Therapists in Vaughan, ON
Being a teenager can be difficult..add to that stress about school, friends, and the pandemic and you've got a perfect storm for anxiety, depression and emotion dysregulation. Now, more than ever, youth need mental health support. I get it; I've been working as a mental health nurse with youth for the past 22 years and I've seen first hand the importance of listening, empathy and education on mental wellness.
Being a teenager can be difficult..add to that stress about school, friends, and the pandemic and you've got a perfect storm for anxiety, depression and emotion dysregulation. Now, more than ever, youth need mental health support. I get it; I've been working as a mental health nurse with youth for the past 22 years and I've seen first hand the importance of listening, empathy and education on mental wellness.
Edina Landesman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4J (Online Only)
Are relationship issues, anxiety, low self-esteem, or overwhelming stress stemming from past trauma impacting your life? I specialize in empowering individuals whose traumatic experiences have ripple effects. In our sessions, we'll confront these challenges directly in a nurturing and supportive environment. Together, we'll navigate relationship dynamics, enhance self-confidence, and equip you with effective stress management tools. Central to our work will be processing past trauma to foster deep healing and resilience, tailored to support your personal growth and recovery.
Are relationship issues, anxiety, low self-esteem, or overwhelming stress stemming from past trauma impacting your life? I specialize in empowering individuals whose traumatic experiences have ripple effects. In our sessions, we'll confront these challenges directly in a nurturing and supportive environment. Together, we'll navigate relationship dynamics, enhance self-confidence, and equip you with effective stress management tools. Central to our work will be processing past trauma to foster deep healing and resilience, tailored to support your personal growth and recovery.
Edna Bonsu - Registered Nurse Psychotherapist
RN, BScN, MN, CPMHNc
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Edna, an experienced RN dedicated to transforming lives through psychotherapy. If you're ready to embrace a life of lasting well-being, you've found your next partner. With 7 years of clinical expertise, I specialize in evidence-based, client-centered therapy that seamlessly integrates the vital connection between your physical and mental health. Let's embark on an exhilarating journey of holistic healing & unparalleled personal growth starting today.
Welcome! I'm Edna, an experienced RN dedicated to transforming lives through psychotherapy. If you're ready to embrace a life of lasting well-being, you've found your next partner. With 7 years of clinical expertise, I specialize in evidence-based, client-centered therapy that seamlessly integrates the vital connection between your physical and mental health. Let's embark on an exhilarating journey of holistic healing & unparalleled personal growth starting today.
Saidy Maurer
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4J (Online Only)
For many living with anxiety, fear, relationships troubles, and imposture syndrome has become the norm. We distract ourselves through eating, substances, being excessively busy, working, or shopping. If you are feeling stuck and ready to move through worry, past traumas, doubt, grief, loneliness, or feeling as though you are not enough; reach out. My clients describe feeling more confident in managing their challenging feelings, anxieties and that they have found a new sense of freedom, feeling more like themselves. Please know, you are not alone. With the right therapeutic relationship, you are capable of change.
For many living with anxiety, fear, relationships troubles, and imposture syndrome has become the norm. We distract ourselves through eating, substances, being excessively busy, working, or shopping. If you are feeling stuck and ready to move through worry, past traumas, doubt, grief, loneliness, or feeling as though you are not enough; reach out. My clients describe feeling more confident in managing their challenging feelings, anxieties and that they have found a new sense of freedom, feeling more like themselves. Please know, you are not alone. With the right therapeutic relationship, you are capable of change.
Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
OCD and Anxiety Clinic of Ontario
Psychologist, CPsych, MEd, IOCDF, ERPcrt
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4L
My name is Robert, Psychologist at the Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Disorder and Anxiety Clinic of Ontario. I walk alongside individuals who struggle with anxiety and OCD as they journey through healing and recovery. I work exclusively with patients with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive (OCD) disorder and I dedicate my time away from patients to researching and studying these conditions. I work with my patients on taking that knowledge and putting it into practice by teaching them how to control their anxious or disturbing thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and unsettled mind.
My name is Robert, Psychologist at the Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Disorder and Anxiety Clinic of Ontario. I walk alongside individuals who struggle with anxiety and OCD as they journey through healing and recovery. I work exclusively with patients with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive (OCD) disorder and I dedicate my time away from patients to researching and studying these conditions. I work with my patients on taking that knowledge and putting it into practice by teaching them how to control their anxious or disturbing thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and unsettled mind.
Antonia Villalba
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC, HBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
I am the Founder and Clinical Director at Symphony Counselling Services. I have over 19 years of experience working in the Human Services sector and I am passionate about serving humanity. I have spent most of my life assisting individuals to heal from a variety of mental health challenges, trauma, and addictions. Working with children, youth, adults, and their families to regain strength, instil hope, and inspire therapeutic change so that they can live their best life has always been my motivation and drive.
I am the Founder and Clinical Director at Symphony Counselling Services. I have over 19 years of experience working in the Human Services sector and I am passionate about serving humanity. I have spent most of my life assisting individuals to heal from a variety of mental health challenges, trauma, and addictions. Working with children, youth, adults, and their families to regain strength, instil hope, and inspire therapeutic change so that they can live their best life has always been my motivation and drive.
Helping South Asian women and couples navigate throughout cultural barriers preventing them from living a better, and resourceful life. Let me help you find the light within.
Helping South Asian women and couples navigate throughout cultural barriers preventing them from living a better, and resourceful life. Let me help you find the light within.
I have worked with children adolescents, parents and families for over 20 years in the fields of Education and Psychology. I have a passion for giving children and adolescents a voice, working across cultures, with intergenerational and complex trauma, as well as behavioral and attachment challenges. These challenges can present in multiple ways including anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, difficulty with relationships and poor school performance. I work from a systemic, trauma informed, client-centered perspective helping children, adolescents, parents and families to feel validated, connected and understood.
I have worked with children adolescents, parents and families for over 20 years in the fields of Education and Psychology. I have a passion for giving children and adolescents a voice, working across cultures, with intergenerational and complex trauma, as well as behavioral and attachment challenges. These challenges can present in multiple ways including anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, difficulty with relationships and poor school performance. I work from a systemic, trauma informed, client-centered perspective helping children, adolescents, parents and families to feel validated, connected and understood.
Hi! My name is Kayla and I am a registered Social Worker in Ontario and Saskatchewan. I completed my Masters of Social Work at the University of Toronto and have been working in the field of Mental Health as a Clinical Therapist since 2018. I have worked from a young age with youth, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings and environments that has helped me develop diverse and unique skills to work collaboratively and effectively with these population. My work within different environments varying needs and how to ensure a client-centered approach to treatment.
Hi! My name is Kayla and I am a registered Social Worker in Ontario and Saskatchewan. I completed my Masters of Social Work at the University of Toronto and have been working in the field of Mental Health as a Clinical Therapist since 2018. I have worked from a young age with youth, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings and environments that has helped me develop diverse and unique skills to work collaboratively and effectively with these population. My work within different environments varying needs and how to ensure a client-centered approach to treatment.
We are here to help individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, eating disorders, parenting difficulties, stress and burnout, self-esteem issues, trauma and PTSD. Creative Psych is for those drawn to a therapeutic experience that goes beyond conventional talk therapy. If you are looking for a unique, creative approach to therapy that integrates expression through art or music, we can help. We work with adults, children, adolescents and families.
We are here to help individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, eating disorders, parenting difficulties, stress and burnout, self-esteem issues, trauma and PTSD. Creative Psych is for those drawn to a therapeutic experience that goes beyond conventional talk therapy. If you are looking for a unique, creative approach to therapy that integrates expression through art or music, we can help. We work with adults, children, adolescents and families.
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Dr. Cinamon sees individuals and families for a number of reasons including difficulties with mood, anxiety, work and family related stress, emotion regulation, behaviour, and parenting. She supports people experiencing life transitions, parents seeking help for their children and teens, and individuals with symptoms impacting their day-to-day lives. She has a special focus on trauma, including sexual assault. She is skilled in providing a variety of therapy approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, traditional play therapy, family therapy, psychodynamic/family systems talk therapy, and trauma-informed therapy.
Dr. Cinamon sees individuals and families for a number of reasons including difficulties with mood, anxiety, work and family related stress, emotion regulation, behaviour, and parenting. She supports people experiencing life transitions, parents seeking help for their children and teens, and individuals with symptoms impacting their day-to-day lives. She has a special focus on trauma, including sexual assault. She is skilled in providing a variety of therapy approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, traditional play therapy, family therapy, psychodynamic/family systems talk therapy, and trauma-informed therapy.
Payal Sharma
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L6A (Online Only)
You deserve to live a life that makes you feel empowered! However, often in life, there are times we get stuck and don’t know how to move forwards, how to cope with situations and in what direction to take one’s story. Not knowing what to do and how to do it can often make a person feel powerless, which can further lead to anxiety, depression, resentment, and isolation, hindering you from living a full life. I offer you a chance to take back control of the story of your life and write the narrative you want to write.
You deserve to live a life that makes you feel empowered! However, often in life, there are times we get stuck and don’t know how to move forwards, how to cope with situations and in what direction to take one’s story. Not knowing what to do and how to do it can often make a person feel powerless, which can further lead to anxiety, depression, resentment, and isolation, hindering you from living a full life. I offer you a chance to take back control of the story of your life and write the narrative you want to write.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it may become increasingly difficult to navigate day to day life. I ensure a safe space is cultivated by taking a person-centered approach; ensuring cultivation of a safe space through kindness, openness, empathy, and compassion. My greatest passion as a Clinician is to show how there is uniqueness and restoration in one's story, one's pain and collection of struggles.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it may become increasingly difficult to navigate day to day life. I ensure a safe space is cultivated by taking a person-centered approach; ensuring cultivation of a safe space through kindness, openness, empathy, and compassion. My greatest passion as a Clinician is to show how there is uniqueness and restoration in one's story, one's pain and collection of struggles.
Natalie Blake
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L6A (Online Only)
Where there is hope ... there is life (Anne Frank). Are you hurt, anxious, ashamed or feel defeated? Would you like someone to help you navigate through a difficult situation in your life? Are you seeking guidance on your journey to living a fulfilled life? If so, you are not alone. Let’s journey together to work through trauma, difficulties or setbacks you are facing. Let’s tackle these challenges and help you move to a place of peace.
Where there is hope ... there is life (Anne Frank). Are you hurt, anxious, ashamed or feel defeated? Would you like someone to help you navigate through a difficult situation in your life? Are you seeking guidance on your journey to living a fulfilled life? If so, you are not alone. Let’s journey together to work through trauma, difficulties or setbacks you are facing. Let’s tackle these challenges and help you move to a place of peace.
Elissa Shnier
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J (Online Only)
I am a social worker with years of experience working with a wide variety of clients, providing individual and family counselling. I have extensive skills in helping clients cope with anxiety, stress, depression, physical and mental health issues, addictions, financial challenges, caregiver stress, adjustment to illness, and bereavement.
I am a social worker with years of experience working with a wide variety of clients, providing individual and family counselling. I have extensive skills in helping clients cope with anxiety, stress, depression, physical and mental health issues, addictions, financial challenges, caregiver stress, adjustment to illness, and bereavement.
Charmin is an empathetic and compassionate qualifying psychotherapist who approaches therapy through a holistic, culturally responsive, and trauma informed lens. She believes in each person’s capacity to make meaningful changes to reach their full potential. She provides a safe and non-judgemental space to foster esteem, growth, and self-awareness. Charmin recognizes the uniqueness of each person, which allows her to integrate various therapeutic approaches to establish a plan that is tailored to client needs and goals.
Charmin is an empathetic and compassionate qualifying psychotherapist who approaches therapy through a holistic, culturally responsive, and trauma informed lens. She believes in each person’s capacity to make meaningful changes to reach their full potential. She provides a safe and non-judgemental space to foster esteem, growth, and self-awareness. Charmin recognizes the uniqueness of each person, which allows her to integrate various therapeutic approaches to establish a plan that is tailored to client needs and goals.
Wellness With Batool
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4H
Difficult times are a part of everyone's life, and during such times, people may feel stuck, broken, or in need of someone to talk to. Therapy offers a secure environment where you can share your story, regain your confidence, and reconnect with your true self. By acknowledging your experiences, we can delve into your thoughts and emotions linked to current life challenges in a gentle manner, with the aim of discovering your inner strength and personalized path towards progress. My approach is collaborative, and I work with you at your pace to help you achieve your life objectives with positivity and support.
Difficult times are a part of everyone's life, and during such times, people may feel stuck, broken, or in need of someone to talk to. Therapy offers a secure environment where you can share your story, regain your confidence, and reconnect with your true self. By acknowledging your experiences, we can delve into your thoughts and emotions linked to current life challenges in a gentle manner, with the aim of discovering your inner strength and personalized path towards progress. My approach is collaborative, and I work with you at your pace to help you achieve your life objectives with positivity and support.
Hilary Masemann
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, BEd, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
I an interested in helping people find their strengths and develop resilience. I will help you develop your ability to regulate and understand your emotions, work your way through problems, and understand your patterns. With twelve years of experience as a high school teacher, I love working with adolescents and young people, helping them through issues of identity, self-image, and family relationships. I have experience with and interest in issues of infertility, parenting, burnout, and the social expectations placed on women.
I an interested in helping people find their strengths and develop resilience. I will help you develop your ability to regulate and understand your emotions, work your way through problems, and understand your patterns. With twelve years of experience as a high school teacher, I love working with adolescents and young people, helping them through issues of identity, self-image, and family relationships. I have experience with and interest in issues of infertility, parenting, burnout, and the social expectations placed on women.
Reaching out for support in navigating your deepest concerns takes courage. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, or overwhelm from the heaviness of life’s challenges, searching for connection, or hoping to gain personal insight, I recognize how important it is to feel heard and understood. My style is warm, welcoming, and relaxed, and I will work alongside you with compassion and nonjudgment as we move through your healing journey. I implement a trauma-informed perspective, and incorporate mindfulness and relaxation practices into the therapeutic space as well.
Reaching out for support in navigating your deepest concerns takes courage. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, or overwhelm from the heaviness of life’s challenges, searching for connection, or hoping to gain personal insight, I recognize how important it is to feel heard and understood. My style is warm, welcoming, and relaxed, and I will work alongside you with compassion and nonjudgment as we move through your healing journey. I implement a trauma-informed perspective, and incorporate mindfulness and relaxation practices into the therapeutic space as well.
We’ve heard “life is full of ups and downs”, but have you ever thought to yourself “why does it have to feel so hard”? Maybe a new life transition, interpersonal struggles or trying to balance all of life’s stressors is causing you to feel stuck, preoccupied with worry or overwhelmed. Worry due to relationship struggles, anxiety, loss or feeling as though you aren’t meeting expectations can be difficult, but you do not have to hold the weight alone.
We’ve heard “life is full of ups and downs”, but have you ever thought to yourself “why does it have to feel so hard”? Maybe a new life transition, interpersonal struggles or trying to balance all of life’s stressors is causing you to feel stuck, preoccupied with worry or overwhelmed. Worry due to relationship struggles, anxiety, loss or feeling as though you aren’t meeting expectations can be difficult, but you do not have to hold the weight alone.
I believe that resilience lies within each of us. We often forget this powerful strength we have inside of us because of the challenges life confronts us with. My goal is to empower you to rediscover your inner light and collaboratively work to improve your overall well-being and quality of life. I strive to create a safe, trusting, inclusive, and non-judgemental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your lived experiences with me.
I believe that resilience lies within each of us. We often forget this powerful strength we have inside of us because of the challenges life confronts us with. My goal is to empower you to rediscover your inner light and collaboratively work to improve your overall well-being and quality of life. I strive to create a safe, trusting, inclusive, and non-judgemental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your lived experiences with me.
Your well-being and success are at the heart of everything we do. I am dedicated to walking alongside you and your loved ones helping you rediscover your inner strength, resilience, and hope.
Your well-being and success are at the heart of everything we do. I am dedicated to walking alongside you and your loved ones helping you rediscover your inner strength, resilience, and hope.
Brain Healthy Clinic/Evelyne Keslassy
Pre-Licensed Professional, BAA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4J
I'm here to help you with your trauma-related challenges including anxiety, depression, anger, and grief, and to achieve more emotional regulation. Your body may be storing memories of unresolved experiences and trauma that have become the narrator of your negative thoughts, unsafe feelings, or negative coping behaviours. Processing early childhood experiences and their associated emotions in the mind-body will move you into a more conscious state of being with deeper awareness and self-compassion for healthier relationships and behaviours, and the capacity to live a more vibrant and balanced life that is self-directed with meaning.
I'm here to help you with your trauma-related challenges including anxiety, depression, anger, and grief, and to achieve more emotional regulation. Your body may be storing memories of unresolved experiences and trauma that have become the narrator of your negative thoughts, unsafe feelings, or negative coping behaviours. Processing early childhood experiences and their associated emotions in the mind-body will move you into a more conscious state of being with deeper awareness and self-compassion for healthier relationships and behaviours, and the capacity to live a more vibrant and balanced life that is self-directed with meaning.
If you or someone you know is grappling with various challenges related to stress, mental health, or issues within your relationship, I hope this page offers you guidance and is the 'right' fit to meet your needs. Regardless of your background or struggle, I am here to provide you with a safe and empathetic space where there is understanding, respect and support in navigating your concerns.
If you or someone you know is grappling with various challenges related to stress, mental health, or issues within your relationship, I hope this page offers you guidance and is the 'right' fit to meet your needs. Regardless of your background or struggle, I am here to provide you with a safe and empathetic space where there is understanding, respect and support in navigating your concerns.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Vaughan, ON
500+
Average cost per session
$160
Counsellors in Vaughan, ON who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
85% | Self Esteem |
81% | Relationship Issues |
80% | Stress |
76% | Coping Skills |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | SunLife |
78% | Manulife |
75% | Green Shield Canada |
How Counsellors in Vaughan, ON see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
88% | Female | |
11% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Vaughan?
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.