what mental health professionaLS PROVIDE PSYCHOTHERAPY?

Registered Psychotherapists (RP) are not medical doctors but have chosen to specialize in the treatment of mental health issues through psychotherapeutic interventions. RP's typically hold graduate degrees, many have additional post-graduate education, and are committed to continuing professional development. In Ontario, Registered Psychotherapists are regulated by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CPRO). Only those fully qualified & registered with CRPO are able to use the designation Registered Psychotherapist.

Psychologists are not medical doctors, have studied psychology and are trained to do extensive testing, specialized assessments, psychoeducational assessments and make diagnoses. They are regulated by the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). There are some Psychologists who provide psychotherapy and counselling. Our Registered Psychotherapists work with Registered Psychologists to obtain assessments and diagnoses. We also provide, for some clients, psychotherapy Under the Supervision of  Registered Psychologist Cindy Stulberg.

Counsellors may or may not be regulated professionals, certified to practice counselling. They tend to work in confidential settings with individuals who experience mild to moderate personal difficulties to help them overcome their problems and make changes to their lives. The nature of problems encountered by Counsellors varies according to the setting and could include, for example, depression, anxiety,  and managing emotions and behaviours. Counsellors may or may not have training in psychotherapy.

Social Workers, in general and in psychiatric hospitals, are members of a treatment team that provide a link between the team, families and individuals, and community resources. Social workers tend to address social issues. Social Workers may or may not have training in psychotherapy, some  provide psychotherapy in private practice. However, unless they have met the qualifications of the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario, they are ineligible to use the designation Registered Psychotherapist.