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Primarily located at Queen's University, Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Hotel Dieu Hospital site, Kingston, ON.
Online Psychotherapy Lab aims to improve the lives of all those affected by mental health disorders through the advancement in mental health research.
Psychotherapy is recognized as an effective and promising method of treatment delivery. However, numerous barriers hinder access to treatment, such as high costs, long waiting lists, commuting challenges, time commitments, stigma surrounding psychotherapy, and the need to take time off work for appointments. These challenges make in-person sessions unfeasible for many individuals.
At the Online Psychotherapy Lab, we design and conduct research projects focused on the assessment, treatment, and effectiveness of various psychotherapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Relapse Prevention. Our work addresses barriers to accessing psychotherapy for conditions such as Depression and Anxiety disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, Substance Use Disorder, Insomnia and ADHD to name a few. Our team is developing a machine-learning algorithm to determine the intensity of care an individual needs—mild, moderate, severe, or urgent—and the most suitable psychotherapy program. This algorithm aims to match the clinical decision-making capabilities of healthcare providers.
In our Online Psychotherapy Lab, we develop various online psychotherapy modules and courses tailored for different mental illnesses.
By leveraging online psychotherapy, we can deliver more services at a lower cost, potentially doubling the healthcare system's performance. This reduction in wait times and increased service coverage can result in significant financial and societal savings, as mental health disorders often severely impact individuals' functioning while they await proper care.
Our diagnosis-based care delivery through an online clinic offers a novel approach to overcoming barriers to therapy in our multicultural and geographically dispersed society. We believe that integrating AI-driven clinical decision-making will make mental healthcare delivery more scalable, accessible, and affordable while maintaining a high level of personalization and effectiveness.
Meet the team of Queen's Online Psychotherapy Lab. Learn more about each team member by clicking here.
If you are interested in participating in one of our research studies and/or would like more information, please use contact us using the link below.
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