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Common Terms & Resources
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
A goal-oriented therapy focused on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors, commonly used to treat anxiety, depression, and stress.
EFT Resource: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - An Information Guide
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
A therapy that helps individuals and couples understand and change emotional responses to improve relationships and address issues like attachment and relationship distress.
EFT Resource: What is EFT?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A trauma-focused therapy aimed at helping individuals process past trauma and PTSD by using bilateral stimulation (e.g., eye movements).
Canadian Resource: EMDR Canada – About EMDR
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
A form of CBT that focuses on teaching emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness, especially for those struggling with borderline personality disorder and self-harm.
Canadian Resource: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) – DBT Overview
Strength-Based Therapy
Focuses on empowering clients by identifying and leveraging their strengths to address mental health challenges and promote resilience.
Canadian Resource: The Homeless Hub - A Strengths-Based Perspective
Narrative Therapy
Helps individuals reframe their life stories by changing the way they perceive and interpret experiences, empowering clients to break free from limiting beliefs.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
A client-centered, collaborative approach designed to enhance motivation and commitment to change, often used in addiction recovery and behavioral health.
Canadian Resource: Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction – Motivational Interviewing
Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R)
Focuses on recovery and improving daily functioning for those with serious mental illness by building coping strategies and emphasizing hope.
CT-R Resource: Flourishing With Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy
Polyvagal Theory
A physiological framework for understanding the role of the vagus nerve in regulating the nervous system, helping people manage stress, anxiety, and trauma responses.
Canadian Resource: Trauma Research Foundation – Polyvagal Theory Resources
Trauma-Informed Therapies
These therapies focus on creating a safe environment for individuals affected by trauma, recognizing the widespread impact of trauma and integrating it into treatment for healing.
The Gottman Method
A research-based approach to couples therapy that helps partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection. It's ideal for addressing relationship conflict, intimacy issues, and long-term partnership goals.
Canadian Resource: The Gottman Institute – Gottman Method Couples Therapy
All definitions have been provided by the Canadian Mental Health Association.
At Anderson Dupuis Wellness, we are committed to providing trusted, evidence-based mental health support.
While we encourage you to explore the resources below from reputable Canadian organizations, we’re always here to help you navigate your mental health journey.
If you have questions or want to explore these topics further, we invite you to connect with our experienced team—we’re here when you’re ready.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
Offers nationwide mental health support and resources. https://cmha.ca/
Wellness Together Canada
Provides free mental health and substance use support. https://www.wellnesstogether.ca/Simon Fraser University+9
Kids Help Phone
24/7 support for youth across Canada. https://kidshelpphone.ca/
Jack.org
Youth-led mental health organization promoting awareness and education. https://jack.org/
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
Professional association providing resources and support for counsellors and psychotherapists. https://www.ccpa-accp.ca/
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