Dr. Shelagh Emmott, Ph.D., C. Psych.
Practice in Clinical Psychology

Cognitive Therapy

Cognitive behavioural therapy is widely recommended for a variety of personal problems, from anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, phobias and stress-related disorders. Usually the course of treatment involves learning the relationship between distressing thought patterns and negative moods, problem behaviours or physical symptoms. Every person's thought patterns are different, and their problem issues depend on their history and specific experiences. A therapist provides coaching in alternative thought patterns, and helping to kickstart the change process.

Finding a Therapist

Searching for a therapist can be a challenging process. It is important to find someone with whom the "fit" is good. Research has shown that a good therapist/client relationship is more important than therapist orientation or philosophy in predicting outcome. It may be worth your while to meet with two or three therapists for an initial visit, to see whether their "take" on your issues feels right to you, and that their suggestions for treatment seem on target.

Dr. Emmott

Dr. Shelagh Emmott has been in practice for more than 25 years. She has expertise in a wide variety of areas, ranging from anxiety and depression to stress management for health problems.She is familiar with business, academic and public sector settings. She works with adults and older adolescents.