Therapists in V0G
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Do you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges, struggling to find balance and clarity? Are anxiety, relationship issues, or past traumas weighing you down, leaving you feeling stuck and disconnected? Imagine waking up each day with a sense of calm and confidence, ready to face the world with resilience and self-compassion. Picture yourself navigating life's complexities with a clear mind, stronger relationships, and a renewed sense of purpose. I am here to help you achieve this transformation.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges, struggling to find balance and clarity? Are anxiety, relationship issues, or past traumas weighing you down, leaving you feeling stuck and disconnected? Imagine waking up each day with a sense of calm and confidence, ready to face the world with resilience and self-compassion. Picture yourself navigating life's complexities with a clear mind, stronger relationships, and a renewed sense of purpose. I am here to help you achieve this transformation.
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My individualized process is guided by your needs, wants, beliefs, and values. I use many approaches to support you: active listening, empathy, targeted psychological and social interventions, thought exercises, and goal setting. I help you understand how changing can improve your quality of life and how to take those difficult steps towards self-improvement. Our relationship will be based on mutual respect, empathy, professionalism, respect for diversity, and a focus on your rights to confidentiality and autonomy. I help with couples counselling, child, youth & family issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, and men's issues.
My individualized process is guided by your needs, wants, beliefs, and values. I use many approaches to support you: active listening, empathy, targeted psychological and social interventions, thought exercises, and goal setting. I help you understand how changing can improve your quality of life and how to take those difficult steps towards self-improvement. Our relationship will be based on mutual respect, empathy, professionalism, respect for diversity, and a focus on your rights to confidentiality and autonomy. I help with couples counselling, child, youth & family issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, and men's issues.
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I am passionate about working with those who have suffered extensive trauma, including sexual abuse and human trafficking. I integrate my training in clinical counselling, trauma therapy and art therapy to offer support tailored to address individual needs. I provide a relational approach where compassion and connection are central, working on the premise that we are wounded within the context of relationship and we heal within relationship. I believe in empowering people to discover they have within them all they need to heal.
I am passionate about working with those who have suffered extensive trauma, including sexual abuse and human trafficking. I integrate my training in clinical counselling, trauma therapy and art therapy to offer support tailored to address individual needs. I provide a relational approach where compassion and connection are central, working on the premise that we are wounded within the context of relationship and we heal within relationship. I believe in empowering people to discover they have within them all they need to heal.
![Photo of Maddy Maxinuk, MACP, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7e8e1e24-b944-4a36-8ba0-fe8e436b0273/2/320x400.jpeg)
Does the idea of therapy seem intimating? Maybe too far out of reach because the challenging you are facing might seem too big to deal with? Or maybe too small to feel worthy enough to talk about? I get it. Stress, anxieties, or unresolved trauma can make us feel like we’ve lost ourselves, and it can be such an isolating, powerless feeling. Rest assured, there is no challenge too big or small to face in therapy — life transitions, self-esteem concerns, anxieties, trauma, relationship issues or questions, are just few of the topics I work through with my clients.
Does the idea of therapy seem intimating? Maybe too far out of reach because the challenging you are facing might seem too big to deal with? Or maybe too small to feel worthy enough to talk about? I get it. Stress, anxieties, or unresolved trauma can make us feel like we’ve lost ourselves, and it can be such an isolating, powerless feeling. Rest assured, there is no challenge too big or small to face in therapy — life transitions, self-esteem concerns, anxieties, trauma, relationship issues or questions, are just few of the topics I work through with my clients.
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‘Becoming’ Counselling Services; Denice McMechan
Counsellor, M Ed, RCC
Verified Verified
Nakusp, BC V0G
Hi there! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who works with adults, families, children and youth. Whether one is struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transition, or relationships, I collaborate with clients of diverse life experiences, and sexualities, to facilitate change through connection to one’s deepest yearnings.
Hi there! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who works with adults, families, children and youth. Whether one is struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transition, or relationships, I collaborate with clients of diverse life experiences, and sexualities, to facilitate change through connection to one’s deepest yearnings.
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Jodi Ihas
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSW BC, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fruitvale, BC V0G (Online Only)
Welcome and congratulations on taking this step into achieving your goals! Navigating life can be challenging, and at times, can feel overwhelming. In our journey together, we will explore your story in a caring, safe, and judgment-free space. I love helping people understand themselves better - their emotions, thoughts, behaviours and patterns. We will explore your inner world deeply, integrating the most recent neuroscience on the brain and nervous system. We'll also unpack how your past has shaped your present and empower you to choose what is best for you moving forward.
Welcome and congratulations on taking this step into achieving your goals! Navigating life can be challenging, and at times, can feel overwhelming. In our journey together, we will explore your story in a caring, safe, and judgment-free space. I love helping people understand themselves better - their emotions, thoughts, behaviours and patterns. We will explore your inner world deeply, integrating the most recent neuroscience on the brain and nervous system. We'll also unpack how your past has shaped your present and empower you to choose what is best for you moving forward.
![Photo of Jasmin McMechan, MC, BSW, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c52f5e96-4535-4977-880d-317cb6cc95d8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jasmin McMechan
Counsellor, MC, BSW, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Slocan Park, BC V0G (Online Only)
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients for online sex therapy and couples/relationship counselling. My training and expertise means that I can support you with: Consensual non-monogamy - Opening up a relationship - Differences in desire - Kink, BDSM, and fetishes - Sexual communication - Postpartum sexuality - Intimacy after sexual trauma - Sexual self discovery - LGBTQIA2S+ concerns - Erectile difficulties - Rapid or delayed ejaculation - Performance anxiety - Painful intercourse - Difficulty with orgasm - Low sexual self-esteem & confidence - Sexually transmitted infections - Out of Control Sexual Behaviour - Paraphillias
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients for online sex therapy and couples/relationship counselling. My training and expertise means that I can support you with: Consensual non-monogamy - Opening up a relationship - Differences in desire - Kink, BDSM, and fetishes - Sexual communication - Postpartum sexuality - Intimacy after sexual trauma - Sexual self discovery - LGBTQIA2S+ concerns - Erectile difficulties - Rapid or delayed ejaculation - Performance anxiety - Painful intercourse - Difficulty with orgasm - Low sexual self-esteem & confidence - Sexually transmitted infections - Out of Control Sexual Behaviour - Paraphillias
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Hello, and welcome! My approach is centered around understanding and meeting your needs and providing you with a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I recognize that each person seeks counseling for different reasons and prioritize understanding your specific goals. Whether it's managing stress, coping with anxiety or depression, navigating relationship issues, gender, sexuality, managing mood disorders, life transitions, trauma, substance use or seeking personal growth and self-discovery, I am committed to tailoring my therapeutic interventions to address your unique needs and circumstances.
Hello, and welcome! My approach is centered around understanding and meeting your needs and providing you with a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I recognize that each person seeks counseling for different reasons and prioritize understanding your specific goals. Whether it's managing stress, coping with anxiety or depression, navigating relationship issues, gender, sexuality, managing mood disorders, life transitions, trauma, substance use or seeking personal growth and self-discovery, I am committed to tailoring my therapeutic interventions to address your unique needs and circumstances.
![Photo of Dawn Hertz, MA, RCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/914c16ef-8ac7-4b5f-b295-5ce066592fa1/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you struggling to reach goals that you’ve set for yourself? From looking to improve our relationships, our careers or even our performance in a sport, life has a way of challenging us on our paths to achieving success. Struggles with anxiety or depression, or suffering through grief, loss and trauma can make it feel like your goals are always out of reach. While drive, grit and determination are important to personal and athletic success, having the support of others is integral to navigating challenges and developing the skills you need for optimal mental, emotional and physical health.
Are you struggling to reach goals that you’ve set for yourself? From looking to improve our relationships, our careers or even our performance in a sport, life has a way of challenging us on our paths to achieving success. Struggles with anxiety or depression, or suffering through grief, loss and trauma can make it feel like your goals are always out of reach. While drive, grit and determination are important to personal and athletic success, having the support of others is integral to navigating challenges and developing the skills you need for optimal mental, emotional and physical health.
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Richelle Johnston - Peach Door Counselling
Counsellor, RCC, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nakusp, BC V0G
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome. I'm so glad you are here! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and founder of Peach Door Counselling, a small but mighty rural counselling group practice. Maybe you are experiencing mental health distress in your life, such as postpartum challenges, relationships, work/life balance, personal worth and self-esteem, depression and anxiety, and more. You want a space to feel validated, seen and heard, understood, and express yourself free of judgment. You want to learn skills for dealing with challenges and a place to heal and learn about yourself. You've found the right place.
Hello and welcome. I'm so glad you are here! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and founder of Peach Door Counselling, a small but mighty rural counselling group practice. Maybe you are experiencing mental health distress in your life, such as postpartum challenges, relationships, work/life balance, personal worth and self-esteem, depression and anxiety, and more. You want a space to feel validated, seen and heard, understood, and express yourself free of judgment. You want to learn skills for dealing with challenges and a place to heal and learn about yourself. You've found the right place.
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I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with a focus in Relational Somatic Therapy & Early Life (pre and perinatal) Attachment Therapy. I offer a compassionate, body-centered, somatic approach to working with clients to build resiliency, adapt to major life transitions, build secure attachment in primary relationships and bring support and tools to trauma resolution. Currently accepting new clients in my practices in Nelson, Slocan Valley, BC and online. You can see my web site at: gritandgracecounselling.ca and make contact to set up a free 15 minute consult via email or phone.
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with a focus in Relational Somatic Therapy & Early Life (pre and perinatal) Attachment Therapy. I offer a compassionate, body-centered, somatic approach to working with clients to build resiliency, adapt to major life transitions, build secure attachment in primary relationships and bring support and tools to trauma resolution. Currently accepting new clients in my practices in Nelson, Slocan Valley, BC and online. You can see my web site at: gritandgracecounselling.ca and make contact to set up a free 15 minute consult via email or phone.
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Amythyst (Amy) Kay Barrett
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fauquier, BC V0G (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Are you looking for a caring and confidential space to share your story? What about a space to celebrate and acknowledge your victories to boost your self-confidence? I’m here to help! Whether you want to unpack your day, week, or past challenges, I’m here to actively listen and acknowledge you and your feelings. This is your chance to receive exceptional, empathetic, and encouraging support, tailored specifically to your unique needs.
Welcome! Are you looking for a caring and confidential space to share your story? What about a space to celebrate and acknowledge your victories to boost your self-confidence? I’m here to help! Whether you want to unpack your day, week, or past challenges, I’m here to actively listen and acknowledge you and your feelings. This is your chance to receive exceptional, empathetic, and encouraging support, tailored specifically to your unique needs.
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We are experiencing a paradigm shift in how we view, treat, and resolve mental health complexities. It is no longer sufficient to simply learn about our traumas and understand their origins to expect resolution. We are now approaching trauma from a psychobiological perspective, recognizing that trauma is physically embedded in the cells and tissues of our bodies. By developing our felt sense of these traumas, bringing focused attention to them, and utilizing somatic techniques, trauma resolution becomes achievable.
We are experiencing a paradigm shift in how we view, treat, and resolve mental health complexities. It is no longer sufficient to simply learn about our traumas and understand their origins to expect resolution. We are now approaching trauma from a psychobiological perspective, recognizing that trauma is physically embedded in the cells and tissues of our bodies. By developing our felt sense of these traumas, bringing focused attention to them, and utilizing somatic techniques, trauma resolution becomes achievable.
I am a Registered Psychologist (R.Psych.) with the College of Psychologists of BC. My home office is located in downtown Castlegar, British Columbia. I provide psychological, psycho-vocational, psycho-educational and learning disability assessments for children (ages 6-18) & adults, as well as individual therapy for adults & teens for trauma/PTSD, anxiety panic attacks, OCD, depression, chronic pain/illness, transitional life issues (i.e. bereavement, occupational), stress, relationship issues, and sleep problems. Please note I’m not currently accepting new therapy clients. For assessment inquiries, please email me.
I am a Registered Psychologist (R.Psych.) with the College of Psychologists of BC. My home office is located in downtown Castlegar, British Columbia. I provide psychological, psycho-vocational, psycho-educational and learning disability assessments for children (ages 6-18) & adults, as well as individual therapy for adults & teens for trauma/PTSD, anxiety panic attacks, OCD, depression, chronic pain/illness, transitional life issues (i.e. bereavement, occupational), stress, relationship issues, and sleep problems. Please note I’m not currently accepting new therapy clients. For assessment inquiries, please email me.
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Embrace the potential for true change at any stage of life. Whether contending with anxiety, negative thought cycles, concerns about your child, PTSD, anxiety, or facing a separation, I offer tailored short-term counseling for specific challenges and long-term therapy to delve into historical issues and enduring patterns. Together, we craft a personalized treatment plan aligned with your current needs, motivations, and strengths. Utilizing evidence-based approaches such as CBT, EMDR, DBT, EFT, and more, I'm driven to guide you in overcoming symptoms and related distress.
Embrace the potential for true change at any stage of life. Whether contending with anxiety, negative thought cycles, concerns about your child, PTSD, anxiety, or facing a separation, I offer tailored short-term counseling for specific challenges and long-term therapy to delve into historical issues and enduring patterns. Together, we craft a personalized treatment plan aligned with your current needs, motivations, and strengths. Utilizing evidence-based approaches such as CBT, EMDR, DBT, EFT, and more, I'm driven to guide you in overcoming symptoms and related distress.
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I am a Master Therapeutic Counsellor. My practice welcomes adults ages 18 years and older. I can help with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, parenting, career/work issues, family of origin issues, and really any desire for change. Psychotherapy is about becoming much more friendly towards oneself. By opening up to ourselves, we naturally open up to the joy of others and the possibilities of life itself. My practice is based upon a psycho-spiritual understanding of the self and informed by the new discoveries of neuroscience which prove transformation is possible by harnessing the power of neuroplasticity.
I am a Master Therapeutic Counsellor. My practice welcomes adults ages 18 years and older. I can help with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, parenting, career/work issues, family of origin issues, and really any desire for change. Psychotherapy is about becoming much more friendly towards oneself. By opening up to ourselves, we naturally open up to the joy of others and the possibilities of life itself. My practice is based upon a psycho-spiritual understanding of the self and informed by the new discoveries of neuroscience which prove transformation is possible by harnessing the power of neuroplasticity.
![Photo of Kelsey MacDougall - Kelsey MacDougall: Holistic Psychotherapy, RCC, SEP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5e0418ba-1b7b-4439-8803-545405c53fe6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kelsey MacDougall: Holistic Psychotherapy
Counsellor, RCC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Slocan, BC V0G (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! Struggling with anxiety? Having difficulty in your relationships? Feeling overwhelmed? If you're tired of how things are going, and are ready to make some changes, lets talk. Together we can explore the root of what's holding you back, so you can finally move forward and live a happier and more fulfilled life. I also In-Person events, including a Women's Somatic Healing Circle in Squamish, and a Spring Solstice Day Retreat on Bowen Island! Head to my website for more info!
Now Accepting New Clients! Struggling with anxiety? Having difficulty in your relationships? Feeling overwhelmed? If you're tired of how things are going, and are ready to make some changes, lets talk. Together we can explore the root of what's holding you back, so you can finally move forward and live a happier and more fulfilled life. I also In-Person events, including a Women's Somatic Healing Circle in Squamish, and a Spring Solstice Day Retreat on Bowen Island! Head to my website for more info!
![Photo of Michelle Binnie, MA, RCC , CCPA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c8d05dcd-094a-4f11-8404-f15b301b7794/1/320x400.jpeg)
I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). Although life can seem busy and chaotic at times, our time together is an opportunity to slow down, become clear, and find ways to resolve current concerns or issues from the past that interfere with living fully in the present. Your health, wellness, and goals come first. I work with individuals struggling with a wide range of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, burnout, trauma injuries, developmental stages, problematic eating, relationship issues, as well as life transitions and grief.
I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). Although life can seem busy and chaotic at times, our time together is an opportunity to slow down, become clear, and find ways to resolve current concerns or issues from the past that interfere with living fully in the present. Your health, wellness, and goals come first. I work with individuals struggling with a wide range of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, burnout, trauma injuries, developmental stages, problematic eating, relationship issues, as well as life transitions and grief.
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It is seeming all too normal these days to experience feelings of disconnection. A separation from ourselves, our passions, our bodies, our communities, etc. We spend so much time in our heads trying to figure out how to survive when we so desperately want to be thriving. Where has our aliveness gone? How do we get our bodies and our senses back online and truly show up for our unique experience?
It is seeming all too normal these days to experience feelings of disconnection. A separation from ourselves, our passions, our bodies, our communities, etc. We spend so much time in our heads trying to figure out how to survive when we so desperately want to be thriving. Where has our aliveness gone? How do we get our bodies and our senses back online and truly show up for our unique experience?
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Jo-Anne Madeleine Stoltz
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rossland, BC V0G (Online Only)
I work with clients from every walk of life who need support for a wide range of issues and challenges. I work with individuals facing anxiety, stress, depression, tough life choices, addictions, and many other issues. I work with couples to overcome conflict and strengthen their relationship, and I can help with post-divorce parenting challenges.
I work with clients from every walk of life who need support for a wide range of issues and challenges. I work with individuals facing anxiety, stress, depression, tough life choices, addictions, and many other issues. I work with couples to overcome conflict and strengthen their relationship, and I can help with post-divorce parenting challenges.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in V0G
20+
Average cost per session
$140
Counsellors in V0G who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
81% | Depression |
81% | Stress |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Self Esteem |
65% | Relationship Issues |
62% | Grief |
Average years in practice
6 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
60% | Green Shield Canada |
53% | Other |
53% | Pacific Blue Cross |
How Counsellors in V0G see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
14% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in V0G?
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.