CBT

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Adults, Youth, Teens, Kids, and Individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

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At Touch Brain Counselor, we offer Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to help individuals of all ages manage emotional, behavioural, and cognitive challenges. Our CBT sessions are designed to support adults, youth, teens, and children in understanding their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours — empowering them to build healthier coping strategies and improve overall well-being.

For clients with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, ADD, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or learning differences, our therapists use tailored, evidence-based CBT techniques that accommodate individual needs and promote self-regulation, focus, and emotional resilience.

Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, behavioural issues, or day-to-day stress, our compassionate therapists provide a safe, structured environment where growth and healing can occur. Located in Vancouver & Coquitlam BC, we’re committed to delivering accessible, effective, and person-centred mental health support that helps every client thrive.

What is CBT ?

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based approach that helps individuals understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are connected. By recognizing negative or unhelpful thinking patterns, clients learn practical strategies to manage emotions, improve coping skills, and make positive behavioural changes.

CBT is widely used to treat a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, behavioural issues, and emotional regulation difficulties. It is also highly effective for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them build self-awareness, problem-solving skills, and emotional resilience.

CBT sessions are goal-oriented, collaborative, and focused on developing tools clients can use in daily life. Through guided reflection and skill-building exercises, clients learn to replace unhelpful thoughts with balanced, constructive ones — leading to healthier relationships, improved self-esteem, and greater overall well-being.

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Benefits of CBT

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) offers practical, long-term benefits for individuals of all ages. It equips clients with tools to manage emotions, build resilience, and create meaningful change in their lives.

Emotional and Mental Health Benefits

  • Reduces symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress

  • Improves emotional regulation and self-awareness

  • Helps individuals identify and challenge negative thinking patterns

  • Builds confidence and self-esteem through positive thought restructuring

Behavioural and Cognitive Benefits

  • Encourages healthier decision-making and problem-solving skills

  • Promotes mindfulness and present-moment awareness

  • Reduces impulsive or reactive behaviours

  • Supports the development of practical coping strategies for daily challenges

Support for Kids, Teens, and Neurodiverse Individuals

  • Enhances focus, emotional control, and social understanding

  • Provides structure and consistency for children with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Teaches young clients how to recognize and express feelings in a healthy way

  • Builds resilience and adaptability in academic and social environments

Long-Term Life Benefits

  • Encourages lasting, positive behaviour change

  • Strengthens relationships and communication skills

  • Provides lifelong tools to manage stress and maintain mental well-being

A Team That Cares

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At Touch Brain Counselor, our mission is to help people feel supported, informed, and empowered through compassionate care and education. Our dedicated team brings both expertise and a gentle touch to every session. Shiva Sherkat, our Clinic Director and Therapist, draws on her deep experience in clinical counselling, trauma-informed therapy, and neurofeedback to create a safe and healing environment. Niki Nourbakhsh, Neurofeedback Specialist and Therapist, guides clients in understanding their brain patterns and building self-regulation skills with warmth and encouragement. Atefeh Ramezanpour, our Therapist Assistant, ensures each client feels comfortable and supported, providing practical assistance and a compassionate presence throughout their journey. Together, the team at Touch Brain Counselor works to educate, inform, and guide each person toward improved well-being, always with care and understanding at the heart of what we do.