Therapists in Abbotsford, BC
![Photo of Shanda Leanne Collins, MC , RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8f55eec2-6ee9-4dcb-97b5-673d4e391228/3/320x400.jpeg)
My passion is to come alongside you during challenging times and life transitions. Although difficult, transitions are growth opportunities helping to uncover our resilience and a way back to our authentic selves. Transitions can also bring worry, self doubt, insecurity, loss, and loneliness. Together, with your inner wisdom and my guidance we can navigate relationships, increase skills, manage emotions, solve problems, build confidence and increase your sense of self. By drawing attention to your unique strengths and gifts we will work towards your goals and empower you to make change and solve the problems you are facing.
My passion is to come alongside you during challenging times and life transitions. Although difficult, transitions are growth opportunities helping to uncover our resilience and a way back to our authentic selves. Transitions can also bring worry, self doubt, insecurity, loss, and loneliness. Together, with your inner wisdom and my guidance we can navigate relationships, increase skills, manage emotions, solve problems, build confidence and increase your sense of self. By drawing attention to your unique strengths and gifts we will work towards your goals and empower you to make change and solve the problems you are facing.
![Photo of Tatiana Carballo, BSN, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/983786ec-21ea-4c46-8aa8-e21078753cbe/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you feel overwhelmed by constant self-doubt, guilt, and the endless advice on how to be the "perfect" parent? Or perhaps you're a young adult facing the pressures of a major life transition? If you’re exhausted from trying to meet impossible standards, you’re not alone. I enjoy working with parents, families, and young adults to help you thrive. Ensuring that you take care of yourself first—because when you’re at your best, those around you benefit too.
Do you feel overwhelmed by constant self-doubt, guilt, and the endless advice on how to be the "perfect" parent? Or perhaps you're a young adult facing the pressures of a major life transition? If you’re exhausted from trying to meet impossible standards, you’re not alone. I enjoy working with parents, families, and young adults to help you thrive. Ensuring that you take care of yourself first—because when you’re at your best, those around you benefit too.
![Photo of Iosif Oros, BA, MC, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e198c6ef-3a34-4692-8272-f79bf1538336/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a counsellor, I am dedicated to empowering my clients to recognize and utilize their inner strengths and help them develop effective coping strategies. Through this process, individuals can gain a deeper insight into themselves and their experiences, leading to personal growth and positive change. This means that my counselling is not just about addressing immediate issues but about fostering long-term personal growth and positive change
As a counsellor, I am dedicated to empowering my clients to recognize and utilize their inner strengths and help them develop effective coping strategies. Through this process, individuals can gain a deeper insight into themselves and their experiences, leading to personal growth and positive change. This means that my counselling is not just about addressing immediate issues but about fostering long-term personal growth and positive change
![Photo of Manvir Bains, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f9de8390-8e19-46e6-bae5-1e1db9299000/3/320x400.jpeg)
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I acknowledge navigating life’s challenges alone can be overwhelming. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, facing a difficult life transition, or simply seeking personal growth. I am here to help you navigate these challenges and find solutions that meet your individual needs. I am here to walk alongside you and aid in providing new skills, insights, and building resiliency.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I acknowledge navigating life’s challenges alone can be overwhelming. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, facing a difficult life transition, or simply seeking personal growth. I am here to help you navigate these challenges and find solutions that meet your individual needs. I am here to walk alongside you and aid in providing new skills, insights, and building resiliency.
![Photo of Rebecca Schroeder, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49e4e8fb-12d7-43e6-bd26-31dfedd3d680/3/320x400.jpeg)
Finding a therapist you trust and feel safe with is foundational to successful counselling. As a therapist, I use compassion, experience, authenticity and insight create a space where you are safe to process your thoughts and feelings, strengths and struggles and to receive support for expressing, connecting with and honouring your deepest values and life goals. Being responsive to clients needs also requires therapeutic education, direction and curiosity. I value asking questions which support you in experiencing your own “ah ha” moments. I will work to help you put language to some of the challenges you have experienced.
Finding a therapist you trust and feel safe with is foundational to successful counselling. As a therapist, I use compassion, experience, authenticity and insight create a space where you are safe to process your thoughts and feelings, strengths and struggles and to receive support for expressing, connecting with and honouring your deepest values and life goals. Being responsive to clients needs also requires therapeutic education, direction and curiosity. I value asking questions which support you in experiencing your own “ah ha” moments. I will work to help you put language to some of the challenges you have experienced.
![Photo of Emily New, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ceeba06a-59b3-43fd-9c30-04f8bc469cfc/5/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, I'm Emily, a Registered Clinical Counsellor working with teens (13+) and adults. I’m dedicated to empowering individuals as they navigate the complexities of anxiety and related disorders like OCD and OCPD, or those feeling like their perfectionism is interfering with their quality of life. My passion is helping guide my clients towards living authentically, embracing their true selves, and aligning their actions with their core values, rather than seeking external validation, and succumbing to people-pleasing, or compulsive behaviors.
Hello, I'm Emily, a Registered Clinical Counsellor working with teens (13+) and adults. I’m dedicated to empowering individuals as they navigate the complexities of anxiety and related disorders like OCD and OCPD, or those feeling like their perfectionism is interfering with their quality of life. My passion is helping guide my clients towards living authentically, embracing their true selves, and aligning their actions with their core values, rather than seeking external validation, and succumbing to people-pleasing, or compulsive behaviors.
![Photo of Pavan Goraya, MCP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/105bb709-323b-433d-af9b-422b2219eb59/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a clinical counsellor, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals through their emotional challenges. My passion for helping people stems from a profound belief in the power of holistic healing. Growing up with immigrant parents, I’ve cultivated a unique understanding of cultural diversity, enabling me to create an open and inclusive space for individuals from various backgrounds. Throughout my career, I have focused on addressing complex issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My approach is rooted in empathy and a deep respect for each person’s unique journey.
As a clinical counsellor, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals through their emotional challenges. My passion for helping people stems from a profound belief in the power of holistic healing. Growing up with immigrant parents, I’ve cultivated a unique understanding of cultural diversity, enabling me to create an open and inclusive space for individuals from various backgrounds. Throughout my career, I have focused on addressing complex issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My approach is rooted in empathy and a deep respect for each person’s unique journey.
![Photo of Munny Sandhu, MA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eefacf41-9146-4fee-8d6a-6ce7c09ac53b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling exhausted or worn out from consistently putting others before yourself? Have these experiences led to heightened anxiety or lingering feelings of resentment? If so, I'm here to help. Together, we'll embark on a journey of reflection and exploration into your past experiences, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of your own needs. I'm committed to empowering you to set healthy boundaries, fostering a sense of safety within your own body.
Are you feeling exhausted or worn out from consistently putting others before yourself? Have these experiences led to heightened anxiety or lingering feelings of resentment? If so, I'm here to help. Together, we'll embark on a journey of reflection and exploration into your past experiences, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of your own needs. I'm committed to empowering you to set healthy boundaries, fostering a sense of safety within your own body.
![Photo of Dan Bue, BA, MA, RCC, Rev, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f99960e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
A registered counsellor since 1994, I have worked with a wide array of clients. I have done much work with marriages and relationships and have developed a system that generally makes a significant difference within 6 sessions. For six years, I worked as an elementary school counsellor, working with over 450 children for a wide variety of needs. For 20 years, I worked extensively with Level 3 foster children, mostly teens. I also served as a prison chaplain so am familiar with criminal justice issues and addictions. Because of the diversity of my experience, I can generally relate to most clients.
A registered counsellor since 1994, I have worked with a wide array of clients. I have done much work with marriages and relationships and have developed a system that generally makes a significant difference within 6 sessions. For six years, I worked as an elementary school counsellor, working with over 450 children for a wide variety of needs. For 20 years, I worked extensively with Level 3 foster children, mostly teens. I also served as a prison chaplain so am familiar with criminal justice issues and addictions. Because of the diversity of my experience, I can generally relate to most clients.
![Photo of Delphine Calinesco - Calinesco Counselling Services, RTC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/00f254da-f424-4a5c-8691-90b7fe437786/2/320x400.jpeg)
Calinesco Counselling Services
Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abbotsford, BC V3G (Online Only)
We all struggle sometimes - life is busy and the demands can feel overwhelming, leaving us feeling stressed, exhausted, and alone in our struggle. I've faced these challenges and my experience overcoming them led me to discover the passion I had for working with people. I found fulfillment and inspiration in hearing their stories, helping them discover their hidden or forgotten strengths, and in teaching them how to use those strengths to face their challenges.
We all struggle sometimes - life is busy and the demands can feel overwhelming, leaving us feeling stressed, exhausted, and alone in our struggle. I've faced these challenges and my experience overcoming them led me to discover the passion I had for working with people. I found fulfillment and inspiration in hearing their stories, helping them discover their hidden or forgotten strengths, and in teaching them how to use those strengths to face their challenges.
![Photo of Amanda Strider - Amanda Strider | Adult ADHD, Burnout, Self-Esteem, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ab571171-2639-43b6-a208-de1015365a53/1/320x400.jpeg)
Amanda Strider | Adult ADHD, Burnout, Self-Esteem
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abbotsford, BC V2T
Does it ever feel like no matter how hard you try, it's never good enough? Breaking free from perfectionism, stress, and burnout can seem overwhelming and impossible. Big life changes - like switching careers, ending a relationship, or moving into a new season of life - can leave you feeling like you're lost in a fog, searching for solid ground. The good news is, you're not alone. I'm here to walk alongside you, offering a safe and supportive space for exploration. We'll work together to cultivate self-compassion, uncover your strengths, and build resilience to help you navigate life's challenges with confidence.
Does it ever feel like no matter how hard you try, it's never good enough? Breaking free from perfectionism, stress, and burnout can seem overwhelming and impossible. Big life changes - like switching careers, ending a relationship, or moving into a new season of life - can leave you feeling like you're lost in a fog, searching for solid ground. The good news is, you're not alone. I'm here to walk alongside you, offering a safe and supportive space for exploration. We'll work together to cultivate self-compassion, uncover your strengths, and build resilience to help you navigate life's challenges with confidence.
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![Photo of Jas Hundal, RCC, RCSW, MSW, BSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05855113-77f7-462d-986b-52995c13c3b4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jas Hundal
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Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Abbotsford, BC V2S
I remember my first experience with a counselor…at first, I was overwhelmed, anxious, and a bit apprehensive. As I shared my story, my skepticism decreased and I was comforted by the thought that I was in control of my life. There are many challenges that can get in the way of healthy relationships with others and our own self, but you don't have to face these issues alone. I believe that a counselor is a guide in a clients journey of healing and self-awareness. My practice is rooted in a holistic approach and I utilize techniques that integrate physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual health. I speak Punjabi & English.
I remember my first experience with a counselor…at first, I was overwhelmed, anxious, and a bit apprehensive. As I shared my story, my skepticism decreased and I was comforted by the thought that I was in control of my life. There are many challenges that can get in the way of healthy relationships with others and our own self, but you don't have to face these issues alone. I believe that a counselor is a guide in a clients journey of healing and self-awareness. My practice is rooted in a holistic approach and I utilize techniques that integrate physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual health. I speak Punjabi & English.
![Photo of Justine Russo, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6f224b13-216f-434e-abee-0a104ba877f2/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am passionate about working with anyone who is experiencing challenges with parenthood, ADHD, anxiety or past trauma. I work with clients to help them feel lighter, more regulated, and more in control of their lives. This is your space and your time and I am here to help by providing a judgement free space and tools you can implement into your life between counselling sessions.
I am passionate about working with anyone who is experiencing challenges with parenthood, ADHD, anxiety or past trauma. I work with clients to help them feel lighter, more regulated, and more in control of their lives. This is your space and your time and I am here to help by providing a judgement free space and tools you can implement into your life between counselling sessions.
![Photo of Susan Doiron, MEd, CCC, EMDR, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e8eb9308-0d81-41f0-a4ce-0fbbfb26b76c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I am glad you found your way here. I am passionate about helping my clients cultivate more presence and empowerment in their lives and access their wisdom and capacity for growth and healing. Using a holistic, client centered and collaborative approach, I will help support you as you navigate difficult life experiences with care and compassion. I use a variety of proven techniques (one is EMDR) to help promote your healing and achieve your goals. My counselling experiences including treating depression and anxiety, trauma and recovery, grief counselling, stress reduction and life transitions.
Welcome! I am glad you found your way here. I am passionate about helping my clients cultivate more presence and empowerment in their lives and access their wisdom and capacity for growth and healing. Using a holistic, client centered and collaborative approach, I will help support you as you navigate difficult life experiences with care and compassion. I use a variety of proven techniques (one is EMDR) to help promote your healing and achieve your goals. My counselling experiences including treating depression and anxiety, trauma and recovery, grief counselling, stress reduction and life transitions.
![Photo of Jennifer C Leon, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7da655bd-041f-46ba-9e9d-37d7021867ce/1/320x400.jpeg)
I've been in practice for clinical counselling since 2010. Over the course of time, I have adopted a practical and evidence-based approach to clinical counselling. Some of my areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, inter-personal relationships, family of origin challenges, career/work and trauma. I have years of additional training under my belt but I've found that it comes down to the relationship between the counsellor and the client. In this case, it's what you know AND who you want in your corner. I enjoy working with a variety of clients, and most especially those who are ready to do the work to get the life the want!
I've been in practice for clinical counselling since 2010. Over the course of time, I have adopted a practical and evidence-based approach to clinical counselling. Some of my areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, inter-personal relationships, family of origin challenges, career/work and trauma. I have years of additional training under my belt but I've found that it comes down to the relationship between the counsellor and the client. In this case, it's what you know AND who you want in your corner. I enjoy working with a variety of clients, and most especially those who are ready to do the work to get the life the want!
![Photo of Anabelle Mendoza - Inspiring Change Counselling, RTC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8908e325-011a-4137-9867-b6f12bbdc924/1/320x400.jpeg)
Feeling stuck in a rut, unsure of your next move? Change is inevitable, often accompanied by fear and grief, steering our choices. Learning to navigate through it is crucial for finding harmony. Eventually, everyone encounters a crisis, whether internal or relational. Would finding a path to personal harmony matter to you?
Feeling stuck in a rut, unsure of your next move? Change is inevitable, often accompanied by fear and grief, steering our choices. Learning to navigate through it is crucial for finding harmony. Eventually, everyone encounters a crisis, whether internal or relational. Would finding a path to personal harmony matter to you?
![Photo of Whitney Regan, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3856407c-b536-46ed-b132-a6b09ec8bb59/3/320x400.jpeg)
My hope is to make you feel safe and connected as we work together. I prioritize showing up authentically so you can feel free to do the same. Within you exists a whole host of feelings, sensations, and wisdom. However, most of us have not been taught how to access these inner resources. As a result, we find ourselves disconnected from our bodies, experiencing anxiety or depression, and coming up with other creative ways to avoid or defend against thoughts and emotions that can feel intolerable. Much of our work together will be about slowing down to notice and experience emotions in a new and corrective way.
My hope is to make you feel safe and connected as we work together. I prioritize showing up authentically so you can feel free to do the same. Within you exists a whole host of feelings, sensations, and wisdom. However, most of us have not been taught how to access these inner resources. As a result, we find ourselves disconnected from our bodies, experiencing anxiety or depression, and coming up with other creative ways to avoid or defend against thoughts and emotions that can feel intolerable. Much of our work together will be about slowing down to notice and experience emotions in a new and corrective way.
![Photo of Lorraine Schembri, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/36a9f67e-ad88-48ab-99c2-5ec3dc89ba74/2/320x400.png)
Grounded in the values of transparency, humility, empathy and empowerment, my practice acknowledges that mental health injuries and difficulties are normal responses to certain situations and circumstances. Counselling experience in a university wellness centre, and in health authorities in Northern BC and Nova Scotia, has given me a strong background in working with depression, anxiety, panic, people-pleasing, various types of trauma, borderline personality and concerns common to post-secondary students including life transitions, academic demands and pressure to succeed.
Grounded in the values of transparency, humility, empathy and empowerment, my practice acknowledges that mental health injuries and difficulties are normal responses to certain situations and circumstances. Counselling experience in a university wellness centre, and in health authorities in Northern BC and Nova Scotia, has given me a strong background in working with depression, anxiety, panic, people-pleasing, various types of trauma, borderline personality and concerns common to post-secondary students including life transitions, academic demands and pressure to succeed.
![Photo of Devinder Dhaliwal, BSW, MSW, RSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b257254-9b37-49d6-b004-68eeb50ab4ea/2/320x400.jpeg)
Devinder Dhaliwal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, BC V2T
Are you struggling with addictions, anger, anxiety or relationship concerns that affects ability to function? Do you feel depressed or overwhelmed by the challenges happening in your life at the moment? Now more than ever people are feeling uncertain and overwhelmed about finding their place in life. I believe that everyone has the opportunity to improve their mental and emotional state with the right guidance. My aim is to provide you with the tools and strategies required to meet and then to exceed your personal and wellness goals.
Are you struggling with addictions, anger, anxiety or relationship concerns that affects ability to function? Do you feel depressed or overwhelmed by the challenges happening in your life at the moment? Now more than ever people are feeling uncertain and overwhelmed about finding their place in life. I believe that everyone has the opportunity to improve their mental and emotional state with the right guidance. My aim is to provide you with the tools and strategies required to meet and then to exceed your personal and wellness goals.
![Photo of Kara Phelan, MAMFT, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35aa895b-41b2-4fe1-93df-8b16f4e1e468/1/320x400.jpeg)
I understand that at times of struggle it can sometimes be difficult to know where to go, or who to talk to, and yet finding a therapist that feels like the best fit for you is so important. I work with clients who are struggling to show up as their authentic selves in every area of their lives. Together we'll discover who you are and where you want to be, as well as what's getting in the way. If you are currently dealing with relational difficulties, life transitions, self-doubt, anxiety, trauma impacts, spiritual formation issues, or just need somewhere safe to process, it would be my sincerest privilege to join you where you are.
I understand that at times of struggle it can sometimes be difficult to know where to go, or who to talk to, and yet finding a therapist that feels like the best fit for you is so important. I work with clients who are struggling to show up as their authentic selves in every area of their lives. Together we'll discover who you are and where you want to be, as well as what's getting in the way. If you are currently dealing with relational difficulties, life transitions, self-doubt, anxiety, trauma impacts, spiritual formation issues, or just need somewhere safe to process, it would be my sincerest privilege to join you where you are.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Abbotsford, BC
200+
Average cost per session
$140
Counsellors in Abbotsford, BC who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
80% | Self Esteem |
79% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Stress |
72% | Grief |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
47% | CVAP | Crime Victim |
43% | Insurance Corporation of British Columbia |
42% | Green Shield Canada |
How Counsellors in Abbotsford, BC see their clients
82% | In Person and Online | |
18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Abbotsford?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.