Evidence-Based Therapies
Evidence-based talk therapies are psychological treatments that have been scientifically tested and proven effective through clinical research.
They focus on helping individuals understand and change their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to improve mental health and overall well-being.
The goal is to use methods that have shown consistent, reliable outcomes for your specific mental health issues.
What to Expect
Therapy will feel conversational. We know you best through what you choose to share. Our evidence-based therapies serve as different methods to gather the information we need from you. Each theory offers unique skills and strategies to facilitate change. For example, specific types of questions and techniques help us uncover important insights and provide you with effective tools for improvement.
Therapies We Use
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
Focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT):
Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to regulate emotions.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT):
Aims to improve emotional connection and attachment in relationships.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR):
Uses guided eye movements to process and integrate traumatic memories.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):
Encourages acceptance of thoughts and feelings while committing to personal values and actions.
Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy is a holistic approach to healing that focuses on the mind-body connection. It integrates traditional talk therapy with physical techniques to help individuals process and release stored trauma and stress.
Paying attention to bodily sensations, movements, and patterns, somatic therapy helps clients gain deeper self-awareness, improve emotional regulation, and foster overall well-being.
Effective for those seeking to address trauma, anxiety, and chronic stress through a comprehensive approach that considers both mental and physical health.
Psychiatric Services
The Clear Minds Clinic partners with Psychotherapy Matters Virtual Clinic (PMVC).
Used for medication management, psychiatric diagnoses, and treatment recommendations.
Public system psychiatric consults can have wait times of 6-18 months. Through our collaboration with PMVC, you can expect an appointment within 6 to 8 weeks.
We are present during these virtual consultations to ensure your comfort and assist with the evaluation.
Sessions can be attended virtually from your home or our office.
Psychiatric consultation is covered by OHIP. You are only paying for your therapist’s time.
ADHD and ASD assessments are offered for a one-time fee of $350.
Individual Vs. Couples Support
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is one-on-one support with your therapist.
Therapy focuses on helping explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and experiences to gain a better understanding of you and your challenges.
The goal of individual therapy is to provide support and guidance to develop coping skills, improve emotional regulation, resolve issues, and achieve personal growth.
Couples Therapy
Couple’s therapy alternatively has shared goals and evaluates the dynamic between you and your partner. The primary goal of couples therapy is to address and resolve issues that may be causing conflict or distress in the relationship. Typical issues discussed in couples therapy include:
Communication problems
Trust issues
Parental conflicts
Differing values
Emotional disconnection
Infidelity
Financial conflicts
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