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Waterloo CBT Clinic Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is a psychological treatment that is effective for a wide variety of mental health disorders.

Our clinic provides psychological services for people experiencing a range of mental health concerns including anxiety and depression. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), is a psychological treatment that has been scientifically proven to treat a wide variety of psychological concerns. CBT focuses on the ways in which our thoughts and actions can contribute to psychological problems, and is designed to teach you practical strategies for challenging problematic patterns that could be keeping you stuck. At the Waterloo CBT Clinic, we strive to provide you with high-quality psychological services while working collaboratively with you using a client-centered and compassionate approach.

Anxiety can make trying something new feel overwhelming. One way to think about facing anxiety is by understanding the d...
07/07/2026

Anxiety can make trying something new feel overwhelming. One way to think about facing anxiety is by understanding the different "zones" we move through as we learn and gain new experiences:

Your comfort zone is where things feel familiar and predictable. There's nothing wrong with spending time here; it helps us rest and recharge. But the comfort zone is not where we learn or grow.

Your growth zone is just outside of the comfort zone. It might feel uncomfortable or bring up some anxiety, but it's also where confidence is built. As you practise doing hard things in manageable steps, those feelings of anxiety often become easier to handle, and your comfort zone gradually expands.

The panic zone is different. This is what happens when we take on something that feels too overwhelming. Instead of learning, we're more likely to shut down or avoid the situation altogether.

This idea is a big part of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Strategies like exposure and behavioural experiments are designed to help you take small, achievable steps into your growth zone, not throw you into the deep end.

Want to learn more? Check out our website for the latest blog post on this topic (https://waterloocbt.ca/2026/06/16/the-growth-zone/)!

Cognitive distortions are patterns in how the mind interprets information. This post highlights some of the most common ...
06/24/2026

Cognitive distortions are patterns in how the mind interprets information. This post highlights some of the most common ones and how they show up in everyday thinking.

For more information, check out our blog at https://waterloocbt.ca/blog/

Educating future generations is incredibly meaningful, but it’s also emotionally and mentally demanding. From burnout an...
06/16/2026

Educating future generations is incredibly meaningful, but it’s also emotionally and mentally demanding. From burnout and sleepless nights to managing impossible expectations, educators are carrying a lot.

CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) can help you challenge unhelpful thoughts, manage stress, improve sleep, and strengthen your coping strategies so you can show up for yourself the way you show up for your students.

Summer is the perfect time to recharge and learn new skills.

The team at Waterloo CBT Clinic is accepting new referrals and
offering virtual and in-person sessions.

570 University Ave E., Unit 903
Waterloo, ON
226-686-0848
www.waterloocbt.ca
[email protected]

Most of us have a lot of balls in the air at any given time and we try to juggle them all. And the holiday season often ...
12/15/2025

Most of us have a lot of balls in the air at any given time and we try to juggle them all. And the holiday season often comes with extra balls creating a very advanced juggling act! It is therefore important to differentiate which tasks are fragile and which ones we can drop. Thinking about tasks as glass versus plastic balls gives us a way of doing that. When you are feeling stressed because the neighbours brought you over some cookies and you don’t have anything for them, ask yourself “is this a glass or a plastic ball”? Glass balls, if dropped, have significant and long-lasting consequences. Plastic balls on the other hand will bounce and can be picked up later (assuming you want them). Figuring out which is which can help you prioritize the things that matter most to you.

If you need help prioritizing and letting go of the plastic balls, the therapists at the Waterloo CBT Clinic can help. For more information or to make an appointment, please call, email or visit our website.

Waterloo CBT Clinic
570 University Avenue E., Unit 903
Waterloo, ON, N2K 4P2
Phone: 226-686-0848
Email: [email protected]
www.waterloocbt.ca

If you or a loved one is struggling with procrastination, registered mental health professionals are available to help. ...
10/15/2025

If you or a loved one is struggling with procrastination, registered mental health professionals are available to help.

Swipe through to learn more about procrastination and some strategies you can try. For more information, check out our blog at https://waterloocbt.ca/blog/

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, helpless, or even guilty about the state of the planet, you’re not alone. This is calle...
09/03/2025

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, helpless, or even guilty about the state of the planet, you’re not alone. This is called eco-anxiety and it’s very common.

From a psychology and CBT perspective, eco-anxiety isn’t something we need to get rid of, it’s something we can learn to cope with and channel into meaningful action (without burning out).

Swipe through to learn more about eco-anxiety and how CBT can help.


Over the years, Taylor Swift has shared many words of wisdom that align with the principles we use in cognitive-behaviou...
08/22/2025

Over the years, Taylor Swift has shared many words of wisdom that align with the principles we use in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT).

From reminding us that mistakes don’t define who we are to encouraging courage in the face of fear, her reflections echo key strategies used in therapy: reframing unhelpful thoughts, practicing self-compassion, and finding strength in uncertainty. It’s a good reminder that psychology and everyday wisdom often meet in the same place helping us build resilience, perspective, and balance.

If you or someone you love is experiencing difficulties with their mental health, the registered psychologists and psychotherapists at the Waterloo CBT Clinic are available to help.

Virtual and in person appointments are available.

For more information or to make an appointment, please call, email or visit our website.

Waterloo CBT Clinic
570 University Avenue E., Unit 903
Waterloo, ON, N2K 4P2
Phone: 226-686-0848
Email: [email protected]
www.waterloocbt.ca

“Failure to launch" is not a clinical diagnosis but it is a common term used to describe young adults who struggle to tr...
07/23/2025

“Failure to launch" is not a clinical diagnosis but it is a common term used to describe young adults who struggle to transition into independent adulthood. It impacts millions of families. It might look like living at home long-term, avoiding work or school, and lacking motivation to pursue goals. The root causes are varied and include mental health conditions, family dynamics, low self-esteem, and external stressors like economic hardship. Parent coaching is often a central aspect of treatment, giving parents the tools and skills to help them support their child without reinforcing unhelpful behaviours. Support for the child can also be helpful to give them the tools and skills to overcome underlying mental health concerns that may be contributing.

Specific phobias are intense, persistent fears of certain situations or objects that can seriously disrupt daily life. F...
07/16/2025

Specific phobias are intense, persistent fears of certain situations or objects that can seriously disrupt daily life. From dogs to needles to elevators, these fears can lead to avoidance, anxiety, and panic.

The good news? Phobias are highly treatable!

Swipe through to learn more about phobias and their treatment.

Social anxiety can make everyday moments feel terrifying, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. CBT is a powerful and ef...
07/08/2025

Social anxiety can make everyday moments feel terrifying, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. CBT is a powerful and effective treatment that helps people overcome fears and build confidence.

Swipe through to learn more about social anxiety and its treatment.

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Waterloo, ON
N2K4P2

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Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 6pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm

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