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Focuses on conquering difficult emotions and behaviors, uncovering root causes, and developing coping mechanisms. Explains how it helps manage anxiety, depression, and anger.
In Session, You Will:
A Mental Health Detective: Uncover the root of your struggles by exploring your thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns.
An Empowered Individual: Identify negative thought patterns and develop coping mechanisms to overcome them.
A Master of Your Emotions: Learn effective strategies to manage anxiety, depression, anger, and other challenging emotions.
A Champion of Change: Create personalized tools with your therapist to achieve lasting positive change and improve your well-being.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
CBT is a highly respected and evidence-based therapy approach that equips you with the skills to:
Manage difficult emotions: Effectively regulate anxiety, depression, anger, and other challenging emotions.
Change unhelpful behaviors: Address negative behaviors impacting your life and relationships.
Develop coping skills: Gain practical tools to navigate challenges in a healthy way.
Improve overall well-being: Enhance your quality of life and experience lasting changes.
Why Choose CBT?
Proven effective: Backed by numerous studies demonstrating its success in treating various mental health conditions.
Collaborative approach: You and your therapist work together as a team to achieve your goals.
Tailored to you: Flexible and adaptable to meet your unique needs and challenges.
Wide range of applications: Effective in treating various mental health disorders and emotional difficulties.
Ready to embark on your journey to well-being? Contact us today to learn more about how CBT can help you create lasting change and improve your mental health.
Highlights skills for regulating intense emotions, improving communication, and building healthy boundaries.
In Session, You Will:
Empower Yourself: Learn practical skills to regulate intense emotions, improve communication, and build healthy boundaries.
Tailored Support: Receive personalized feedback and adjust your skills to fit your unique challenges.
Cultivate Growth: Develop a positive mindset and foster lasting improvements in your life.
What is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)?
DBT is a powerful therapy approach designed to equip individuals with the tools to navigate:
Overwhelming emotions
Self-destructive behaviors
Unhealthy relationship patterns
By combining the strengths of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, DBT empowers you to:
Effectively manage your emotions
Communicate and connect with others authentically
Develop healthy coping mechanisms for challenging situations
Enhance your overall well-being and build a fulfilling life
Ready to embark on your journey to resilience? Contact us today to learn more about DBT and how it can empower you to thrive.
This approach emphasizes the combined strengths of both approaches for a comprehensive approach.
In Session, You Will:
Gain Clarity: Explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to understand their impact on specific situations.
Develop Practical Skills: Learn powerful DBT skills to address challenges and make lasting changes.
Empower Lasting Change: Combine the strengths of CBT and DBT for a comprehensive approach to improved well-being.
What is Integrated CBT & DBT Therapy?
This innovative approach combines the strengths of two powerful therapies:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): Equips you with practical skills to manage emotions, improve communication, and build healthy relationships.
Why Choose Integrated CBT & DBT?
Tailored to You: Flexible and adaptable to meet your unique needs and challenges.
Comprehensive Approach: Addresses both the "what" and "how" of managing your mental health.
Empowering & Skill-Based: Provides actionable tools for lasting change and personal growth.
Ready to take control of your well-being? Contact us today to learn more about how integrated CBT & DBT can help you thrive.
Introducing the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a new therapy style that combines in-session and at-home experiences, to support your journey toward emotional well-being. This evidence-based listening therapy spans a 5-hour program focused on reducing sound sensitivities and enhancing auditory processing, behavioral regulation, and social engagement.
The SSP leverages the principles of Polyvagal Theory, acting as a non-invasive, acoustic vagal nerve stimulator. By listening to specially filtered music through over the ear headphones, individuals can effectively re-tune their nervous systems, fostering a deeper sense of connection, collaboration, and resilience.
In Session, You Will:
Sit and listen and then check in on how it was.
It’s a Music Therapy, designed for both children and adults. And the SSP has shown remarkable benefits for those coping with trauma, anxiety, sensory processing differences, and more. The program typically unfolds over five 1-hour sessions. Recognizing that each client is unique, we are flexible and tailor the delivery schedule to suit your specific needs.
For current clients at The Woods Counselling, SSP can seamlessly integrate into ongoing therapy sessions. Additionally, if you’re engaged in therapy with an external clinician and wish to incorporate SSP as an enhancement, we are more than happy to collaborate. Our team will consult with your clinician to customize your SSP experience, ensuring it aligns perfectly with your therapeutic goals. Embrace the power of sound and let us help you on your path to healing.
Chronic Pain Management:
What it is: Chronic pain can feel like a relentless storm, impacting every aspect of your life. Our specialized pain management therapy goes beyond simply treating symptoms. We empower you to understand your pain, develop effective coping strategies, and reclaim your life.
In Session, You Will:
Explore the complex relationship between your mind and body in the experience of pain.
Learn practical techniques to manage pain flare-ups, reduce their frequency, and lessen their intensity.
Develop a personalized "pain management toolkit" including mindfulness exercises, relaxation techniques, and pacing strategies.
Identify and address emotional factors that contribute to chronic pain, such as stress, anxiety, and depression.
Create a plan to increase your activity levels gradually and safely, improving your overall quality of life.
Why Choose Chronic Pain Management: If you're tired of just "surviving" chronic pain and want to start truly living again, this therapy can help. We combine evidence-based pain management techniques with a compassionate understanding of your unique experience. We'll work together to create a plan that fits your life and helps you regain control.
Options: Somatic Therapy, Music Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and Safe and Sound Protocol
What it is: ME/CFS can leave you feeling drained, overwhelmed, and like your body has betrayed you. Our specialized support for ME/CFS focuses on helping you manage your energy, reduce symptoms, and live a more fulfilling life within your limitations.
In Session, You Will:
Learn how to pace yourself effectively, avoiding the boom-and-bust cycle that often characterizes ME/CFS.
Develop strategies to manage brain fog, fatigue, and other debilitating symptoms.
Explore ways to improve your sleep, reduce stress, and enhance your overall well-being.
Address the emotional impact of ME/CFS, including feelings of frustration, isolation, and loss.
Create a personalized plan to support your specific needs and goals.
Why Choose ME/CFS Support: Living with ME/CFS can be incredibly challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. We understand the complexities of this condition and offer compassionate support to help you navigate your journey. We'll work together to find strategies that work for you.
What it is: Trauma can leave deep emotional scars, impacting your relationships, your sense of self, and your ability to enjoy life. Our trauma-informed therapy provides a safe and supportive space to process your experiences, heal from the past, and reclaim your future.
In Session, You Will:
Explore the impact of trauma on your mind and body.
Learn coping skills to manage difficult emotions, flashbacks, and other trauma-related symptoms.
Gradually process traumatic memories at your own pace, using evidence-based techniques like EMDR or Somatic Experiencing (if appropriate).
Develop a stronger sense of self and build resilience to future challenges.
Reclaim your sense of safety and control.
Why Choose Trauma Therapy: Healing from trauma is a courageous journey, and you don't have to walk it alone. We offer compassionate and specialized support to help you process your experiences, develop coping skills, and move forward with your life.
What it is: A diagnosis of a serious illness, a medical procedure, or other health-related events can be deeply traumatic. Health trauma therapy addresses the unique emotional and psychological challenges that arise from these experiences.
In Session, You Will:
Process the emotional impact of your health-related trauma, including feelings of fear, uncertainty, and loss.
Develop coping strategies to manage anxiety, pain, and other difficult symptoms.
Explore the impact of your health experiences on your relationships and your sense of self.
Learn how to advocate for your health needs and navigate the healthcare system with greater confidence.
Rebuild your sense of hope and resilience.
Why Choose Health Trauma Therapy: If you've experienced a health-related trauma, you may be struggling with lingering emotional and psychological effects. Our specialized therapy can help you process your experiences, develop coping skills, and reclaim your sense of well-being.
What it is: Living with a chronic illness can be especially challenging for children. It can impact their physical health, emotional well-being, social life, and even their sense of identity. Our specialized telehealth counselling for children with chronic illnesses provides a safe and supportive space for kids to process their experiences, develop coping skills, and learn to thrive despite their health challenges. We use age-appropriate and engaging telehealth methods to make therapy accessible and comfortable for children, right from the comfort of their own homes.
In Session, Your Child Will (via Telehealth):
Engage in fun and interactive telehealth activities, including games, art, and storytelling, adapted for online engagement, to explore their feelings and experiences related to their illness.
Learn practical coping skills and strategies to manage physical symptoms like pain, fatigue, and other challenges related to their specific condition.
Develop emotional regulation techniques to deal with feelings of frustration, sadness, anxiety, or anger related to their illness and its impact on their lives.
Build resilience and learn how to adapt to the changes their illness brings, including managing treatments, appointments, and limitations.
Improve communication skills to express their needs and concerns to parents, doctors, and other support systems.
Connect with a compassionate therapist who understands the unique challenges of childhood chronic illness, all from the comfort and safety of their home.
For younger children: We often involve parents in telehealth sessions to learn strategies to support their child at home and reinforce coping skills. We can use screen sharing and other online tools to engage parents in the process.
For older children/teens: We offer a confidential space within the telehealth platform for them to explore their own unique challenges related to their illness and develop independence in managing their health. We ensure privacy and confidentiality within the online sessions.
Why Choose Child Counselling for Chronic Illness (Telehealth): If your child is struggling to cope with the physical, emotional, or social challenges of a chronic illness, our specialized telehealth counselling can help. We understand the unique needs of children facing health issues and tailor our approach to their specific condition and developmental stage. Telehealth makes therapy more accessible and convenient, eliminating the need for travel to appointments, which can be especially helpful for children with limited energy or mobility. We believe in empowering children to develop the skills they need to manage their illness, build resilience, and live full and happy lives. We work closely with families to create a collaborative and supportive online environment for lasting positive change. Whether your child is experiencing pain, fatigue, anxiety, social isolation, or simply needs a little extra support, we're here to help them navigate their chronic illness journey with confidence and hope.
Approaches that help with Supporting those with Chronic Illness
Learn valuable coping skills: Our online DBT course, led by qualified therapists, equips siblings with skills to manage stress, build resilience, and navigate challenging situations.
Flexible options: Choose to complete the course independently or work with a virtual therapist over phone or video chat.
Key skills: DBT teaches self-compassion and radical acceptance, crucial for adapting to changes and managing difficult emotions like anxiety. Our online DBT course, led by qualified therapists, equips siblings with skills to manage stress, build resilience, and navigate challenging situations.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is another effective approach that can influence the narrative of childhood years, shaping how you perceive and make sense of your family experiences. It also assists in understanding the impact of the disorder on you and provides the necessary support for processing specific events. With our online therapist as your guide, you can create the space to discuss the challenging aspects of life. Whether you're grappling with an illness or the stress of trauma, we are here to offer the personal support you need when you need it.
In the case of chronic illness, there may be traumatic events that require understanding, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is well-suited for this purpose. It's also an effective approach for addressing the differences in treatment between sick and healthy siblings.
Manage everyday challenges: CBT provides ongoing support for both patients and siblings facing various mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, or phobias.
Convenient access: Access virtual therapists quickly and easily online, receiving expert support for managing negative thoughts and reducing anxiety-related behaviors.
Addressing grief and acceptance: CBT helps individuals navigate difficult emotions like grief and accept evolving family roles.
Balance family dynamics: CBT helps siblings understand and manage feelings related to potential differences in attention received due to a chronic illness, promoting healthier family relationships.
Build resilience and self-care: We offer customized self-care plans combining strategies like Kristin Neff meditations and Brene Brown's work on shame resilience.
Promote emotional regulation: Self-compassion exercises equip individuals with tools to manage daily stress and regulate emotions effectively. Self-compassion exercises equip individuals with tools to manage daily stress and regulate emotions effectively.
