Therapists in Calgary, AB
Miranda Desrochers
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
Not accepting new clients
Are you looking for a warm, compassionate, and playful psychologist to work with your child or yourself? I’m Miranda, a Registered Psychologist who specializes in assessment and counselling with children, teens, and families. I provide an integrative and holistic approach and am committed to offering clients an effective and meaningful therapeutic experience. I believe that all children and families have the desire and ability to move toward healthy functioning. Using evidence-based practice and a warm and supportive therapeutic relationship, I am honoured to guide this process for the families I see.
Are you looking for a warm, compassionate, and playful psychologist to work with your child or yourself? I’m Miranda, a Registered Psychologist who specializes in assessment and counselling with children, teens, and families. I provide an integrative and holistic approach and am committed to offering clients an effective and meaningful therapeutic experience. I believe that all children and families have the desire and ability to move toward healthy functioning. Using evidence-based practice and a warm and supportive therapeutic relationship, I am honoured to guide this process for the families I see.
Braelyn Bishop: Anxiety Depression Stress
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2J
I work collaboratively with my clients to help them live healthy and fulfilling lives according to their personal values and strengths. I take the role of a supportive, encouraging guide and invite my clients into a space of authenticity and vulnerability. I offer my knowledge and training, but you are the expert of your own experience. Together we find opportunities to move toward change and growth in the areas that are important to you.
I work collaboratively with my clients to help them live healthy and fulfilling lives according to their personal values and strengths. I take the role of a supportive, encouraging guide and invite my clients into a space of authenticity and vulnerability. I offer my knowledge and training, but you are the expert of your own experience. Together we find opportunities to move toward change and growth in the areas that are important to you.
Sharon Carlton, Registered Psychologist
Psychologist, MSc, Reg, Psych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3A
I am a Registered Psychologist who offers prompt, comprehensive, effective therapy that works! I help children, teens, couples and families to feel better quickly, to meet their goals, and to create more satisfying lives. Therapy is teamwork. We'll work together to build upon the strengths you already possess and to learn the skills and strategies necessary to make meaningful and lasting changes. You've already taken the first step along the pathway to greater health and happiness. Are you ready to let go of frustration, discover empowerment and motivation, and experience true transformation? Find out more at sharoncarlton.ca.
I am a Registered Psychologist who offers prompt, comprehensive, effective therapy that works! I help children, teens, couples and families to feel better quickly, to meet their goals, and to create more satisfying lives. Therapy is teamwork. We'll work together to build upon the strengths you already possess and to learn the skills and strategies necessary to make meaningful and lasting changes. You've already taken the first step along the pathway to greater health and happiness. Are you ready to let go of frustration, discover empowerment and motivation, and experience true transformation? Find out more at sharoncarlton.ca.
Sometimes life presents us with difficulties that are tough to manage on our own. With me you you will have the space to express who you are & be accepted. Seriously...No filter needed. :) I am a Tool Box Girl...We work collaboratively to discover your hidden strengths using Solution Focused & (CBT) methods. I also LOVE the brain & share the neurobiology of why we do what we do. My goal is to provide an accepting, laid back, comfortable space where you can unpack, process, learn & discover all that is meant for you moving forward. Book Online by searching Claritycounselling2Janeapp.com. I'm so excited to connect with you!
Sometimes life presents us with difficulties that are tough to manage on our own. With me you you will have the space to express who you are & be accepted. Seriously...No filter needed. :) I am a Tool Box Girl...We work collaboratively to discover your hidden strengths using Solution Focused & (CBT) methods. I also LOVE the brain & share the neurobiology of why we do what we do. My goal is to provide an accepting, laid back, comfortable space where you can unpack, process, learn & discover all that is meant for you moving forward. Book Online by searching Claritycounselling2Janeapp.com. I'm so excited to connect with you!
I am dedicated to helping clients enhance wellness and overcome life's challenges. I have had experience working with diverse clientele including children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of concerns or issues. My goal is to help clients develop insight and strategies to make meaningful change in their lives. I use a strength-based approach and research supported therapies to help clients live healthier, happier lives.
I am dedicated to helping clients enhance wellness and overcome life's challenges. I have had experience working with diverse clientele including children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of concerns or issues. My goal is to help clients develop insight and strategies to make meaningful change in their lives. I use a strength-based approach and research supported therapies to help clients live healthier, happier lives.
Frances Bucknor
Counsellor, BA Hons, SAC Dip, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3B
Not accepting new clients
I wholeheartedly believe that one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Exploring the whys, the hows and those pesky what if’s positions you to know more about how to care for and love the most important person in your life…YOU.
I wholeheartedly believe that one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Exploring the whys, the hows and those pesky what if’s positions you to know more about how to care for and love the most important person in your life…YOU.
When it comes to living, life can be full of stressors, disappointments, changes, challenges and losses that can cause a range of emotional, mental and physical responses. In therapy, I take the approach that all experiences, both internal and external, can create opportunity for growth, fulfillment and greater meaning. Counselling services can range from short-term solution focus treatment to longer-term therapy/analysis. The treatment plan will depend on your individual needs, the preferred outcome, your ability/willingness to access services and ultimately, the best course of treatment for your unique situation.
When it comes to living, life can be full of stressors, disappointments, changes, challenges and losses that can cause a range of emotional, mental and physical responses. In therapy, I take the approach that all experiences, both internal and external, can create opportunity for growth, fulfillment and greater meaning. Counselling services can range from short-term solution focus treatment to longer-term therapy/analysis. The treatment plan will depend on your individual needs, the preferred outcome, your ability/willingness to access services and ultimately, the best course of treatment for your unique situation.
Katharine Heimbigner-Tenor
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2W
Are long term difficulties due to complex and traumatic experiences (often from childhood) making life challenging for you and/or your relationships? Is there an unexplored grief that accompanies these experiences? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression. PTSD, personality disorder (eg., BDP), chronic pain/illness or have dissociation? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, autism, gifted) or suspect you are? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions you are like many of my clients. I offer individual and couples counselling and formal adult psychoeducational, neurodiversity and trauma assessments.
Are long term difficulties due to complex and traumatic experiences (often from childhood) making life challenging for you and/or your relationships? Is there an unexplored grief that accompanies these experiences? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression. PTSD, personality disorder (eg., BDP), chronic pain/illness or have dissociation? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, autism, gifted) or suspect you are? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions you are like many of my clients. I offer individual and couples counselling and formal adult psychoeducational, neurodiversity and trauma assessments.
Has life stress become too much? Do you feel like you are just surviving each day? You are not alone. Anxiety and mood issues can manifest in many forms, including low energy, irritability, anger, and more. Identifying and coping with the core issues can lead to better every day functioning and even gaining enjoyment out of life. How is your teen doing with not only school and peer pressure, but also the added stress of COVID-19 and isolation? Working with adolescents is a special area of interest of mine and I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, bullying, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
Has life stress become too much? Do you feel like you are just surviving each day? You are not alone. Anxiety and mood issues can manifest in many forms, including low energy, irritability, anger, and more. Identifying and coping with the core issues can lead to better every day functioning and even gaining enjoyment out of life. How is your teen doing with not only school and peer pressure, but also the added stress of COVID-19 and isolation? Working with adolescents is a special area of interest of mine and I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, bullying, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
You are an intelligent, sophisticated, and open-minded individual who is an expert on who you are. You recognize the need to talk to someone and share your troubles, thoughts, and feelings with them. You may be searching for acceptance, understanding, or the undivided attention that both listening and therapy provides. You may need the reassurance that what you have to share is going to be heard and received without judgment. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, angry, stressed, grief, frustrated, or just need to hear another perspective, the assurance that you are not alone in your thoughts, can help ease the anguish.
You are an intelligent, sophisticated, and open-minded individual who is an expert on who you are. You recognize the need to talk to someone and share your troubles, thoughts, and feelings with them. You may be searching for acceptance, understanding, or the undivided attention that both listening and therapy provides. You may need the reassurance that what you have to share is going to be heard and received without judgment. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, angry, stressed, grief, frustrated, or just need to hear another perspective, the assurance that you are not alone in your thoughts, can help ease the anguish.
Edia Emamyar
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2V (Online Only)
Hi there! I am currently a Masters level intern student, completing my internship as a Resident Therapy at Alli Therapy, a virtual platform. I work with a diverse population of individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and other mental health disorders. I specialize in cultural identity and trauma stemming from early life experiences. Acknowledging that you may be struggling with your mental health is a brave first step. You are here to embark on a journey towards becoming the best version of yourself. The focus is on helping you understand that the problem is not you; the problem is the problem itself.
Hi there! I am currently a Masters level intern student, completing my internship as a Resident Therapy at Alli Therapy, a virtual platform. I work with a diverse population of individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and other mental health disorders. I specialize in cultural identity and trauma stemming from early life experiences. Acknowledging that you may be struggling with your mental health is a brave first step. You are here to embark on a journey towards becoming the best version of yourself. The focus is on helping you understand that the problem is not you; the problem is the problem itself.
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People seek out therapeutic support for a lot of different reasons, and over the past 15 years I’ve worked in a lot of different areas including addiction and mental health, illness adjustment, life transitions, and family systems under stress. More recently, I’ve developed practice interests in supporting recovery from relational trauma, including the fallout from unmet childhood needs, antagonistic relationships, narcissistic abuse, toxic workplaces, bullying, betrayal, etc.
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Simply Counselling Services wants to support you. As you search for solutions in your life, we offer the right support to make it simple. Through a strong working relationship, you will feel empowered to discover the solutions in your life that you are seeking. With a strong background in working with adolescents, families and couples, Simply Counselling Services offers a safe environment to begin your simplified journey. You have made the decision to discover the solutions in your life, simplify it with us.
Simply Counselling Services wants to support you. As you search for solutions in your life, we offer the right support to make it simple. Through a strong working relationship, you will feel empowered to discover the solutions in your life that you are seeking. With a strong background in working with adolescents, families and couples, Simply Counselling Services offers a safe environment to begin your simplified journey. You have made the decision to discover the solutions in your life, simplify it with us.
My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, trauma, complex-PTSD, dissociation, panic attacks, obsessive- compulsive disorder, parenting, relationship difficulties, couple and family issues, anger management, disordered eating, postpartum depression, managing emotions, addictions, sleeping issues, self-esteem, body image, nightmares, and others. I work with youth, adults, couples and families. I provide services in English and Arabic languages.
My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, trauma, complex-PTSD, dissociation, panic attacks, obsessive- compulsive disorder, parenting, relationship difficulties, couple and family issues, anger management, disordered eating, postpartum depression, managing emotions, addictions, sleeping issues, self-esteem, body image, nightmares, and others. I work with youth, adults, couples and families. I provide services in English and Arabic languages.
I am a licensed psychologist with experience in providing expert psychological assessments and therapy services in the context of family law cases in Alberta. I am dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the emotional challenges often associated with divorce, parenting disputes, and other family law matters. At this time I conduct Practice Note 7 interventions and as well Mediation and Parenting Coordination. In addition, I have extensive training in Trauma Therapy (EMDR, ART, PE) and have many years of experience working with a wide variety of first responders.
I am a licensed psychologist with experience in providing expert psychological assessments and therapy services in the context of family law cases in Alberta. I am dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the emotional challenges often associated with divorce, parenting disputes, and other family law matters. At this time I conduct Practice Note 7 interventions and as well Mediation and Parenting Coordination. In addition, I have extensive training in Trauma Therapy (EMDR, ART, PE) and have many years of experience working with a wide variety of first responders.
Relationships often face challenges like trust issues, communication breakdowns, and a lack of intimacy. Partners want to feel heard, understood, and cherished, yearning for a relationship filled with trust, passion, and unwavering connection. My mission is to empower you to transform your relationship challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. With over a decade of experience, I've helped couples reconnect, deepen their understanding, and reignite the spark that brought them together. Working as your guide, I'll lead you to a pathway of renewed trust, enriched communication, and a love that deepens with time
Relationships often face challenges like trust issues, communication breakdowns, and a lack of intimacy. Partners want to feel heard, understood, and cherished, yearning for a relationship filled with trust, passion, and unwavering connection. My mission is to empower you to transform your relationship challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. With over a decade of experience, I've helped couples reconnect, deepen their understanding, and reignite the spark that brought them together. Working as your guide, I'll lead you to a pathway of renewed trust, enriched communication, and a love that deepens with time
Karalee Colmer
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3B (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe in meeting clients where they are at in their healing journey and provide support and understanding through a trauma-informed lens. My approach is largely client-centered, compassion-focused, and strength-based. I am committed to creating a safe and collaborative space for clients to develop their self-awareness and be supported in reaching their therapeutic goals.
I believe in meeting clients where they are at in their healing journey and provide support and understanding through a trauma-informed lens. My approach is largely client-centered, compassion-focused, and strength-based. I am committed to creating a safe and collaborative space for clients to develop their self-awareness and be supported in reaching their therapeutic goals.
In my practice, I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and chronic symptoms. I focus on using mind-body approaches to support people in regulating their nervous system, approaching their emotions with a sense of safety, becoming embodied, and living life with passion. Many mental and physical health concerns are due to a dysregulated nervous system, so to heal we need to build a relationship with our nervous system using top-down and bottom-up approaches to self-regulate.
In my practice, I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and chronic symptoms. I focus on using mind-body approaches to support people in regulating their nervous system, approaching their emotions with a sense of safety, becoming embodied, and living life with passion. Many mental and physical health concerns are due to a dysregulated nervous system, so to heal we need to build a relationship with our nervous system using top-down and bottom-up approaches to self-regulate.
Kirsten Setso
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2P
Seeking therapy can be scary, daunting, and even promote anxiety in itself! Facing our unknown or dark corners is hard, however, together I believe we can ease the journey. I offer a warm, nonjudgemental space, a compassionate and understanding ear, where together we can open possibilities to a more meaningful life. Whether it's personal growth including developmental/transitional stages, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, together we can find and bring about meaningful change.
Seeking therapy can be scary, daunting, and even promote anxiety in itself! Facing our unknown or dark corners is hard, however, together I believe we can ease the journey. I offer a warm, nonjudgemental space, a compassionate and understanding ear, where together we can open possibilities to a more meaningful life. Whether it's personal growth including developmental/transitional stages, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, together we can find and bring about meaningful change.
Tracy Fields ~ Highly Sensitive People Empaths
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
I offer counselling to people that are highly sensitive and highly empathic. Many of my clients are intuitive and seem to know things and see things that others aren't aware of. This often leaves them feeling out of place, isolated, and unsure if they can trust themselves. A common issue is being in relationships where you over give but are told you are not doing enough. This can lead to overthinking, overanalyzing, anxiety, depression, and low-self esteem. You might know what you want to do, what you want to say but get stuck because of the worry of hurting the other person's feelings.
I offer counselling to people that are highly sensitive and highly empathic. Many of my clients are intuitive and seem to know things and see things that others aren't aware of. This often leaves them feeling out of place, isolated, and unsure if they can trust themselves. A common issue is being in relationships where you over give but are told you are not doing enough. This can lead to overthinking, overanalyzing, anxiety, depression, and low-self esteem. You might know what you want to do, what you want to say but get stuck because of the worry of hurting the other person's feelings.
Are you struggling or feeling stuck? I am a psychologist with over 25 years experience working with a wide variety of clients. Currently, I work primarily with adults who are experiencing chronic pain, adjustment to illness or life transitions, anxiety, stress, insomnia, and burn-out. I consider therapy an active, collaborative process requiring a compassionate and nuanced approach. I appreciate that each individual's process is unique and together we will work to help you move toward more fully living the life you desire.
Are you struggling or feeling stuck? I am a psychologist with over 25 years experience working with a wide variety of clients. Currently, I work primarily with adults who are experiencing chronic pain, adjustment to illness or life transitions, anxiety, stress, insomnia, and burn-out. I consider therapy an active, collaborative process requiring a compassionate and nuanced approach. I appreciate that each individual's process is unique and together we will work to help you move toward more fully living the life you desire.
Have you noticed changes to your mental health at different points in your menstrual cycle? Maybe you experience depression, rage or emotional dysregulation during the pre-menstrual time. You might be someone who is diagnosed with a specific hormonally related mental health concern such as severe PMS or PMDD. You could be someone who suffers from menstrual pain from conditions such as endometriosis, PCOS, menstrual migraines etc. Or maybe you're entering into perimenopause or menopause and are struggling with changes to your mental health. My practice is specialized in working with the menstrual cycle to support mental health.
Have you noticed changes to your mental health at different points in your menstrual cycle? Maybe you experience depression, rage or emotional dysregulation during the pre-menstrual time. You might be someone who is diagnosed with a specific hormonally related mental health concern such as severe PMS or PMDD. You could be someone who suffers from menstrual pain from conditions such as endometriosis, PCOS, menstrual migraines etc. Or maybe you're entering into perimenopause or menopause and are struggling with changes to your mental health. My practice is specialized in working with the menstrual cycle to support mental health.
Amy Patterson
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2P
Waitlist for new clients
I am a neurodivergent psychologist and specialize in working with neurodivergent children and adults. I am committed to providing ethical, empowering, and well-informed counselling that values lived experience. My ideal clients are seeking a psychologist who is authentic, non-judgmental, and committed to upholding the rights of all people. It is a privilege to witness the innovative thinking, tenacity, and awareness that my clients bring to sessions. I utilize my expertise to join in the fight for understanding, support, and acceptance because so often, it's the world around us that needs to do better.
I am a neurodivergent psychologist and specialize in working with neurodivergent children and adults. I am committed to providing ethical, empowering, and well-informed counselling that values lived experience. My ideal clients are seeking a psychologist who is authentic, non-judgmental, and committed to upholding the rights of all people. It is a privilege to witness the innovative thinking, tenacity, and awareness that my clients bring to sessions. I utilize my expertise to join in the fight for understanding, support, and acceptance because so often, it's the world around us that needs to do better.
I have over 20 years experience helping people accomplish their goals in regards to mental wellness. I help individuals, couples and families using research based methods and can incorporate faith/spirituality into treatment if requested. I find treatment plans and interventions are best when they are tailored to match client’s individual needs. Since a strong therapeutic relationship is key, I help clients explore strengths while empowering them to work towards growth and outcomes. Although our past can influence our present, it does not dictate the future.
I have over 20 years experience helping people accomplish their goals in regards to mental wellness. I help individuals, couples and families using research based methods and can incorporate faith/spirituality into treatment if requested. I find treatment plans and interventions are best when they are tailored to match client’s individual needs. Since a strong therapeutic relationship is key, I help clients explore strengths while empowering them to work towards growth and outcomes. Although our past can influence our present, it does not dictate the future.
UpSide Psychotherapy, Counselling & Mental Health
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2M
UpSide Psychotherapy, Counselling, & Mental Health Services specializes in individual counselling for adults, family therapy/family-based counselling, counselling for children and youth, as well as play therapy for those young people and families affected by mental health difficulties, and related struggles with school, work and relationships. We also offer couple/marital counselling and support for parents/caregivers. UpSide also offers clinical supervision, consultation and training.
UpSide Psychotherapy, Counselling, & Mental Health Services specializes in individual counselling for adults, family therapy/family-based counselling, counselling for children and youth, as well as play therapy for those young people and families affected by mental health difficulties, and related struggles with school, work and relationships. We also offer couple/marital counselling and support for parents/caregivers. UpSide also offers clinical supervision, consultation and training.
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Number of Counsellors in Calgary, AB
2,000+
Average cost per session
$200
Counsellors in Calgary, AB who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
81% | Self Esteem |
80% | Stress |
77% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Coping Skills |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
64% | Green Shield Canada |
62% | Alberta Blue Cross |
54% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
How Counsellors in Calgary, AB see their clients
81% | In Person and Online | |
19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Calgary?
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.