ACT is a unique empirically based psychological intervention that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies, together with commitment and behavior change strategies, to increase psychological flexibility. It was developed by Steven Hayes in 1986. ACT emphasizes acceptance as an alternative to our instinct to avoid thinking about negative experiences. When aiming to be more accepting of ones thoughts and feelings, commitment encourages us to face the problem and issues head-on rather than avoiding them.

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CBT is an evidence-based and widely used form of psychotherapy. It helps you to adapt and change your mindset and behaviors by re-assessing your thought patterns. CBT helps you to identify thinking patterns and learn how your thoughts impact your emotional state. With CBT you learn to challenge your automatic assumptions, cope with triggering or upsetting situations and learning positive self-talk and relaxation techniques.

Children sometimes struggle to follow the rules or handle expectations. The collaborative problem solving approach helps parents understand the concerning behaivours, learn how to identify the problem and how to start finding a solution, in collaboration with the child.

Collaborative problem solving, also known as Collaborative & Proactive Solutions, is an evidence-based and trauma-infromed approach to parenting that focuses on the fact that kids do well, when they can, and adults can teach children the cognitive skills they need to do well.

DBT will help you effectively cope with stress, regulate your emotions, and improve both your communication and relationships. This therapy was originally developed from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). However, DBT skills have shown evidence of being effective to treat Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, eating disorders, non-suicidal self harm as well as suicidal thoughts, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) among other mental health concerns.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a therapeutic approach that primarily focuses on helping individuals and couples better understand and regulate their emotions within the context of their relationships. It is developed by Dr. Sue Johnson in the 1980s and is highly regarded for its effectiveness in improving emotional well-being and relationship satisfaction.

EFT is rooted in attachment theory, which posits that humans have an innate need to form and maintain emotional bonds with others, particularly within intimate relationships. This theory suggests that emotional security and attachment play a central role in a person's mental and emotional well-being. EFT seeks to address and repair attachment injuries and disturbances that may lead to emotional distress within relationships.

EMDR is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. When a trauma occurs it seems to get locked in the nervous system with the original picture, sounds, thoughts and feelings. The eye movements or bilateral stimulation (BLS) we use in EMDR seems to unlock the nervous system and allow the mind and body to process the experience. Repeated studies show that by using EMDR therapy people can experience the benefits of psychotherapy that once took years to make a difference. EMDR is an effective treatment for PTSD, anxiety, addiction, obsessive compulsive disorder, and other mental health conditions.

If you are looking for Christian therapy, our therapists can offer a safe space to explore your spirituality. It does not matter where you are in your life or if you are just just curious about how to incorporate certain aspects into your mental health journey.

Gestalt therapy, developed by Fritz Perls, Laura Perls, and Paul Goodman in the 1940s and 1950s, is a psychotherapeutic approach aimed at fostering self-awareness and personal growth in individuals. Its core focus lies in the exploration of one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in the present moment. This form of therapy is applicable to a broad spectrum of issues, encompassing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, personal development, loss and grief. In the process, Gestalt therapists engage in meaningful dialogues with clients, employing a variety of techniques such as role-playing, the utilization of the empty chair method, and creative experiments, all of which are strategically designed to bring unresolved issues to the forefront of awareness.

The Gottman Method is an approach to couples therapy that includes a thorough assessment of the couple’s relationship, and integrates research-based interventions based on the Sound Relationship House Theory. Gottman Method Couples Therapy helps couples to disarm conflicting verbal communication; increase intimacy, respect, and affection; remove barriers that create a feeling of stagnancy; and create a heightened sense of empathy and understanding within the context of their relationship.

Loss, change, and death are life changing experiences, and grief is the natural response to loss. Grief can be experienced and expressed in many ways which include thoughts, feelings and physical symptoms.

Grief therapy supports bereaved individuals, couples, and families navigate through all kinds of significant loss experiences. Grief therapy can help people identify, understand, and develop effective methods for coping and managing their grief while working through the feelings, thoughts, and memories associated with the loss in ways that respect a person’s personality, preferences, values, and goals.

Loss, change, and death are life changing experiences, and grief is the natural response to loss. Grief can be experienced and expressed in many ways which include thoughts, feelings and physical symptoms.

Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic approach that uses hypnosis to assist individuals in attaining specific goals, address psychological issues, or overcome various challenges. Hypnosis, in this context, is a state of focused attention and heightened suggestibility. It is often characterized by a deep state of relaxation, during which the person is more open to receiving and acting upon positive suggestions. It's important to note that hypnotherapy is not a form of mind control, and individuals cannot be made to do anything against their will or ethical standards while in a hypnotic state. Clients remain aware of their surroundings and retain the ability to decline any suggestions they consider objectionable.

Mindfulness-based therapy incorporates awareness of thoughts, emotions, feelings, surroundings, and situations. It involves conversations with the therapist to help you develop greater awareness of your thoughts and the world around you. This increased awareness helps you avoid destructive or automatic responses or habits. The most common mindfulness-based interventions include Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). Mindfulness-based therapies have been found to be effective in reducing anxiety and depression severity in a broad range of treatment-seeking individuals.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an individual-focused therapeutic method that aims to encourage behavioral change by addressing and resolving the uncertainties and ambivalence individuals may have about altering their lives. Developed by clinical psychologists William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick in the 1980s, MI has since been widely accepted and applied in various domains, including healthcare, addiction treatment, and mental health.

MI stands out as a flexible and client-centered approach that upholds an individual's autonomy and readiness for change. It proves particularly effective in guiding people from a state of uncertainty and resistance towards embracing motivation and commitment to instigate positive changes in their lives.

Narrative therapy is a form of counseling that incorporates one’s own values, beliefs, strengths, and experiences into the therapeutic session. By understanding the stories you tell yourself and rewriting your narrative, you find opportunities for growth, identity, and purpose to guide you through challenging times.

If you feel like you have no control over your life, or even when you feel powerless, narrative therapy can help you develop alternate stories, challenge unhealthy beliefs, and shift how you view yourself so that you feel empowered. By identifying the ways you succeed, thrive, and show resilience, you may begin seeing your story in a new light.

Narrative therapy is designed for anyone seeking relief from their presenting problems and can be used across a variety of challenges from low self-esteem, stress, body image to PTSD, relationship conflict and race-based trauma and life transitions.

Person-centered therapy, also known as client-centered therapy, emphasizes your autonomy and capacity for self-determination in the therapeutic process. The therapist provides a supportive environment, demonstrating empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness, facilitating your self-exploration and self-understanding. The goal is to promote personal growth and help you achieve your full potential by resolving incongruences between your self-perception and reality.

Prepare/Enrich is a popular and widely used premarital and marital assessment and counseling program designed to help couples improve their relationships, develop stronger communication skills, and prepare for a successful and fulfilling marriage. Developed by Dr. David Olson, a renowned marriage and family therapist, Prepare/Enrich has been in use since the 1980s.

The primary goals of Prepare/Enrich are to help couples build a strong foundation for their marriage, increase their understanding of each other, and equip them with the skills to navigate challenges and conflicts. By assessing and addressing the unique dynamics of each couple, it supports them in creating a healthy and resilient partnership. It is considered an effective resource for enhancing relationship satisfaction and promoting successful marriages by providing couples with the tools, knowledge and insights they need to create a resilient and thriving partnership as well as foster a strong, lasting bond.

Psychodynamic therapy focuses on the psychological roots of emotional suffering. Its focus is on self-reflection and self-examination, and the use of the relationship between the therapist and you as a window into problematic relationship patterns in your life. Its goal is not only to alleviate the most obvious symptoms but to help you lead healthier lives. The therapist helps you gain insight into your life and present-day problems. They also evaluate patterns that are developed over time. To do this, they will explore with you your early-life experiences, attachment patterns, thoughts, emotions and beliefs.

The Satir Model, also known as the Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, is a therapeutic approach developed by Virginia Satir, a renowned family therapist and psychotherapist. Satir Model focuses on improving family dynamics, enhancing communication, and fostering healthier relationships within families and other systems. It focuses on helping individuals and families develop healthier ways of interacting and resolving conflicts. The model's focus on improving self-esteem and encouraging open and honest communication can lead to more fulfilling and harmonious relationships within families and other systems.

Solution-Focused Therapy, also known as Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), is a therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and developing solutions to the client's problems, rather than dwelling on the problems themselves. Developed by social workers Steve de Shazer and Insoo Kim Berg in the 1980s, SFBT is based on the belief that individuals have the capacity to find solutions to their issues and that the therapist's role is to help them discover and implement these solutions. It is used in a wide range of settings, including individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, and organizational consulting. It is particularly effective for addressing a variety of issues, such as relationship conflicts, addiction, depression, anxiety, and goal-setting. The brief and goal-oriented nature of SFBT makes it a practical and efficient choice for clients looking for solutions and concrete steps to address their concerns.

Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a therapeutic approach developed by Dr. Peter A. Levine, a clinical psychologist and stress expert, which focuses on healing trauma and stress-related disorders by addressing the physical and physiological aspects of trauma. SE is based on the understanding that trauma can become stored in the body, leading to various physical and psychological symptoms, and it aims to release this stored trauma energy to promote healing and resilience. It used to treat a wide range of trauma-related conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and various stress-related physical symptoms. SE is especially known for its gentle and non-invasive approach, making it suitable for clients who may be hesitant to confront traumatic experiences directly. It emphasizes the importance of the body's innate capacity to heal and self-regulate, helping clients regain a sense of safety and control over their physical and emotional well-being.

The Strength Based approach to therapy is using a person’s history of adversity to empower them to effectively cope with current problems. During the therapeutic process both client and therapist will work in reviewing what has helped the client in the past, why it worked, and how those same skills can be used in the present situation. The strength based approach also faciliates looking at the problem from different perspectives to broaden opportunities.

This approach can be used with people of all ages. From a child who is struggling with homework (strength is the child’s attempts) to an adult who has suffered the death of a loved one (strength is the survival characteristics). Every human being has inner strength, sometimes we just need a little guidance to recognize it and use it effectively.

Social workers put the strength perspective at the center of the counselling relationship because it highlights the individual's independence, resilience, ability to make choices and provides a sense of hope.

Trauma-Informed Care is a framework for how mental health therapists can work to reduce the likelihood of retraumatization. The five Guiding Principles are: safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness and empowerment.

Trauma-informed care acknowledges the need to understand a person’s life experiences in order to deliver effective care. Trauma is a unique experience that “results from an event, series of events, or set of circumstances that is experienced by an individual as physically or emotionally harmful or life threatening and that has lasting adverse effects on the individual’s functioning and mental, physical, social, emotional, or spiritual well-being.” SAMHSA, 2014.