Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in Coquitlam

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective, evidence-based form of psychotherapy available at our Coquitlam clinic. It focuses on understanding and changing the unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving that contribute to emotional distress. CBT is typically present-focused, goal-oriented, and equips clients with practical skills to manage challenges.

Key Principles of CBT

• Psychological problems are often based, in part, on unhelpful ways of thinking and learned patterns of behaviour.
• Focus is placed on current problems and developing effective coping strategies.
• Therapy sessions are structured, collaborative, and aim towards specific, agreed-upon goals.
• Emphasis is put on learning and practicing new skills both in and between sessions.

Benefits of CBT

• Proven effectiveness for anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, and stress management.
• Helps identify and modify negative or inaccurate thinking patterns.
• Develops practical, lifelong coping and problem-solving skills.
• Can often achieve significant results in a relatively short time frame compared to other therapies.
• Empowers clients with tools they can continue using independently.

Who Can Benefit from CBT at Touch Brain Counselling?

CBT is a versatile therapy that can be adapted for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of difficulties. Our Coquitlam clients often seek CBT for support with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), stress management, anger issues, and improving self-esteem.

What to Expect in Your Coquitlam CBT Sessions

CBT sessions at Touch Brain Counselling are typically structured and collaborative. You and your therapist will work together to identify specific problems and set clear goals. Sessions often involve discussing challenges, learning new cognitive (thinking) and behavioral skills, and planning how to practice these skills between appointments ("homework"). Active participation is key to making progress with CBT.