David Moyes Counselling
Experienced Support and Relief for Anxiety,Depression and Trauma
CBT and TF-CBT for the treatment of trauma, anxiety,depression, OCD and panic, and for Children, Teens, Young Adults and Adults Across Ontario
Virtual and in-person sessions with offices in Niagara Falls and St. Catharines
Call or email to arrange an appointment or a free 15 minute consultation
Current openings
Davidbmoyes@gmail.com / 289-501-5810
About David Moyes
IFor the last several years, my wife and I have lead a relatively quiet life splitting our time between our apartment in Niagara and a cottage in the Catskills close to where our adult son resides.
I retired from the Regional hospital in 2021 where I worked as a psychotherapist in Outpatient Mental Health Program.
Since that time I have devoted devoted my time to the development of a private practice in counselling in Niagara and virtually in all of Ontario.
I serve all age groups with many various presenting concerns.
My specialties are listed below.
If you or your loved ones are struggling with mental health concerns or other impairments I can help you find a way forward to your best life.
My Approach
Finding our way through suffering and unhappiness is no easy task. The process of psychotherapy is one where the therapist joins with a person to help them navigate that journey.
Besides a willingness to care and support someone this requires that a therapist to have a high degree of knowledge and understanding about a given problem and the overall change process. I have that ability and willingness to join with you in your difficulties.
And, I have the confidence that with most situations I am able to help you find a way out of suffering.
We’ll start by clarifying what you’re struggling with, what you’ve already tried, and what you want to be different. From there, we’ll build a plan using approaches that are practical, research-informed, and tailored to your pace.
Depending on your goals, I may draw from:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) including Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) to understand patterns between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to reduce struggle and move toward values-based action
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Mindfulness-based strategies to build steadiness and reduce reactivity
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Schema Therapy to work with long-standing patterns and unmet needs
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DBT-informed skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness
What you can expect in sessions
You can expect a supportive, non-judgmental space—along with structure. Many clients appreciate having a clear direction and tools they can use between sessions.
In our work together, we may:
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identify the cycles that keep anxiety, depression, or avoidance going
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build coping strategies that fit your real life
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strengthen boundaries and communication
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process difficult experiences at a pace that feels safe
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track progress so you can see what’s changing over time
Areas I commonly help with
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Anxiety (worry, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety)
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Depression and low mood
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Trauma and PTSD
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Stress, burnout, and life transitions
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Relationship challenges and recurring patterns
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Self-criticism, perfectionism, and feeling “stuck”
Location and Availablity
I offer:
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In-person counselling in Niagara Falls and St. Catharines
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Virtual counselling (video or phone) for clients across Ontario
FAQs
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Do you offer virtual counselling in Ontario?
Yes. I offer secure video or phone sessions for clients across Ontario. -
Do I need to have a clear “reason” for therapy?
No. Many people start with a general sense of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not like themselves. We’ll clarify goals together. -
What if I’m not sure CBT is right for me?
That’s okay. I use CBT as a foundation, but I also draw from ACT, mindfulness-based approaches, Schema Therapy, and DBT-informed skills depending on your needs. -
How long does therapy usually take?
It varies. Some clients come for short-term, goal-focused work; others prefer longer-term support. We’ll review progress and adjust as we go. -
Do you work with anxiety and depression?
Yes—these are two of the most common concerns I support, including panic, chronic worry, low mood, and burnout. -
Can you help with complex trauma? Yes-TF-CBT and Schema Therapy are two highly-effective therapies for long-standing complex trauma. I have a strong background in both.
Specialties
After completing my Master's Degree in Social Work, I set out to receive advanced training in Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy. I was fortunate to receive the guidance of Dr. Janet Klosko, a founding member of the Cognitive Therapy Association, former lead therapist at the CBT and Schema Therapy Institute of NYC, and a published expert in the field of CBT. In addition to obtaining a high level of skill with CBT and Schema Therapy, I went on to study Mindfulness-Based Therapies and have a high level of skill utilizing Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) in my practice.
Family-based CBT
for Children
Currently, I am accepting referrals for children presenting with problematic anxiety.
There is very good evidence that shows that Family-based CBT is the most effective therapy model in the treatment of childhood anxiety.
In my role as child and family therapist in the Regional Hospital I spent several years both applying and developing this model with very good results with separation anxiety, sleep problems, GAD, social anxiety and school refusal.
This approach requires active participation from caregivers. Typically, the model is offered in a virtual format over 8-12 biweekly or weekly sessions.
CBT and TF-CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is the most effective model in the treatment of anxiety and depression and many other presenting concerns. It is particularly effective for managing challenges like intrusive and racing thoughts, low mood and self criticism. It can help you break free from cycles that may be keeping you stuck and empowering you to take meaningful steps forward. it is easy to implement and practical with day-day concerns.
Trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT) is a model that uses CBT skills such as cognitive restructuring and exposure along with various other methods to provide relief and resolution from trauma.
Schema Therapy
Schema Therapy builds on traditional CBT by diving deeper into long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that often stem from unmet emotional needs earlier in life. These patterns, or "schemas," can influence how you view yourself, others, and the world. We work together to uncover these patterns, understand their origins, and find healthier ways to meet your emotional needs. This approach is especially helpful for people dealing with long-term struggles in relationships, self-esteem, or emotional regulation. By addressing these core patterns, Schema Therapy helps you heal, grow, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Mindfulness -
ACT & DBT
I have a high level of skill in Mindfulness-Based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
ACT can be applied to ADHD and most mood problems including Depression, OCD, and Anxiety.
Mindfulness training is a core component of ACT. I have been practicing Mindfulness Meditation and breathing for relaxation for much of my adult life. I apply these techniques to ACT.
I am also certified as a skills-based trainer in DBT.
Services
People come to therapy for a wide range of concerns.
On the one end of the spectrum, there are individuals who want to come in once and talk through a specific concern (consultation).
On the other end, we have physician referrals for individuals with complex mental health concerns that require specific evidence-based protocols to resolve the problem.
Most people are somewhere in the middle. Whatever your circumstance, I am capable of assisting you with even the most long-standing and difficult problems.
We will talk together and work out a plan to get you back on track, to help you feel better or to meet whatever goal you think is best.
And, if you are "somewhere in the middle", you can expect 4-8 sessions to get back on track.
If you want ongoing support or want to come and go, that can work as well.
The important thing is to get some help.
Fees
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Free 15-minute telephone consult.
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Before you begin counselling, it may be helpful to ask a few questions.
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Hourly Billing rates:
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$180 for in-person services
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$150 for virtual counselling
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Types of Service
Consult
This is strictly a one hour initial consultation, providing you with the opportunity to ask questions or discuss concerns. Parents can use this process to evaluate their concerns and approach to helping their child or youth.
Assessment
A 90 minute process where various Outcome Measures and assessment forms are used to accurately define the concerns and next steps.
Individual Therapy
Following an assessment a defined number of one hour sessions are agreed upon and scheduled.
For those who prefer a more self-directed therapy process, the two texts I use for this protocol are Reinventing Your Life and Schema Therapy, both co-authored by Janet Klosko, and an additional resource that serves as a workbook, Mind Over Mood.