Therapy Modalities – Carey Emmerson, RP, CCC, MTS

Therapy Modalities

What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

CBT is a collaborative, goal-oriented approach to therapy that helps you understand and change negative thought patterns and behaviours. You'll learn to:

Identify and challenge distorted thinking

Develop coping skills and strategies

Improve self-esteem and confidence

Make positive changes in your relationships and daily life

CBT is effective for addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and more.

What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy approach that helps you process and integrate traumatic memories, reducing their distressing effects. Using techniques such as eye movements or gentle tapping, EMDR:

Helps reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their vividness and distress

Enables you to reframe negative thoughts and emotions

Enhances control, confidence, and overall well-being

EMDR is effective in treating PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression. It can help you heal and move forward from past experiences.

What is Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples?

EFT is a couples therapy approach that helps you and your partner:

Understand and reorganize negative patterns of interaction

Rebuild trust, intimacy, and emotional connection

Develop effective communication and conflict resolution skills

Through EFT, you'll learn to:

Recognize and express your emotional needs

Respond to each other in a more empathetic and supportive way

Strengthen your bond and create a more loving and secure relationship

What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy?

ACT is a mindfulness-based therapy that helps you:

Develop psychological flexibility and acceptance of difficult emotions

Clarify your values and goals

Take action towards a more meaningful and fulfilling life

Through ACT, you'll learn to:

Let go of struggles with negative thoughts and emotions

Cultivate self-compassion and self-awareness

Live more authentically and in alignment with your values