KCM Counselling

A Bit About Psychotherapy

First of all... What is it?

If you're looking for an official definition: 

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According to the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (2022), “Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Psychotherapy occurs when the Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and client enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning.”

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My take?

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Psychotherapy (which you might also hear called counselling or therapy) is really a working partnership. It’s dedicated time and space where we can explore your concerns together, look at areas where you’d like to grow, recognize your strengths, and even develop new skills or habits. All of this can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself and the people around you. While I can’t promise exact outcomes, research shows that evidence-based therapy can really help spark positive change. I’m here to support you in that process.