Research-Based Approaches
Research-based modalities are therapeutic approaches that have been heavily studied in counselling and psychology and shown to support healing and change. Below are some of the approaches we commonly use.
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EMDR uses various forms of bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, tapping, or tones) to help the brain process distressing or traumatic experiences. It has been shown to help with trauma and PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and distressing memories that feel stuck or overwhelming.
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CPT helps people explore how traumatic experiences have shaped their beliefs about themselves, others, and the world. It has been shown to help with PTSD, trauma-related guilt or shame, depression, and anxiety linked to past experiences.
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CBT focuses on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and helps people develop practical coping skills. It has been shown to help with anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation, and unhelpful thought patterns.
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Narrative therapy helps people separate themselves from their problems and examine the stories they carry about their lives. It has been shown to support healing from trauma and grief, identity exploration, life transitions, and reclaiming meaning and agency.
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DBT helps people build skills to manage intense emotions, tolerate distress, and improve relationships. It has been shown to help with emotional regulation, self-harm urges, chronic suicidality, trauma-related symptoms, and difficulties with boundaries or impulsivity.
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The Gottman Method is a research-based approach to couples therapy that focuses on strengthening communication, trust, and emotional connection. It has been shown to help couples reduce conflict, rebuild safety, improve friendship and intimacy, and navigate life transitions together.