To access a copy of Treatment Resources in Ontario for CBT as compiled by Dr. Purdon, please click on the following links: (PDF) (Word)
To access a copy of Recommended Readings for Anxiety Disorders and Related Issues, please click on the following links: (PDF)
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Anxiety problems are treatable.
Cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that when practiced by therapists who have specialized training is the most successful form of treatment for anxiety problems. It is at least as effective as medication and, in some cases, is even more effective. CBT is associated with lower rates of symptom return after treatment than is medication for a number of anxiety disorders.
Not all providers of psychological services offer CBT. If you are interested in CBT for an anxiety or mood problem, you will want to ask a service provider in advance if it is offered.
Medication can be helpful in managing anxiety problems. Consult your family physician or a psychiatrist for more information.
Below is a list of local treatment settings that provide psychological services for a variety of mental health and living problems. Different resources offer different types of services. We have not listed psychologists or psychiatrists in private practice, but these can be found in the yellow pages of your phone book.
Regional Treatment Centres for Anxiety and Mood Problems
Anxiety Treatment and Research Centre
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Mental Health Services
Canadian Mental Health Association
Mosaic Counselling
Grand River Hospital Psychiatry and Mental Health
K-W Counselling
McMaster University Anxiety Disorders Clinic
UW Centre for Mental Health Research
General Information about Anxiety and Mood Problems
Academy of Cognitive Therapy
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
Canadian Psychological Association Mental Health Fact Sheets
Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation
What is our relationship to the UW Centre for Mental Health Research (CMHR)?
The CMHR is a clinic run by the clinical program faculty of the UW Department of Psychology, which includes Drs. Purdon and Moscovitch. The CMHR offers psychological services to children, adolescents, and adults in the tri-city area. The Anxiety Studies Division is one of the research arms of the CMHR.
Can I get treatment through the CMHR?
Yes, you can. However, the treatment division of the CMHR is administratively independent of the Anxiety Studies Division. To access treatment, you need to contact the CMHR directly. Please be advised that the wait for treatment can be lengthy. Please go to the CMHR website for more information.
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