Therapists in Athens, ON
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I believe that we are all capable of making positive changes in our lives. My role as a therapist is to facilitate that process through warmth, understanding, and insight to help you see things in a new way. We can work together to identify meaningful and attainable goals, improve relationships and connection, develop confidence and self-esteem, and lessen feelings of sadness, anger, loneliness and hurt. After all, the more we understand about our experiences, feelings, motivations, and needs, the more we can make deliberate choices about how we want to live.
I believe that we are all capable of making positive changes in our lives. My role as a therapist is to facilitate that process through warmth, understanding, and insight to help you see things in a new way. We can work together to identify meaningful and attainable goals, improve relationships and connection, develop confidence and self-esteem, and lessen feelings of sadness, anger, loneliness and hurt. After all, the more we understand about our experiences, feelings, motivations, and needs, the more we can make deliberate choices about how we want to live.
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Prescott, ON K0E (Online Only)
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
Natasha Penny
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, TITC-CT, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Prescott, ON K0E
I offer a safe space for clients to explore emotions and challenges openly, using CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. I welcome diverse clients including military, indigenous, LGBTQ2S+, and students, aiming to minimize barriers to growth. My approach focuses on empowering individuals to navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, or personal development, fostering resilience and authenticity in their journey towards emotional healing and well-being.
I offer a safe space for clients to explore emotions and challenges openly, using CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. I welcome diverse clients including military, indigenous, LGBTQ2S+, and students, aiming to minimize barriers to growth. My approach focuses on empowering individuals to navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, or personal development, fostering resilience and authenticity in their journey towards emotional healing and well-being.
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Welcome! My name is Katelyn. I am committed to supporting you on your path to well-being. I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can work through your challenges, gain insights, and discover your inner strengths. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, whether you're navigating anxiety, low moods, relationship issues, life transitions, or simply seeking personal growth. Together, we'll work towards clarity, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself.
Welcome! My name is Katelyn. I am committed to supporting you on your path to well-being. I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can work through your challenges, gain insights, and discover your inner strengths. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, whether you're navigating anxiety, low moods, relationship issues, life transitions, or simply seeking personal growth. Together, we'll work towards clarity, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself.
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At Release Counselling Services, we are dedicated to providing compassionate counselling services to individuals and couples. Our goal is to empower our clients to achieve their personal goals and to improve their overall quality of life. Our services include; couples counselling, individual counselling, kickboxing/counselling combined, walk and talks, in office and in home counselling for those that may not be able to leave home.
At Release Counselling Services, we are dedicated to providing compassionate counselling services to individuals and couples. Our goal is to empower our clients to achieve their personal goals and to improve their overall quality of life. Our services include; couples counselling, individual counselling, kickboxing/counselling combined, walk and talks, in office and in home counselling for those that may not be able to leave home.
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Kathryn Irene Thompson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BA, BST
Verified Verified
Seeleys Bay, ON K0H
Currently Full. After two decades of working with individuals who have faced developmental, as a trauma therapist, I understand that the impact of invalidation, abuse, and neglect can profoundly affect your well-being and your ability to connect with others. You may be surprised at the tools you are already using; together, we will uncover them and use those existing tools to get you closer to who you want to be and where you want to be in your life. I am here to help you explore these challenges and find solutions. I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches, including narrative therapy, behavioral therapy, and somatic techniques.
Currently Full. After two decades of working with individuals who have faced developmental, as a trauma therapist, I understand that the impact of invalidation, abuse, and neglect can profoundly affect your well-being and your ability to connect with others. You may be surprised at the tools you are already using; together, we will uncover them and use those existing tools to get you closer to who you want to be and where you want to be in your life. I am here to help you explore these challenges and find solutions. I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches, including narrative therapy, behavioral therapy, and somatic techniques.
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Courtney James Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prescott, ON K0E
We specialize in EMDR, trauma treatment, perinatal mental health and relational difficulties. We offer in-person and virtual therapy sessions to support you; your ability to feel safe and connected is our main priority.
We specialize in EMDR, trauma treatment, perinatal mental health and relational difficulties. We offer in-person and virtual therapy sessions to support you; your ability to feel safe and connected is our main priority.
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I started Anik Whyte Supports to ensure a responsive, supportive and welcoming service for you. I understand that life can hit us hard which impacts how we cope, feel, engage with others and even parent. Trauma healing, surviving crisis, coping strategies, relationships and parenting are all aspects that I can help you with. I also can travel to you (within 40 mins of Kemptville, ON) to help break down the barriers of rural support.
I started Anik Whyte Supports to ensure a responsive, supportive and welcoming service for you. I understand that life can hit us hard which impacts how we cope, feel, engage with others and even parent. Trauma healing, surviving crisis, coping strategies, relationships and parenting are all aspects that I can help you with. I also can travel to you (within 40 mins of Kemptville, ON) to help break down the barriers of rural support.
Online Therapists
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Anxiety Therapy for Women - Giorgia Patistas
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K0A
Accepting New Clients! As someone who has been to counselling myself, I understand how important it is to find someone you can truly open up to. Life can throw a lot at you, from daily stressors to major events that leave you feeling lost. Whatever you're facing, big or small, I'm here for you. Let's team up and turn those challenges into opportunities for growth. Together, we can pave your path to a more peaceful and confident life. You don't have to face your problems alone.
Accepting New Clients! As someone who has been to counselling myself, I understand how important it is to find someone you can truly open up to. Life can throw a lot at you, from daily stressors to major events that leave you feeling lost. Whatever you're facing, big or small, I'm here for you. Let's team up and turn those challenges into opportunities for growth. Together, we can pave your path to a more peaceful and confident life. You don't have to face your problems alone.
![Photo of Charlotte Londry, MA, RP, Registered Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b738eb6-86ae-4319-9ebc-c8e78b336d65/2/320x400.jpeg)
Everyone has unique challenges and needs; however, we all share the same need to feel heard, understood and supported. Simply put, when we are authentically seen and heard, the way in which we navigate our lives and its challenges improves. It is important to me that I meet all clients with genuine empathy, honesty, and acceptance. I enjoy working from a strengths-based, positive therapeutic approach, and I believe that as the client, you are the expert of your own experience. My aim is to offer non-judgmental and open-minded insight and assistance in exploring the varying concerns you may bring to counselling.
Everyone has unique challenges and needs; however, we all share the same need to feel heard, understood and supported. Simply put, when we are authentically seen and heard, the way in which we navigate our lives and its challenges improves. It is important to me that I meet all clients with genuine empathy, honesty, and acceptance. I enjoy working from a strengths-based, positive therapeutic approach, and I believe that as the client, you are the expert of your own experience. My aim is to offer non-judgmental and open-minded insight and assistance in exploring the varying concerns you may bring to counselling.
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Mehana Heins
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stittsville, ON K2S
I offer a safe, respectful, trusting, and collaborative approach to therapy. I am open minded, approachable, and genuine. My goal is to assist clients begin their journey towards healing, fulfillment, and happiness, by working with them to identify choices they can make in their own lives to reach their personal goals
I offer a safe, respectful, trusting, and collaborative approach to therapy. I am open minded, approachable, and genuine. My goal is to assist clients begin their journey towards healing, fulfillment, and happiness, by working with them to identify choices they can make in their own lives to reach their personal goals
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Erin Orsztynova, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Picton, ON K0K
Waitlist for new clients
I work predominantly with individuals who suffer from the effects of abuse and trauma, especially in childhood, and are ready to take steps on their therapeutic journey. I work with those who suffer from anxiety, low self-esteem, lack of sense of self, complex trauma, eating disorders, chronic relationship issues, sexual abuse and trauma, adult children of alcoholics, and BPD.
I work predominantly with individuals who suffer from the effects of abuse and trauma, especially in childhood, and are ready to take steps on their therapeutic journey. I work with those who suffer from anxiety, low self-esteem, lack of sense of self, complex trauma, eating disorders, chronic relationship issues, sexual abuse and trauma, adult children of alcoholics, and BPD.
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Lisa Robinson-Rogers
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2C
While this may not resonate with you yet, I know that you are worthy and deserving of support. I believe that each person is valuable and has a story to tell, given their own unique set of values, beliefs, and experiences. By creating an atmosphere of trust, understanding, and acceptance, I strive to empower individuals to take control of their own life journey. I am passionate about helping those in need discover their own way to emotional wellness.
While this may not resonate with you yet, I know that you are worthy and deserving of support. I believe that each person is valuable and has a story to tell, given their own unique set of values, beliefs, and experiences. By creating an atmosphere of trust, understanding, and acceptance, I strive to empower individuals to take control of their own life journey. I am passionate about helping those in need discover their own way to emotional wellness.
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Healing Steps Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A
Have you worked hard to change the way you think and yet struggle to change the way you feel? I may be able to help you. I am an RP in fully independent practice, and I believe that holistic, meaningful and lasting change can occur when we weave our body and our mind's voices and experiences into the narrative of who we are and who we aspire to be. If you have ever listened to your "gut" instinct, soothed yourself using breath or felt the urge to move to a favourite song, you have experienced the benefit of the mind-body connection! Together, we will deepen this connection therapeutically to encourage relief, change and growth.
Have you worked hard to change the way you think and yet struggle to change the way you feel? I may be able to help you. I am an RP in fully independent practice, and I believe that holistic, meaningful and lasting change can occur when we weave our body and our mind's voices and experiences into the narrative of who we are and who we aspire to be. If you have ever listened to your "gut" instinct, soothed yourself using breath or felt the urge to move to a favourite song, you have experienced the benefit of the mind-body connection! Together, we will deepen this connection therapeutically to encourage relief, change and growth.
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Are you struggling with anxiety in the form of worrying, intrusive thoughts, or maybe other uncomfortable experiences such as panic? Perhaps you have experienced a traumatic situation at work or in your personal life that continues to impact your life months or years down the line. These experiences can take us away from living lives consistent with our vision or values. Change can be difficult, yet very rewarding. I have 8 years of experience guiding individuals in their wellness journeys toward improved clarity and alignment with their values and goals.
Are you struggling with anxiety in the form of worrying, intrusive thoughts, or maybe other uncomfortable experiences such as panic? Perhaps you have experienced a traumatic situation at work or in your personal life that continues to impact your life months or years down the line. These experiences can take us away from living lives consistent with our vision or values. Change can be difficult, yet very rewarding. I have 8 years of experience guiding individuals in their wellness journeys toward improved clarity and alignment with their values and goals.
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Nikki Clarke
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2S (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Psychotherapist who works with adolescents (18 and older), adults and seniors in a safe and supportive environment to help with the treatment of depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, identity, problems adjusting to life situations, career decision making and stress management. I am collaborative in my approach and work with clients to help increase awareness, gain insight and translate the new insight into moving forward in different ways. In addition, I focus on helping clients identify and build on existing strengths and develop resilience.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist who works with adolescents (18 and older), adults and seniors in a safe and supportive environment to help with the treatment of depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, identity, problems adjusting to life situations, career decision making and stress management. I am collaborative in my approach and work with clients to help increase awareness, gain insight and translate the new insight into moving forward in different ways. In addition, I focus on helping clients identify and build on existing strengths and develop resilience.
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Welcome! I specialize in supporting children and youth, though I am open to working with adults as well. My expertise covers a range of issues, including self-esteem, confidence, emotional regulation, school difficulties, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, family conflict, peer relationships, parenting challenges, and communication hurdles.
Welcome! I specialize in supporting children and youth, though I am open to working with adults as well. My expertise covers a range of issues, including self-esteem, confidence, emotional regulation, school difficulties, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, family conflict, peer relationships, parenting challenges, and communication hurdles.
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Brown Counselling - Heidi Boulard
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K1C
Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a group of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools to help you navigate though life's ups and downs. I have a passion for helping people overcome their struggles, and succeed in any - and every - aspect of their life. My goal is to ensure that each individual feels comfortable and supported throughout their therapeutic experience, while working collaboratively to heal, and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a group of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools to help you navigate though life's ups and downs. I have a passion for helping people overcome their struggles, and succeed in any - and every - aspect of their life. My goal is to ensure that each individual feels comfortable and supported throughout their therapeutic experience, while working collaboratively to heal, and achieve their therapeutic goals.
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Joanna Whitney
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockville, ON K6V (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Your life has not turned out like you'd imagined. Having children was an inevitable, unquestioned part of your plan. Perhaps you've been trying for years and are now grappling with the idea of ending the TTC journey without a baby. Maybe you never got the chance to try because of life circumstances or health. Perhaps you've been dealing with the profound grief that comes with miscarriage or perinatal loss. This new reality likely seems impossible to believe, let alone accept. It is difficult to figure out how to move forward and if a life of meaning without children is possible.
Your life has not turned out like you'd imagined. Having children was an inevitable, unquestioned part of your plan. Perhaps you've been trying for years and are now grappling with the idea of ending the TTC journey without a baby. Maybe you never got the chance to try because of life circumstances or health. Perhaps you've been dealing with the profound grief that comes with miscarriage or perinatal loss. This new reality likely seems impossible to believe, let alone accept. It is difficult to figure out how to move forward and if a life of meaning without children is possible.
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Julie Ketel
Registered Psychotherapist, MCAT, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1H
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Psychotherapist, Julie works primarily with teens and adults. She supports clients in navigating a variety of challenges, of which include anxiety, trauma, suicide ideation, self-harm, relational conflict, grief, and low self-worth.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, Julie works primarily with teens and adults. She supports clients in navigating a variety of challenges, of which include anxiety, trauma, suicide ideation, self-harm, relational conflict, grief, and low self-worth.
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Adrienne E Benson
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC, RYT
Verified Verified
Manotick, ON K4M (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist focusing on the treatment of: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem and interpersonal relationship concerns. I offer appointments for individual therapy through a secure/PHIPA compliant video chat system. I offer a supportive, collaborative and professional environment for individuals to work toward and achieve their goals.
I am a psychotherapist focusing on the treatment of: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem and interpersonal relationship concerns. I offer appointments for individual therapy through a secure/PHIPA compliant video chat system. I offer a supportive, collaborative and professional environment for individuals to work toward and achieve their goals.
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Psychotherapy is the exploration of the self through an empathic, genuine, and accepting relationship with the therapist. The process involves exploring the psyche and gaining insight into the psychological and relational symptoms that are contributing to your presenting problem. I will draw from psychoanalytic, object- relations and cognitive behavioural approaches to facilitate inner growth and skills building. I welcome the opportunity to be part of your journey. My availabilities include evenings and weekends.
Psychotherapy is the exploration of the self through an empathic, genuine, and accepting relationship with the therapist. The process involves exploring the psyche and gaining insight into the psychological and relational symptoms that are contributing to your presenting problem. I will draw from psychoanalytic, object- relations and cognitive behavioural approaches to facilitate inner growth and skills building. I welcome the opportunity to be part of your journey. My availabilities include evenings and weekends.
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Mind Up Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingston, ON K7P
My focus is on adults who experienced a difficult childhood. Harbored trauma can show up later in life with feelings of inadequacy, unfulfilling relationships, addictions, people-pleasing, having unachievable expectations for yourself/others, and much more. I help clients who have experienced adversity in their younger years understand their thought patterns, attachment styles and work towards creating a life they are comfortable living in.
My focus is on adults who experienced a difficult childhood. Harbored trauma can show up later in life with feelings of inadequacy, unfulfilling relationships, addictions, people-pleasing, having unachievable expectations for yourself/others, and much more. I help clients who have experienced adversity in their younger years understand their thought patterns, attachment styles and work towards creating a life they are comfortable living in.
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Prof. Oxford York
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, CCC, CAGCS, CCTP, RMFT-Q
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2P
Do you feel that life has taken a toll on your mental and physical health? Are you struggling to maintain motivated? Do you feel judged, lost or alone with your emotions? Are you feeling "stuck" without any direction on how to turn or exit your present situation? Are you questioning current or past relationships in your life? Are you managing illness, disease or pain alone? Having concerns about who you have become after a major life transition? Are you suffering alone in silence?Are you ready to learn about yourself? If answering yes to any, then the time is NOW to SLOW down, and CONNECT to begin a supportive healing journey!
Do you feel that life has taken a toll on your mental and physical health? Are you struggling to maintain motivated? Do you feel judged, lost or alone with your emotions? Are you feeling "stuck" without any direction on how to turn or exit your present situation? Are you questioning current or past relationships in your life? Are you managing illness, disease or pain alone? Having concerns about who you have become after a major life transition? Are you suffering alone in silence?Are you ready to learn about yourself? If answering yes to any, then the time is NOW to SLOW down, and CONNECT to begin a supportive healing journey!
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Erin Copeland
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, RP, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Y
Are you looking for relief from depression or anxiety? Want to find ways to better manage difficulties related to ADHD or high functioning Autism? Need support coping with grief and loss? Worried about your child or teen's wellbeing? Feeling burnt out and stressed from work? Need help navigating your relationship or family dynamics? I am currently welcoming new child (ages 7+), adolescent and adult clients with no to little wait time. Evening appointments are available.
Are you looking for relief from depression or anxiety? Want to find ways to better manage difficulties related to ADHD or high functioning Autism? Need support coping with grief and loss? Worried about your child or teen's wellbeing? Feeling burnt out and stressed from work? Need help navigating your relationship or family dynamics? I am currently welcoming new child (ages 7+), adolescent and adult clients with no to little wait time. Evening appointments are available.
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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.