CBT Therapy Near Me: Counselling with an RSW Psychotherapist

Transforming Lives Across Ontario with Online, Personalized and Effective Psychotherapy

Looking for CBT Therapy with a qualified expert who can help you find wellness?

We are here to make it easy because Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) works! Our therapists are highly trained CBT specialists. They provide psychotherapy to youth and adults across Ontario.

Our Clinical Directors will meet with you to discuss your needs. They will develop a plan just for you. It will help you to beat your mental health symptoms. And you can do it all from the comfort of your home. Learn more about the Benefits of CBT.

What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?

CBT is a kind of psychotherapy. It is evidence-based. This means it has been studied and shown to work for many mental health disorders. It will help you look at your thoughts and behaviours, which will help you to feel better. Learn more about CBT (American Psychological Association).

What Mental health issues can CBT help with?

Anxiety disorders

Stress

Phobias (e.g. emetophobia, driving phobia)

Health anxiety

Panic attacks and panic disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma

Depression

ADHD

Meet our Registered Social Workers (RSW) Psychotherapists

  • Celissa Vipond, Virtual Ontario Therapist

    Celissa Vipond, RSW, MSW

    Celissa Vipond, RSW, MSW

    Specialties: PTSD, Anxiety, OCD, Supervision

    Certifications: CPT Provider, Registered PE Therapist & Consultant, CACBT

    Modalities: CBT, ERP, CPT, PE

  • Melissa Lindstron, Ottawa Therapist

    Melissa Lindstrom, RSW

    Specialties: PTSD, Trauma, ADHD, Teens

    Certifications: Registered CPT Provider

    Modalities: CBT & CPT

  • Anneliese Surmann, Ontario ERP Therapist

    Anneliese Surmann, RSW, MSW

    Specialties: OCD, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD

    Modalities: CBT, ERP

  • Alana Weinberg, Virtual CBT & DBT Therapist

    Alana Weinberg, RSW, MSW

    Specialties: Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, OCD, Supervision

    Modalities: DBT, CBT, ERP, CPT

  • Jessie Daniel, PTSD & Trauma Therapist

    Jessie Daniel, RSW, MSW

    Specialties: PTSD & Trauma, Anxiety

    Certifications: Registered CPT Provider

    Modalities: CBT, CPT

  • EMDR Therapist in Ontario

    Catherine Sullivan, RSW, MSW

    Specialties: PTSD & Trauma, Supervision

    Modalities: EMDR, CBT, Attachment-Based

  • Angela Hammond, RSW, MSW

    Specialties: PTSD & Trauma, Anxiety, OCD, Supervision

    Modalities: CBT, CPT, PE, ERP

Not sure which CBT therapist you want to work with?

  • We are here to help assess your situation and match you with a therapist.

  • You can book a free consultation with one of our Co-Founders (Celissa Vipond, RSW, MSW and Melissa Lindstrom, RSW) who can assist you with finding the best match possible because we know how important it is to find the proper match.

  • Meet the rest of our team: registered psychotherapists and Ontario psychologists.

What is a Registered Social Worker? (RSW)

In Ontario, to carry the title of Social Worker or Social Service Worker one must be registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

Social Workers work in many settings. These include hospitals, community agencies, doctor’s offices, policy, and government settings.

Social Workers are among the few clinicians licensed to do psychotherapy in Ontario.

Social Workers will have many specializations. They will help you with mental health issues by teaching you coping skills. They will help you get to the root cause of your symptoms.

Learn About Our Therapy Options

Counselling

PTSD and Trauma

ERP for OCD

Anxiety

DBT

ADHD

We have many virtual therapists to choose from. They specialize in different mental health conditions conditions. Book a free consultation with us to connect with a therapist who will help you address your mental health symptoms.

Blog Posts on CBT

Can CBT Truly Halt Panic Attacks

How a CBT Therapist Transforms Social Anxiety

Transforming Negative Core Beliefs with CBT

How do I get started with a CBT therapist near me?

  • Online therapy sessions are available to anyone in Ontario.

  • Available to children, youth (teens) and adults.

  • You can book a free consultation with a social worker by clicking the button below.

  • If you aren’t ready to book a free consultation, you can email us with questions at virtualcbt@gmail.com.

 CBT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • You will discuss your symptoms and talk about your experiences with mental health.

    Your therapist will work with you to make a plan that fits your needs.

    It's important to be honest and open during this first evaluation. It ensures that your therapist diagnoses you correctly and gives you effective treatment.

    Taking the first step to heal is hard. But, with a skilled therapist, you can overcome anxiety, trauma, and OCD. Then, you can move towards a happier, healthier you.

  • The short answer is yes. Learn more by reading our post Does CBT Work for Anxiety?

  • Yes, read our blog post to learn more: Can CBT Truly Halt Panic Attacks

  • Yes, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be effectively conducted online. Studies have shown that online CBT is as effective as in-person therapy for many mental health issues. For example, research shows that it helps with depression, anxiety, and PTSD (Hedman et al., 2012; Carlbring et al., 2018).

    Online CBT involves the use of video, secure messaging systems, or self-guided online programs.

    This approach allows people to access therapy from the comfort of their own homes. Online therapy can overcome barriers such as transportation issues or geographical distance.

    References:

    Hedman, E., Ljótsson, B., & Lindefors, N. (2012). Cognitive behaviour therapy via the internet: A systematic review of applications, clinical efficacy and cost-effectiveness. Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research, 12(6), 745–764. https://doi.org/10.1586/erp.12.67

    Carlbring, P., Andersson, G., Cuijpers, P., Riper, H., & Hedman-Lagerlöf, E. (2018). Internet-based vs. face-to-face cognitive behaviour therapy for psychiatric and somatic disorders: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, 47(1), 1–18.