Symptoms:
Depressed mood for much of the day Decrease in interest or pleasure Changes in appetite and/or weight Changes in sleep patterns
Think Well…
Live Well
THE EXPERTS IN CBT
CBT IS
An empirically-validated approach that targets the thoughts and behaviors that affect our wellbeing.
It an effective therapy to treat psychological disorders like depression and anxiety.
It is an impactful method to cultivate emotional wellness and resiliency. CBT is beneficial to effectively navigate life transitions and grief, to build stronger self-esteem, or to cope with obstacles to thriving like procrastination or other unhealthy habits.
CBT Works
CBT is Recognized as Effective by:
The World Health Organization (WHO)
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) in the UK
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
The Psychiatric and Psychological Associations in Canada, the US, Australia and the UK, amongst others
Problems we treat
Generalized Anxiety
Symptoms:
Excessive anxiety and worry, more days than not for at least six months, about a number of events or activities. The person finds it
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Excessive anxiety and worry, more days than not for at least six months, about a number of events or activities. The person finds it
Social Anxiety
Symptoms:
Fear of humiliation or embarrassment in one or more social situations. Exposure to the feared situation almost always provokes anxiety
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Fear of humiliation or embarrassment in one or more social situations. Exposure to the feared situation almost always provokes anxiety
Low Self-Esteem
Our perception of our own worth. Individuals with low self-esteem tend, in how they appraise themselves, to minimize their strengths while
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Panic and Agoraphobia
Symptoms:
For a panic attack, four or more of these symptoms occur abruptly and reach a peak within about 10 minutes: Palpitations Sweating
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For a panic attack, four or more of these symptoms occur abruptly and reach a peak within about 10 minutes: Palpitations Sweating
Sleep Disorders
The most common sleep disorder is insomnia, with 30-45% of adults complaining of insomnia in any given year. Insomnia is diagnostically defined as …
Procrastination
Foreword
Almost everyone procrastinates from time to time, for a variety of reasons ranging from not wanting to do a task to wanting to do it so
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Almost everyone procrastinates from time to time, for a variety of reasons ranging from not wanting to do a task to wanting to do it so
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
A Post-traumatic stress disorder can develop in response to a traumatic event when a person has experienced or witnessed an actual or threatened …
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Obsessions are:
Recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses or images, which are intrusive and cause anxiety or distress. They are not just
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Recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses or images, which are intrusive and cause anxiety or distress. They are not just
Difficulties with Social Skills & Relationships
Please note that at the moment, we do not offer couple therapy at our Clinic. We offer help to individuals who want to improved how they relate to …
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RESOURCEs AND NEWS
Each fall and this for decades, we offer a series of conferences on topics of interest. We also share regularly with our readers a newsletter and articles on psychology and wellbeing. Enjoy !
Through a New Lens: Art-Based Stress Management and Self-Care Group
Is stress preventing you from enjoying your everyday life? Do you tend to feel guilty about taking time for yourself? Join this new group and …
Using creativity for wellness
As an art therapist for about 8 years and intern at the CBT clinic, creativity is a special topic of interest for me! I noticed when I stop having …
Self-Care types for a more balanced life
“Self-care is the practice of individuals looking after their own health” (Global Self-Care Federation). In the literature, authors found that …
Effective Communication Strategies
Effective communication is an integral part of all relationships, whether they be professional, romantic or friendly. Oftentimes, disagreements, …
The benefits of opting for an intern therapist
The Emotional Health CBT Clinic proudly collaborates with Canadian Universities such as McGill University, Concordia University, UQAM, Yorkville …
Dr. Michael Spevack Memorial Lecture Series
The Emotional Health CBT Clinic is proud to present our Dr. Micheal Spevack Memorial Lecture Series, taking place each year in the Fall. We …
Group Therapy for Adult
CBT-i Group: Do you struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep? Has insomnia been taking a toll on your well-being? CBT for insomnia (or CBT-i) can …