Learn to manage your depression or anxiety with free Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at OSP West
Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) offers Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – available in-person or virtually – to Ontarians 18+ to treat a variety of mental health problems, such as:
• Depression
• Anxiety, worry, or stress
• Panic attacks
• Specific fears
• Other anxiety and stress-related problems such as post-traumatic stress and obsessive-compulsive concerns.
OSP does not offer supportive counselling, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, couples/family therapy, or case management.
What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?
CBT focuses on how your thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected (see diagram below). CBT is a short-term treatment that helps you learn strategies to change how you feel, think, act, and manage difficult situations.
OSP offers a stepped model of care
At OSP, CBT is delivered in three formats:
- Coach- or therapist-supported self-led CBT
- Group CBT (online only)
- One-on-one CBT (in-person or online)
Most people start with a self-guided approach with support from a CBT coach or therapist. The images below describe the different formats we offer, as well as showing how these formats are offered in a stepped approach.
Where to get care:
OSP is available across Ontario. In the Hamilton and Burlington area, OSP is delivered by OSP West. If you live elsewhere in Ontario, OSP West can help connect you to your local OSP provider.
How to apply for OSP or get more information:
You can refer yourself using a form on the OSPWest website or by calling 1-833-944-9966.
OSP will not meet the needs of everyone. On the website, you can find out if OSP is right for you.
You can also ask your health care provider to refer you.