Therapists in London, ON
London Centre for Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, RP-Q, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
Jessica Smith
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London, ON N6H (Online Only)
Accepting new clients, evening/weekends available - I offer individual counselling services to teens and adults virtually by phone or video. We face many challenges, and it can be helpful to talk to someone so you don’t feel so overwhelmed or alone. I work with clients to explore their concerns in a client-centred, supportive, judgement free environment. Together we can create goals to work towards, creating positive change in your life.
Accepting new clients, evening/weekends available - I offer individual counselling services to teens and adults virtually by phone or video. We face many challenges, and it can be helpful to talk to someone so you don’t feel so overwhelmed or alone. I work with clients to explore their concerns in a client-centred, supportive, judgement free environment. Together we can create goals to work towards, creating positive change in your life.
Lois M. Ostolosky
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
Immediate, In Person availability. Sometimes, life becomes more than we can comfortably manage. We may feel unfulfilled, sad, irritable, worried and disconnected from who we are, who we love and the life we want to live. We may feel powerless to change our situation. However, change is possible! I work collaboratively with people of all ages, honoring their unique experiences while simultaneously supporting them to increase strategies and build resiliency and confidence. Whether it is a slight ‘tweak’ or a deeper concern you wish to explore, I am happy to provide support.
Immediate, In Person availability. Sometimes, life becomes more than we can comfortably manage. We may feel unfulfilled, sad, irritable, worried and disconnected from who we are, who we love and the life we want to live. We may feel powerless to change our situation. However, change is possible! I work collaboratively with people of all ages, honoring their unique experiences while simultaneously supporting them to increase strategies and build resiliency and confidence. Whether it is a slight ‘tweak’ or a deeper concern you wish to explore, I am happy to provide support.
Johnson Kuriappilly
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, MPS, RP, CSAT, EMDR(T)
Verified Verified
London, ON N6K
Begin your journey of self-discovery with personalized psychotherapy. As a Registered Psychotherapist , I offer person-centred therapy to adults, guiding them towards self-transformation and clarity in life. This approach focuses on individual thoughts, emotions, and experiences, rather than diagnostic labels. It empowers clients to lead their therapeutic journey with my unwavering support, empathy, and positive regard. Embrace this method for an environment that fosters personal growth. Unlock your potential for profound transformation today.
Begin your journey of self-discovery with personalized psychotherapy. As a Registered Psychotherapist , I offer person-centred therapy to adults, guiding them towards self-transformation and clarity in life. This approach focuses on individual thoughts, emotions, and experiences, rather than diagnostic labels. It empowers clients to lead their therapeutic journey with my unwavering support, empathy, and positive regard. Embrace this method for an environment that fosters personal growth. Unlock your potential for profound transformation today.
Ontario Trauma Therapy- Jordan
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MPA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
Trauma & painful early life experiences can get in the way of being able to enjoy our lives today.If you are suffering from PTSD, childhood trauma, persistent anxiety or depression, relationship breakdown or chronic stress, I can help. I am a trauma specialist and will help you to rebuild your life. I have extensive experience with First Responders, including physicians, and I will help you to feel safe and heard. First responders are seen ASAP. If you want to experience profound change, healthy relationships & trauma healing, I can help. Healing from trauma and a whole new outlook on yourself and your life are possible.
Trauma & painful early life experiences can get in the way of being able to enjoy our lives today.If you are suffering from PTSD, childhood trauma, persistent anxiety or depression, relationship breakdown or chronic stress, I can help. I am a trauma specialist and will help you to rebuild your life. I have extensive experience with First Responders, including physicians, and I will help you to feel safe and heard. First responders are seen ASAP. If you want to experience profound change, healthy relationships & trauma healing, I can help. Healing from trauma and a whole new outlook on yourself and your life are possible.
Rincy Carpenter
RN, Psychotherapist, BScN, MHA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Are you a loved one struggling with substance use or addictions? Do you find yourself extremely anxious or depressed with no known cause? Are you looking for support for yourself or your loved one who may also have a trauma history? These challenges do not need to be faced alone. Within all of us is a great capacity to heal and recover. For all of the times you have tried to take on life's challenges alone, you are not alone and there is help to guide you through your struggles. Allow me to guide you through what life has thrown your way and take back control of your path. Recovery is possible for anyone.
Are you a loved one struggling with substance use or addictions? Do you find yourself extremely anxious or depressed with no known cause? Are you looking for support for yourself or your loved one who may also have a trauma history? These challenges do not need to be faced alone. Within all of us is a great capacity to heal and recover. For all of the times you have tried to take on life's challenges alone, you are not alone and there is help to guide you through your struggles. Allow me to guide you through what life has thrown your way and take back control of your path. Recovery is possible for anyone.
Deisy Vanegas Registered Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6H
Lately, are you having trouble focusing, making decisions or trusting in others? Are you feeling exhausted creating excuses that others don't notice how worried, anxious, depress or irritable you feel inside? Let me help you. I value your interest to seek counselling; it talks volumes about your determination to work in your wellbeing. Together we can find the balance that allows you to enjoy connecting with others, recover more quickly from frustrations, and see the future with openness and optimism.
Lately, are you having trouble focusing, making decisions or trusting in others? Are you feeling exhausted creating excuses that others don't notice how worried, anxious, depress or irritable you feel inside? Let me help you. I value your interest to seek counselling; it talks volumes about your determination to work in your wellbeing. Together we can find the balance that allows you to enjoy connecting with others, recover more quickly from frustrations, and see the future with openness and optimism.
Laurie Sherwood
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
London, ON N6K
The thought of talking to stranger about deeply personal issues can feel daunting. Talking to a therapist who values your story and perspective can guide understanding, empowerment and healing. Whether you are beginning to notice a sense of dissatisfaction with life, difficulty with relationships or heightening anxiety therapy is a space to feel heard and validated . Pressure and expectations can leave us feeling alone and wondering how we ended up here. Sometimes things happen that are outside of our control, things that impact us in ways that we never could have imagined. You are important and understanding yourself matters.
The thought of talking to stranger about deeply personal issues can feel daunting. Talking to a therapist who values your story and perspective can guide understanding, empowerment and healing. Whether you are beginning to notice a sense of dissatisfaction with life, difficulty with relationships or heightening anxiety therapy is a space to feel heard and validated . Pressure and expectations can leave us feeling alone and wondering how we ended up here. Sometimes things happen that are outside of our control, things that impact us in ways that we never could have imagined. You are important and understanding yourself matters.
Teresa Lee Bryant
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified Verified
London, ON N5X
I am a registered psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, providing psychotherapy in university, hospital, and hospice settings, and currently working in private practice. My areas of specialization include Contemplative psychotherapy, loss, aging, and supervision of qualifying psychotherapists. My clients are often interested in exploring the big questions about life, such as: How do I cope with and make sense of loss, illness, or change? How do I live with purpose and commitment? Am I being true to my values? What would I do if I wasn't fearful? What is Love? and, How do I let go?
I am a registered psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, providing psychotherapy in university, hospital, and hospice settings, and currently working in private practice. My areas of specialization include Contemplative psychotherapy, loss, aging, and supervision of qualifying psychotherapists. My clients are often interested in exploring the big questions about life, such as: How do I cope with and make sense of loss, illness, or change? How do I live with purpose and commitment? Am I being true to my values? What would I do if I wasn't fearful? What is Love? and, How do I let go?
Laura Hounsell
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
How are you coping with the stress of life? Do you feel like there's more you could be doing to guide your family through life's challenges but don't know where to start? Have you ever felt like you or your child just need someone to be in their corner? Someone to listen without judgement, to come alongside and gently challenge you on your terms? Together we can understand your unique emotional world or that of your child toward helping you improve self-confidence, seek and maintain healthy relationships, develop effective boundaries, balance out mood challenges and hopefully become more satisfied with life!
How are you coping with the stress of life? Do you feel like there's more you could be doing to guide your family through life's challenges but don't know where to start? Have you ever felt like you or your child just need someone to be in their corner? Someone to listen without judgement, to come alongside and gently challenge you on your terms? Together we can understand your unique emotional world or that of your child toward helping you improve self-confidence, seek and maintain healthy relationships, develop effective boundaries, balance out mood challenges and hopefully become more satisfied with life!
BLB & Associates - Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6H
BLB & Associates works with clients, to support them through their healing journey. Clients are always in control of what we talk about. BLB & Associates offers counselling, psychotherapy and EMDR. Our team focus is on your needs. We do our best to accommodate your schedule when booking, as we know life can be busy.
BLB & Associates works with clients, to support them through their healing journey. Clients are always in control of what we talk about. BLB & Associates offers counselling, psychotherapy and EMDR. Our team focus is on your needs. We do our best to accommodate your schedule when booking, as we know life can be busy.
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Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London, ON N6L (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Be You! Hello, I'm Phe (fee), a Queer, Chinese-Canadian Psychotherapist here to advocate alongside of you. You can count on me to provide a safe, accepting, and affirming space. Together, we can work on exploration and formation of: sexual identity, gender identity, ethnic/racial identity. I'm here to help when it comes to: LGBTQ2SA+ issues, questioning identity, minority stress, racial trauma, "coming out", confidence and self-esteem, trauma, shame and guilt, anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, body dysmorphia, and pre/post transition support.
Be You! Hello, I'm Phe (fee), a Queer, Chinese-Canadian Psychotherapist here to advocate alongside of you. You can count on me to provide a safe, accepting, and affirming space. Together, we can work on exploration and formation of: sexual identity, gender identity, ethnic/racial identity. I'm here to help when it comes to: LGBTQ2SA+ issues, questioning identity, minority stress, racial trauma, "coming out", confidence and self-esteem, trauma, shame and guilt, anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, body dysmorphia, and pre/post transition support.
Rising Insight Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N5Y
We can all agree that childhood and adolescence can be an exciting time; yet it is also a time of change, transition, and uncertainty. Some of these challenges are a normal part of maturing and growing up. However, that doesn’t make them any less uncomfortable to experience and overcome. As a therapist who also has experience working within the educational realm, my priority focuses on children and adolescent well-being. I aim to support individuals with common struggles such as anxiety, depression, bullying, body-image issues, motivation concerns, social skills, and identity development.
We can all agree that childhood and adolescence can be an exciting time; yet it is also a time of change, transition, and uncertainty. Some of these challenges are a normal part of maturing and growing up. However, that doesn’t make them any less uncomfortable to experience and overcome. As a therapist who also has experience working within the educational realm, my priority focuses on children and adolescent well-being. I aim to support individuals with common struggles such as anxiety, depression, bullying, body-image issues, motivation concerns, social skills, and identity development.
Kimberly Schlegel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6C
Life's journey can be challenging for those who find themselves in the demanding role of a caregiver. Whether you are supporting children, adults, or older adults, the role of caregiving often requires one to give deeply of themselves. Caregiver stress, burden, and burnout are common. With a deep passion for fostering mental and emotional health and resilience, I bring a wealth of experience and person- and family-centered approach to caregiver support. As a seasoned support, I understand the many unique challenges that caregivers face.
Life's journey can be challenging for those who find themselves in the demanding role of a caregiver. Whether you are supporting children, adults, or older adults, the role of caregiving often requires one to give deeply of themselves. Caregiver stress, burden, and burnout are common. With a deep passion for fostering mental and emotional health and resilience, I bring a wealth of experience and person- and family-centered approach to caregiver support. As a seasoned support, I understand the many unique challenges that caregivers face.
Hina Islam
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CCC, CYC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6H
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck in the past? Do you long for a compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgement? My name is Hina and I am here to offer you that unwavering support throughout your journey towards healing and personal growth. I understand that seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step. As a therapist, I am committed to creating a safe and empathetic environment where you can feel heard, validated, and understood. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or seeking clarity during a life transition, I am here to support you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck in the past? Do you long for a compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgement? My name is Hina and I am here to offer you that unwavering support throughout your journey towards healing and personal growth. I understand that seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step. As a therapist, I am committed to creating a safe and empathetic environment where you can feel heard, validated, and understood. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or seeking clarity during a life transition, I am here to support you.
Brenda Darlene Macgillivray
Registered Social Worker, BAACYS, MSWRSW, CISM, SEP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6H (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you have been struggling to find your voice, afraid to express your authentic feelings and connect with your truth; I can help you identify, understand and work through barriers that keep you stuck.
You don't have to keep repeating old, unproductive or harmful patterns. Therapy can help you regain your power, identify what's keeping you stuck and help you enjoy renewed relationships with family, friends and co-workers.
Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, loss, separation, divorce; abuse, family and work pressures, contribute to disharmony, imbalance, confusion and stress.
If you have been struggling to find your voice, afraid to express your authentic feelings and connect with your truth; I can help you identify, understand and work through barriers that keep you stuck.
You don't have to keep repeating old, unproductive or harmful patterns. Therapy can help you regain your power, identify what's keeping you stuck and help you enjoy renewed relationships with family, friends and co-workers.
Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, loss, separation, divorce; abuse, family and work pressures, contribute to disharmony, imbalance, confusion and stress.
Charlene Smolen - Key Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
We all experience roadblocks in our lives that impact our relationships, work, health and well-being. These experiences can be difficult to navigate alone, and may leave us feeling frustrated, fearful, hopeless or burnt out. As someone who values the importance of a well-balanced life, I am dedicated to helping individuals find healing through challenging situations. By exploring your strengths and values in a safe and comfortable environment, we will develop an action plan that will guide you to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life, even in the face of adversity.
We all experience roadblocks in our lives that impact our relationships, work, health and well-being. These experiences can be difficult to navigate alone, and may leave us feeling frustrated, fearful, hopeless or burnt out. As someone who values the importance of a well-balanced life, I am dedicated to helping individuals find healing through challenging situations. By exploring your strengths and values in a safe and comfortable environment, we will develop an action plan that will guide you to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life, even in the face of adversity.
Emma Wilson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
The individuals and families that I support, experience feelings of overwhelm and find themselves ‘stuck’ in patterns or strategies that hinder their well being. Avoidance, anger outbursts, intense worrying, controlling tendencies, substance use, and disconnecting from ourselves and the people we care for, are just some of the strategies we use to cope with life’s stress. We can become deeply stuck in these patterns even at the expense of our own well-being, and/or inter-personal relationships. Luckily, our brains and bodies are capable of great change. Restoring ourselves to a more optimal way of being, is possible.
The individuals and families that I support, experience feelings of overwhelm and find themselves ‘stuck’ in patterns or strategies that hinder their well being. Avoidance, anger outbursts, intense worrying, controlling tendencies, substance use, and disconnecting from ourselves and the people we care for, are just some of the strategies we use to cope with life’s stress. We can become deeply stuck in these patterns even at the expense of our own well-being, and/or inter-personal relationships. Luckily, our brains and bodies are capable of great change. Restoring ourselves to a more optimal way of being, is possible.
Melanie Wuytenburg
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N5X
I believe that everyone is doing their best at any given moment and that everyone has the ability to heal. Many people I work with are tired of old patterns of behaviours, thoughts and beliefs interfering in their lives. They hold a curiosity about wanting to learn more about their emotions, relationships with others and their inner world. With compassion, I support individuals to engage in exploring how such patterns, thoughts and beliefs are held within the body, impacting their relationship with themselves and others.
I believe that everyone is doing their best at any given moment and that everyone has the ability to heal. Many people I work with are tired of old patterns of behaviours, thoughts and beliefs interfering in their lives. They hold a curiosity about wanting to learn more about their emotions, relationships with others and their inner world. With compassion, I support individuals to engage in exploring how such patterns, thoughts and beliefs are held within the body, impacting their relationship with themselves and others.
Lucas Roe
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6C
Are you currently navigating feelings of anxiety, depression, or overwhelm? Perhaps you're experiencing stress, isolation, or uncertainty, and you're not sure where to turn for support. It's okay to feel this way and I want you to know that you're not alone. I've faced my own challenges, which have led me to a deep passion for helping others on their unique paths to healing.
Are you currently navigating feelings of anxiety, depression, or overwhelm? Perhaps you're experiencing stress, isolation, or uncertainty, and you're not sure where to turn for support. It's okay to feel this way and I want you to know that you're not alone. I've faced my own challenges, which have led me to a deep passion for helping others on their unique paths to healing.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in London, ON
800+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in London, ON who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
81% | Self Esteem |
81% | Stress |
80% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Coping Skills |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
59% | Green Shield Canada |
52% | SunLife |
51% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in London, ON see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in London?
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.