anger Management, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Confidence, Court Mandated Counselling, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Effective communication, Family issues, Goal Setting, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Maternal mental health, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Parenting, Personal Growth, Relationships, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem, Self-Regulation, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal)

Viktoria Vigh

Registered Social Worker
ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Perimenopause mental health support, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, College or University Coaching, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Dating challenges, Decision making, Effective communication, Giftedness Issues, Learning disabilities, Nervous system regulation, Self-Regulation, Sleeping difficulties, Neurodiversity, Attention and Impulsivity

Michael Wassef

Registered Psychotherapist
Relationships, Couples Therapy, Attachment trauma, Anger, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behaviour, Boundaries and boundary setting, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Childhood trauma, Depression, Family issues, Effective communication, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Parenting, Conflict resolution, Habits, Infidelity, Navigating challenging relationships, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Regulation, Relationship anxiety, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Motivation, Life transitions, Intimacy concerns, Highly Sensitive Person, Emotional regulation, Christian counselling, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Break-up recovery, Grief and Loss

Halyna Polityka

Registered Psychotherapist
Trauma, Stress, Addiction, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anger, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Attachment, Behaviour, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Couples, Decision making, Early childhood, Familial and social relationships, Family Conflict, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness, Negative thinking and ruminating, Nervous system regulation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Supervising qualifying therapists, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Family issues, Relationships, Goal Setting, Emotional regulation, Career Performance, Work-Life Balance, Substance Use, Somatic Therapy, Sleeping difficulties

Godfrey Benjamin

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Self-esteem, Grief and Loss, Harm Reduction, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Christian counselling, Depression, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, General Mental Health, Goal Setting, Identity and Self-Exploration, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Suicidal ideation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions

Natalie Saroya

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Relationships, Life transitions, Maternal mental health, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Career Performance, Career Stress, Cultural Challenges, Early childhood, Family Conflict, Family issues, Goal Setting, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative thinking and ruminating, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Perinatal, Pregnancy, Racism, Separation and divorce, Trauma processing, Work-Life Balance, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Burnout

Kristen Parselias

Registered Social Worker
Anxiety, Addiction, Relationships, Anger Management, Attachment, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Borderline Personality Disorder, Break-up recovery, Christian counselling, Childhood trauma, Confidence, Conflict resolution, Couples Therapy, Court Mandated Counselling, Domestic violence, Emotional regulation, Family issues, Infidelity, Men's issues, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating, School challenges, Self-esteem, Separation and divorce, Understanding & Regulating Emotions

Aaron Rousseau

Registered Social Worker
Addiction, LGBTQ2IA+, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment trauma, Burnout, Caregivers, College or University Coaching, Coming out and identity, Coping Skills, Dating challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, General Mental Health, Harm Reduction, Identity and Self-Exploration, Masculinity, Personality & Mood Disorders, Relationship to self and others, Self harm, Sexuality, Substance Use, Transitioning into Adulthood, Psychosis

Corey Lesperance

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Meaning and purpose, Self-Regulation, Trauma processing, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment, Behavioural Issues, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Christian counselling, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Depression, Dissociation, Dreams, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Grief and Loss, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Trauma, Suicidal ideation, Substance Use, Shadow Work, PTSD

Shelley Quan

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Perfectionism, Burnout, Identity and Self-Exploration, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Depression, Grief and Loss, Mindfulness, Stress, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Childhood trauma, Coping Skills, Cultural Challenges, Emotional regulation, General Mental Health, Interpersonal dynamics, Life transitions, Perimenopause mental health support, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma, People pleasing

Shaye Hutchinson

Registered Social Worker
Anxiety, Attachment, Burnout, ADHD, Boundaries and boundary setting, Caregiver burnout, Childhood trauma, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Depression, Early childhood, Emotional Numbness, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Family Conflict, General Mental Health, Identity and Self-Exploration, LGBTQ2IA+, Life transitions, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Managing ADHD symptoms, Navigating challenging relationships, Parenting, Social anxiety, Work-Life Balance

Alexa Wolfe

Registered Social Worker
Relationships, Perfectionism, Emotional regulation, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Break-up recovery, Caregiver burnout, Career Stress, Confidence, Coping Skills, Couples, Depression coping skills, Grief and Loss, General Mental Health, Fertility, Familial and social relationships, Nervous system regulation, Maternal mental health, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Life transitions, Infertility, Health anxiety, Habits, Understanding & Regulating Emotions

Online therapy for you in Brampton.

Out-of-province licensed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Therapists insured to provide online therapy in Ontario. Timezone availability may vary.

Sandra Medina

Registered Clinical Counsellor
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment trauma, Couples Therapy, Addiction, Anxiety, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Career Stress, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Conflict resolution, Depression coping skills, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Familial and social relationships, Family Conflict, Grief Processing, Imposter syndrome, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Panic attacks, Self-Development, Social anxiety, Work-Life Balance

Anastasia Sutulova

Pre-Licensed Professional
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Borderline Personality Disorder, Break-up recovery, Boundaries and boundary setting, Career guidance, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Decision making, PTSD, Trauma, Emotional regulation, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Fears and phobia, Panic attacks, Psychedelic therapy, Separation anxiety, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration

Timothy Lamont

Canadian Certified Counsellor
Depression, Life transitions, Anxiety, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Career guidance, Career Stress, College or University Coaching, Sports Performance, Relationship to self and others, Perfectionism, People pleasing, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Negative body image, Navigating challenging relationships, Motivation, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Insomnia, Familial and social relationships, Depression coping skills, Decision making

Anna Loch

Registered Clinical Counsellor
Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment wounds, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Career guidance, Christian counselling, Couples Therapy, Eating disorders, Early childhood, Cultural Challenges, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Existential questions, Familial and social relationships, Life transitions, Mind-body connection, Perfectionism, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Workplace stress, Trauma processing, Stress, Neurodiversity, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Infertility

Tanya Gabrielle

Counselling Therapist
Befriending the Nervous System, Building Self-Care Routines, End of Life Support, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Creativity, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Depression, Empowerment, Existential questions, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, Parenting, Perimenopause mental health support, Personal Growth, Relationship to self and others, Relationships, Self-esteem, Separation and divorce, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Postnatal Care
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What is CBT, and when might it help?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely researched approaches in therapy. It works by examining the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, helping you identify patterns of thinking that may be fuelling anxiety, depression, avoidance, or other difficulties, and developing more balanced and effective ways of responding.

CBT is typically structured and skills-based. Sessions often involve some homework between appointments, such as tracking thoughts, practising techniques, or gradually facing situations you have been avoiding. It is well-suited to people who want a practical, goal-focused approach with clear tools to use outside of sessions.

CBT has strong evidence for anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, PTSD, panic disorder, phobias, insomnia, eating disorders, and more. Many therapists also integrate CBT elements into broader, more relational work.

What to know about CBT therapy in Brampton

In-person and online CBT in Brampton

Some therapists offer in-person CBT sessions in Brampton. Online therapy also gives you access to Ontario-licensed CBT therapists and out-of-province practitioners insured to work with Ontario clients online. CBT translates well to online sessions as the structured nature of the work suits a video format.

Ontario credentials for CBT therapists

CBT is not a designation. It is a therapeutic approach. Any licensed therapist may use CBT as part of their practice. Common designations you'll see on therapist profiles in Brampton:

  • Registered Psychotherapist (RP) - regulated by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
  • Registered Social Worker (RSW) - regulated by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) - working toward full RP status under supervision
  • Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) - a national designation from the CCPA

Check your insurance plan to confirm which designations are covered. All First Session therapists provide receipts for reimbursement.

Brampton's diversity and culturally informed CBT

Brampton is one of Canada's most diverse cities. Many therapists on First Session serving Brampton work in multiple languages and bring culturally informed perspectives to CBT. This may be particularly relevant for individuals navigating identity, intergenerational dynamics, immigration-related stress, or cultural expectations alongside their presenting concerns.

How to choose a CBT therapist in Brampton

1. Is CBT their primary approach or one tool among many?

Some therapists use CBT as their central framework. Others integrate it alongside somatic work, attachment-based approaches, or ACT. Check the therapist's profile and video to understand how they use it. A pure CBT approach differs from a CBT-informed integrative one.

2. Do they have experience with your specific concern?

CBT is broad. A therapist who specializes in CBT for OCD differs from one focused on CBT for depression or trauma. Check that their stated specialties align with what you're bringing.

3. Are they trained in specific CBT variants?

Standard CBT has several offshoots, including DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CFT (Compassion-Focused Therapy), and trauma-focused CBT. Ask in the free consultation which approaches they draw from.

4. Use the free consultation

Ask: How do you use CBT specifically? What would the first 4-6 sessions look like? How do you track progress? Is there homework between sessions?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does CBT help with?

CBT has strong research support for anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, panic disorder, social anxiety, phobias, insomnia, eating disorders, and perfectionism, among other concerns. It is also widely used for general stress, burnout, low self-esteem, and life transitions.

How many CBT sessions does it typically take?

CBT is often described as a shorter-term approach compared to open-ended therapy. A focused CBT treatment for a specific concern might take 8-20 sessions. More complex or overlapping concerns may require more time. Your therapist can give you a realistic sense after the first couple of sessions.

Is in-person CBT therapy available in Brampton?

Some therapists on First Session offer in-person CBT sessions in Brampton. Online CBT is equally effective for most concerns and gives you access to a much wider pool of Ontario and Canada-wide therapists.

Does insurance cover CBT therapy in Brampton?

Insurance coverage depends on the therapist's designation, not the type of therapy. Most Ontario employer and private benefit plans cover Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers. Check your plan directly. All First Session therapists provide receipts for reimbursement.

What is the difference between CBT and DBT?

DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) is a specific development of CBT, originally designed for Borderline Personality Disorder and now used broadly for emotional dysregulation, self-harm, chronic suicidal ideation, and eating disorders. Where standard CBT focuses on changing unhelpful thinking patterns, DBT adds a stronger emphasis on acceptance, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills.

How does First Session verify therapist credentials?

All therapists on First Session are licensed professionals. Credentials are verified during onboarding, and each therapist's designation is displayed clearly on their profile, so you can confirm it matches what your insurance covers before booking.

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