CHRISTINE M. CABRAL
PSYCHOTHERAPY
Dr. Christine Cabral (she/her)
Psychologist (Supervised Practice)
I am a psychologist in supervised practice and obtained my PhD in Clinical and Counselling Psychology at the University of Toronto. I have a breadth of experience conducting comprehensive psychodiagnostic and forensic assessments, as well as providing individual and group therapy for various concerns with late adolescents and adults.
Through the therapeutic process, which promotes self-awareness, personal growth, and positive change, we collaboratively explore the emotional, cognitive, behavioural, and interpersonal factors impacting one's life. I have extensive training in evidence-based interventions and work primarily from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach. Among the difficulties I treat are mood and anxiety disorders, including posttraumatic stress, as well as interpersonal difficulties, self-esteem, stress management, and life transitions. When appropriate, I also integrate other therapeutic approaches, such as Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), in order to meet clients’ individual needs.
My professional training includes the completion of my pre-doctoral residency at the Psychological Trauma Program of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and at the Health and Wellness Centre (formerly Counselling and Psychological Services) of the University of Toronto. Prior training includes positions within the Mood and Anxiety Program and the Psychological Trauma Program/Work, Stress, and Health Program at CAMH, and forensic programs at CAMH and Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences. My doctoral research focused on vicarious trauma among bystanders to sexual and intimate partner violence.
I am currently dually licensed as a psychologist in supervised practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) and as a registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
Services
TREATMENT
Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is the primary therapeutic approach employed by Dr. Cabral. The CBT framework focuses on the interconnections between thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and physical sensations. From this perspective, shifts in thoughts and actions influence changes in emotional experience. CBT is an evidence-based approach and is effective in the treatment of many conditions and concerns. It utilizies numerous strategies and the development of skills to effect change, and requires some in-between session practice.
SUPERVISION & CONSULTATION
Supervision and consultation for other clinicians in the process of meeting college registration requirements for the provision of psychotherapy may be available.
FEES & INSURANCE
Service rates are commensurate with education, training, and experience. Dr. Cabral is committed to increasing access to care, thus, limited reduced fee spots are available for clients facing significant financial barriers.
Psychological services provided by Dr. Cabral are not covered by OHIP. If you have extended health care benefits, your plan may cover part or all of the service fee; please refer to the conditions of your plan to determine the coverage available to you. If you do not have third-party coverage, psychologists are recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency as health care professionals, therefore, service is eligible for the medical expense tax credit.
If you must look back, do so forgivingly.
If you must look forward, do so prayerfully.
However, the wisest thing you can do
is be in the present, in the present.
Gracefully.
Having courage does not mean we are unafraid.
Having courage and showing courage mean we face our fears.
We are able to say 'I have fallen, but I will get up.'
- Maya Angelou
Get In Touch
Dr. Christine M. Cabral, CPsych (Supervised Practice)
12 Front Street South, 2nd Floor
Mississauga, ON L5H 2C4
(416) 909-7346