Cait Banks (M.A., Couns. Psych) is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
Cait’s services are covered under most extended health care plans.
Cait began her training in the field of psychology with a Bachelor of Arts degree in both psychology and neuroscience from the University of Guelph, followed by a Master of Arts Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.
With a vast range of experience in private practice and mental health centres, she provides a high level of competency across many mental health issues.
She works with individuals, couples and families. Cait specializes in issues including: mood disorders (i.e., depression and anxiety), high stress levels and burnout, codependency, emotion regulation difficulties, past or current trauma, parenting strategies, dealing with grief, building self-esteem/confidence, managing chronic pain/illness, increasing mindfulness and building distress tolerance skills.
She has also completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program to be able to incorporate trauma-focused movement into sessions for those who are interested in a more holistic approach.
Approach to Therapy
Cait follows a very flexible therapeutic style. She implements various techniques from several theories depending on the client, the challenges they are facing, and their individual needs. Her approach focuses on providing a supportive, nonjudgmental and validating atmosphere. Cait has a well-rounded approach to mental health.
Her goal is to make you feel as comfortable as possible. Ideally, therapy is a place to feel safe. If you can’t trust the person you’re speaking to, it’s incredibly difficult to dive into the challenges you face. Drawing on humanistic theory, she has developed the tools needed to create an environment of validation and action.