Evidence-based Services
The overall mission of EBT³ Psychology is to provide high-quality psychological services that have been found to work based on scientific research (i.e., evidence-based). We strive to provide these services with a client-centered focus that takes into account what each individual needs.
Our clients reflect the diversity of Canada , ranging considerably with regards to age, race, gender, sexuality, culture, religion, ability, and health status.
The use of evidence-based approaches at EBT³ Psychology reflects a growing change in healthcare, where providers take what has been shown to work in research and apply it to clinical practice.
When people think of therapy, they may imagine the popular notion of digging deep into their past, or analyzing their relationships with their parents. While these methods can be helpful, they are not always relevant and often require a long term commitment that lasts months or even years.
The therapies used at EBT³ Psychology are generally short-term, problem-focused, and take into account your own unique circumstances and preferences when setting goals and achieving desired outcomes.
Connection, trust, and comfort are key ingredients in a good relationship with a therapist. Evidence-based therapy is offered by therapists strive to see your unique perspective and understand exactly where you are coming from.
What is the difference between Psychologists and Psychiatrists?
Psychologists and Psychiatrists both undertake about the same number of years of education and training. Some of the training is similar (e.g., diagnosis) and some is quite different.
Psychologists have doctoral degrees in psychology and specialize in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of human emotion, thought and behaviour. They have advanced training in psychotherapy and the science of behaviour change.
Psychiatrists, like your family physician, have degrees in medicine which is quite different than degrees in psychology, with additional specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness. Psychiatrists are licensed by the Government to prescribe medication.
In Ontario, Psychiatrists tend to focus on the biological aspects of mental health while Psychologists tend to focus on the cognitive, emotional and behavioural.
Why should I see a regulated professional?
Psychologists are regulated health service providers, registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario to practice psychology within the framework of the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
The College is given the responsibility by the Government of Ontario of setting the standards psychologists must follow when providing psychological services in the province. The purpose of regulation is to ensure the public receives high-quality services and is protected from unprofessional and unethical conduct. Only those registered by the College are allowed by law to call themselves psychologists or to offer psychological services.
Regulation protects the public by ensuring that psychologists:
are well trained
stay well trained through continuing education
obey provincial laws, regulations and a code of ethics to ensure patients are safe and receive excellent services
are answerable to consumer complaints to the College of Psychologists of Ontario
Regulated health professionals also protect the public by ensuring that their personal information remains private.