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Evidence-Based Approaches to Therapy

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

C.B.T. is a foundational approach to therapy, where we learn to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, and understand our core beliefs about ourselves. Together we can build awareness of how our thoughts impact our behaviours and emotions.

Mindful Self-Compassion

The practice of Mindful Self-Compassion teaches us to bring awareness to ourselves, our emotions, and our struggles, connect to our shared humanity, and treat ourselves as we would a dear friend. MSC explores the Yin and Yang of self-compassion, the fierce and the nurturing ways we take care of ourselves.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

D.B.T. in an evidenced based therapy that teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. With DBT we find the wisdom in our emotions and learn to validate ourselfs and others.

Somatic Therapy Informed

Somatic Therapy to help clients reconnect with their bodies and process emotions that may be stored physically. By incorporating body awareness, breathwork, and gentle movement, we work together to regulate the nervous system and promote healing from a trauma-informed lens.

Polyvagal Therapy

By understanding how our nervous system responds to stress, we can recognize when we’re in survival mode and learn ways to shift toward safety. Through connection, awareness, and choice, we can help our bodies feel more regulated and at ease.

Feminist & Anti-Oppressive Therapy

I believe that the personal is political. Connecting our struggles to their wider political context helps us to gain perspective, connect to our shared humanity, and fight against oppression. 

© 2025 by Martha Elliott Psychotherapy

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