Compare popular evidence-based therapy modalities like CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR. Learn how they work and how to find the optimal fit for your needs in Ontario. What is a Therapy Modality? Understanding the Frameworks of Care When you begin researching mental health support, you may quickly encounter the word modality. In a clinical context, a therapeutic modality is simply a specific, structured framework or methodology that a practitioner uses to help you process information,