Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in Stratford & Online Across Ontario

Shift the thoughts that hold you back. Create lasting change from the inside out.

If you’ve been feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns—negative self-talk, spiraling thoughts, constant overwhelm—you’re not alone. Many people come to therapy knowing something needs to change, but unsure how to make it happen. CBT offers a practical, evidence-based path forward.

What is CBT?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. It focuses on identifying the unhelpful thought patterns that shape your day-to-day experience—then gives you tools to shift them.

Rather than focusing only on the past, CBT is present-focused and action-oriented. It empowers you with skills to feel more in control, confident, and calm—both in the moment and long term.

What CBT Can Help With:

  • Anxiety and panic

  • Depression and low mood

  • Stress and overwhelm

  • Burnout and perfectionism

  • Negative self-talk and low self-esteem

  • Emotional regulation

  • People-pleasing and boundary struggles

  • Sleep difficulties

  • Phobias and health anxiety

  • Life transitions or decision paralysis

How CBT Works in Therapy

CBT isn’t about “thinking positively” or ignoring your struggles. It’s about gently noticing how your thoughts impact how you feel—and learning new ways to respond.

Your therapist might help you:

  • Identify thought loops that are keeping you stuck

  • Learn how to reframe self-critical thinking

  • Use behavioural strategies to reduce avoidance or procrastination

  • Practice grounding and coping tools for anxious moments

  • Set achievable goals and celebrate small wins

  • Strengthen your sense of control and self-trust

Why Reclaim & Rise?

At Reclaim & Rise, CBT isn’t one-size-fits-all. We tailor it to your personality, your nervous system, and your life. Some of our therapists blend CBT with mindfulness, somatic tools, or trauma-informed care—so it feels supportive, not sterile.

We know that real healing happens when therapy feels safe, personal, and empowering—not clinical or overwhelming.

You don’t have to keep carrying it all on your own.

If your thoughts have become heavy, relentless, or hard to navigate—CBT can help you find a new way forward.
Let’s work together to untangle what’s holding you back and build tools that actually make life feel lighter.

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