Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program

Age: Adults
Intended For: those experiencing depression, trauma and anxiety-related concerns
Care Providers: Social workers, registered psychotherapists, occupational therapists, registered nurses, psychologists and CBT-trained practitioners

Location: Virtual, phone, or in-person
Contact Information: osp@waypointcentre.ca; 1-877-341-4729 x 2883; 705-527-0390

The Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program provides treatment for depression, trauma and anxiety-related concerns for anyone in Ontario who is 18 or older.

OSP is publicly funded and offers access to evidence-based, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and related approaches to help manage depression, trauma and anxiety-related conditions. CBT is a structured, time-limited therapy that is problem-focused and goal-oriented and teaches practical strategies and skills.

You can access more information regarding services offered, eligibility and the referral process at the Therapy Ontario website.

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CBT and related approaches can be accessed through the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program for the following conditions:

Depression and low mood
Generalized anxiety and worry
Health anxiety
Obsessive-compulsive concerns
Other anxiety and stress-related problems
Post-traumatic stress
Social anxiety and performance fears
Specific fears
Unexpected panic attacks and agoraphobic fears

The services recommended will depend on what would best meet the client’s needs. Many clients start with self-led resources and could move to individual or group therapy if they need more support.

Self-led resources guided by a coach or clinician

BounceBack and clinician-assisted bibliotherapy (CAB) are available by telephone, and Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT) is delivered online.

Individual or group cognitive–behavioural therapy

Services are delivered in person or online.

Youths can access free mental health and skill-building support for low mood, depression, anxiety, stress or worry through the BounceBack program.

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