Therapists in N2J

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Jonathan David Snowball
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCT, MDiv
8 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you suffer from anxiety or depression? Are you overwhelmed by worry, intrusive thoughts, low motivation, or constant fatigue? Struggling to sleep, focus, or cope with stress? You’re not alone—and you’ve found the right therapist. I help clients develop coping skills, set boundaries, regulate emotions, and build a healthier, more balanced life.
Do you suffer from anxiety or depression? Are you overwhelmed by worry, intrusive thoughts, low motivation, or constant fatigue? Struggling to sleep, focus, or cope with stress? You’re not alone—and you’ve found the right therapist. I help clients develop coping skills, set boundaries, regulate emotions, and build a healthier, more balanced life.
(365) 652-3311 View (365) 652-3311
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Nathaniel Khaleel
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
13 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Our work together will be based on you being heard. Your trust in me, your confidence in the process, and your insight into your life are the foundation of my practice. Regardless of my training and expertise, I believe that you are the expert of your own life. It will not be my role to put your experience into a box to be neatly categorized and labelled. You are a dynamic presence unlike anyone else and, just like everyone else, you deserve the respect and dignity of having your presence acknowledged.
Our work together will be based on you being heard. Your trust in me, your confidence in the process, and your insight into your life are the foundation of my practice. Regardless of my training and expertise, I believe that you are the expert of your own life. It will not be my role to put your experience into a box to be neatly categorized and labelled. You are a dynamic presence unlike anyone else and, just like everyone else, you deserve the respect and dignity of having your presence acknowledged.
(548) 483-6269 View (548) 483-6269
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Josh Rinz
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, AAT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal client is neurodivergent or parenting a neurodivergent child, and they’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood. They’re seeking a therapist who truly “gets it”—someone who brings both lived experience and clinical expertise. Their goals might include building emotional resilience, improving relationships, navigating new diagnoses, or just having a space to be themselves without judgment. They want therapy that’s affirming, practical, and tailored to how they think, feel, and grow.
My ideal client is neurodivergent or parenting a neurodivergent child, and they’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood. They’re seeking a therapist who truly “gets it”—someone who brings both lived experience and clinical expertise. Their goals might include building emotional resilience, improving relationships, navigating new diagnoses, or just having a space to be themselves without judgment. They want therapy that’s affirming, practical, and tailored to how they think, feel, and grow.
(226) 702-4667 View (226) 702-4667
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Tina Lackner
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CPT
Waterloo, ON N2J
High performers know how to push—hard. You're driven, relentless, and people rely on you to deliver. But under the surface, there’s pressure, perfectionism, anxiety, exhaustion. Whether you're a high-achieving teen, elite athlete, entrepreneur, or executive, you’re tired of living in overdrive. You crave more than achievement—you want peace, clarity, connection. You want to stop burning out in silence and start showing up for your life with intention and strength.
High performers know how to push—hard. You're driven, relentless, and people rely on you to deliver. But under the surface, there’s pressure, perfectionism, anxiety, exhaustion. Whether you're a high-achieving teen, elite athlete, entrepreneur, or executive, you’re tired of living in overdrive. You crave more than achievement—you want peace, clarity, connection. You want to stop burning out in silence and start showing up for your life with intention and strength.
(548) 488-3278 View (548) 488-3278
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KW Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Waterloo, ON N2J
Welcome to KW Psychology where compassionate listening and evidence-based treatment converge to empower you to overcome challenges and rediscover joyful living. We are deeply rooted in the KW community with several of our Psychologists having served the needs of residents for over 25 years and have an important understanding of the unique needs of this community. We are a team of dedicated clinicians who have extensive training in assessment and evidence-based treatment of psychological problems. The goal of our practice is to provide psychological services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
Welcome to KW Psychology where compassionate listening and evidence-based treatment converge to empower you to overcome challenges and rediscover joyful living. We are deeply rooted in the KW community with several of our Psychologists having served the needs of residents for over 25 years and have an important understanding of the unique needs of this community. We are a team of dedicated clinicians who have extensive training in assessment and evidence-based treatment of psychological problems. The goal of our practice is to provide psychological services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
(519) 725-7949 View (519) 725-7949
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Transformation Counselling, In-Person & Online
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Waterloo, ON N2J
Transformation Counselling is Waterloo's largest in-person and online private counselling centre with over 30 registered psychotherapists and registered social workers to choose from. We offer personalized and inclusive counselling services for adults, teens, couples, and families in-person and online. Our goal is to help you find a therapist that's the right fit for you so that you can get the help you need sooner than later.
Transformation Counselling is Waterloo's largest in-person and online private counselling centre with over 30 registered psychotherapists and registered social workers to choose from. We offer personalized and inclusive counselling services for adults, teens, couples, and families in-person and online. Our goal is to help you find a therapist that's the right fit for you so that you can get the help you need sooner than later.
(226) 641-6788 View (226) 641-6788
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Dr. Smolewska & Associates
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Waterloo, ON N2J
We provide assessment and treatment services across the lifespan with a Psychologist, Social Workers, Psychotherapists, and Occupational Therapists. We work with children, teens, and their families, as well as adults. Many of our clients are neurodiverse, have had some challenges in neurodevelopment, and have anxiety or depression. We help individuals better understand themselves from a neurocognitive and emotional health perspective, and provide therapy services within a multidisciplinary setting to address each person's unique needs.
We provide assessment and treatment services across the lifespan with a Psychologist, Social Workers, Psychotherapists, and Occupational Therapists. We work with children, teens, and their families, as well as adults. Many of our clients are neurodiverse, have had some challenges in neurodevelopment, and have anxiety or depression. We help individuals better understand themselves from a neurocognitive and emotional health perspective, and provide therapy services within a multidisciplinary setting to address each person's unique needs.
(226) 773-5021 View (226) 773-5021
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Alexandria Testani
Registered Social Worker, BA, RSW, MSW, RSSW
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Have you ever felt disconnected from yourself or others? Do you tend to prioritize others' needs over your own? Do you sometimes feel that life could be better or happier? Many people today feel anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure about navigating their relationships, careers, and lives. Neglecting your own needs can have detrimental long-term effects on your mental and physical well-being. I believe that living a fulfilling life shouldn't be so difficult.
Have you ever felt disconnected from yourself or others? Do you tend to prioritize others' needs over your own? Do you sometimes feel that life could be better or happier? Many people today feel anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure about navigating their relationships, careers, and lives. Neglecting your own needs can have detrimental long-term effects on your mental and physical well-being. I believe that living a fulfilling life shouldn't be so difficult.
(226) 798-5026 View (226) 798-5026
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Best Behaviour
Registered Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
We work with children and adolescents aged 7 to 17, and adults 18+, providing direct therapy and parental/caregiver support. We work with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, and other mental illnesses. We also work with clients who have not received a formal diagnosis. Some common reasons to seek therapy might be low or depressed mood, anxiety, emotional regulation/anger management/conflict with family members, peers, teachers or other behavioural challenges.
We work with children and adolescents aged 7 to 17, and adults 18+, providing direct therapy and parental/caregiver support. We work with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, and other mental illnesses. We also work with clients who have not received a formal diagnosis. Some common reasons to seek therapy might be low or depressed mood, anxiety, emotional regulation/anger management/conflict with family members, peers, teachers or other behavioural challenges.
(226) 705-0431 View (226) 705-0431
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Chris Mullin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
5 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I’m Chris. Let’s create a space where you can express yourself authentically and talk about some of the things going on in your life. Through our therapeutic work we can untangle the knotted string of thoughts, emotions, and sensations that may be creating stress. There are so many factors that impact mental health and that is why I strive to provide comprehensive support for all the different aspects of you. Through the strengths you already possess and a therapeutic approach that is personally tailored to you, we can work towards managing the difficulties inherent in life and empower you to reach your full potential.
Hi, I’m Chris. Let’s create a space where you can express yourself authentically and talk about some of the things going on in your life. Through our therapeutic work we can untangle the knotted string of thoughts, emotions, and sensations that may be creating stress. There are so many factors that impact mental health and that is why I strive to provide comprehensive support for all the different aspects of you. Through the strengths you already possess and a therapeutic approach that is personally tailored to you, we can work towards managing the difficulties inherent in life and empower you to reach your full potential.
(226) 400-4086 View (226) 400-4086
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Dr. Sol Pound
Psychologist, PhD
Waterloo, ON N2J
I am here to support your child, teen, or young adult in building the skills and strategies they need to manage anxiety, frustration, low mood, intrusive thoughts, or social challenges. I also offer specialized treatment for OCD and tics. If you're a young person seeking therapy, you might feel overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with self-doubt, or stuck in a low mood that's holding you back from enjoying life. Maybe you're hoping to strengthen relationships or improve at school. Whatever your goals, we can work together to help you reach them!
I am here to support your child, teen, or young adult in building the skills and strategies they need to manage anxiety, frustration, low mood, intrusive thoughts, or social challenges. I also offer specialized treatment for OCD and tics. If you're a young person seeking therapy, you might feel overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with self-doubt, or stuck in a low mood that's holding you back from enjoying life. Maybe you're hoping to strengthen relationships or improve at school. Whatever your goals, we can work together to help you reach them!
(226) 546-1842 View (226) 546-1842
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Elizabeth Stevens
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Waterloo, ON N2J
I am a clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience who specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents who are struggling with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. I work collaboratively with each child and family to set goals and develop a treatment plan that is best suited to their unique situation. Therapy involves helping children and adolescents increase understanding and awareness of their thoughts and feelings and to support them to develop helpful ways of coping with their challenges.
I am a clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience who specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents who are struggling with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. I work collaboratively with each child and family to set goals and develop a treatment plan that is best suited to their unique situation. Therapy involves helping children and adolescents increase understanding and awareness of their thoughts and feelings and to support them to develop helpful ways of coping with their challenges.
(226) 212-7356 View (226) 212-7356
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Zoey Hu
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS
Waterloo, ON N2J
When life feels overwhelming, Zoey Hu is here to help you navigate the challenges and regain balance. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, workplace stress, or navigating complex cultural dynamics as a second-generation immigrant or international student, Zoey provides compassionate care tailored to your unique journey. With her support, you can move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. Zoey understands that each person’s story is unique. Having worked with professionals, students, and families, she specializes in helping you manage academic pressures, workplace challenges, and relationship stress.
When life feels overwhelming, Zoey Hu is here to help you navigate the challenges and regain balance. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, workplace stress, or navigating complex cultural dynamics as a second-generation immigrant or international student, Zoey provides compassionate care tailored to your unique journey. With her support, you can move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. Zoey understands that each person’s story is unique. Having worked with professionals, students, and families, she specializes in helping you manage academic pressures, workplace challenges, and relationship stress.
(226) 907-5012 View (226) 907-5012
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Carlee Demoe
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Are you having difficulty or feeling overwhelmed while navigating life’s challenges? Stress and anxiety are often a part of our everyday experiences, and these experiences can be intricate and challenging. Through an integrative framework of narrative and person-centered therapy, Carlee focuses on promoting self-evaluation of experience with empathic support.
Are you having difficulty or feeling overwhelmed while navigating life’s challenges? Stress and anxiety are often a part of our everyday experiences, and these experiences can be intricate and challenging. Through an integrative framework of narrative and person-centered therapy, Carlee focuses on promoting self-evaluation of experience with empathic support.
(226) 796-5721 View (226) 796-5721
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Jeff Kentel
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Hi, I'm Jeff Kentel, and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist passionate about helping people like you navigate life's challenges with greater ease and confidence. With over 20 years of experience, I've had the privilege of walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they've worked through everything from anxiety and trauma to relationship concerns and major life transitions.
Hi, I'm Jeff Kentel, and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist passionate about helping people like you navigate life's challenges with greater ease and confidence. With over 20 years of experience, I've had the privilege of walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they've worked through everything from anxiety and trauma to relationship concerns and major life transitions.
(548) 490-2005 View (548) 490-2005
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Fariba Nabati
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Longing for a sense of purpose or hoping to untangle from past trauma? Craving deeper connection and understanding in your relationships? Therapy can help. I’m Fariba, and I’m here to make this process easier for you. In our sessions, I offer a flexible, easy-going approach, no judgment, just genuine warmth and compassion. Together, we’ll explore your concerns and unpack your past so you can begin to understand how your experiences have shaped you. Therapy with me is a collaborative journey to discover your strengths, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and support your personal and spiritual growth.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Longing for a sense of purpose or hoping to untangle from past trauma? Craving deeper connection and understanding in your relationships? Therapy can help. I’m Fariba, and I’m here to make this process easier for you. In our sessions, I offer a flexible, easy-going approach, no judgment, just genuine warmth and compassion. Together, we’ll explore your concerns and unpack your past so you can begin to understand how your experiences have shaped you. Therapy with me is a collaborative journey to discover your strengths, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and support your personal and spiritual growth.
(226) 784-1887 View (226) 784-1887
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Jordan Daniel Hunsberger
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
I am a registered psychotherapist who cares a lot about helping individuals and couples find their way to greater wellbeing when facing life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, grief, or just trying to manage everyday ups and downs, I'm here to offer support.
I am a registered psychotherapist who cares a lot about helping individuals and couples find their way to greater wellbeing when facing life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, grief, or just trying to manage everyday ups and downs, I'm here to offer support.
(226) 313-2378 View (226) 313-2378
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Bethany Hanman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
I have a passion for working with adults who are noticing childhood trauma responses appearing in their present lives. To me, therapy is the opportunity to not just notice our patterns of behaviour, but explore their beginnings, their uses and their limitations. We can deepen our understanding of ourselves through therapy by asking "what purpose does this serve?" and opening ourselves up to change by offering our past selves compassion for their efforts. I typically see client who are coming to work with me after previous experience in therapy, feeling a desire to figure out the "why" behind long term patterns of thought.
I have a passion for working with adults who are noticing childhood trauma responses appearing in their present lives. To me, therapy is the opportunity to not just notice our patterns of behaviour, but explore their beginnings, their uses and their limitations. We can deepen our understanding of ourselves through therapy by asking "what purpose does this serve?" and opening ourselves up to change by offering our past selves compassion for their efforts. I typically see client who are coming to work with me after previous experience in therapy, feeling a desire to figure out the "why" behind long term patterns of thought.
(226) 457-1836 View (226) 457-1836
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Shambhvi Sharma
Registered Psychotherapist, RSSW, ExAT, MA, BA
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with things around being a lot to handle lately? May be it is finding your identity, your roots, challenges in your relationships with your loved ones or difficulties at workplace which is making you feel overwhelmed, hopeless, anxious and frustrated. It may feel like no one listens, no one understands, no one cares which can give a sense of feeling depressed, stuck, alone and lost. It might be affecting your quality of life, your motivation, your happiness and you are looking for some guidance or a safe place to reflect and work on your mental well being and to feel like yourself again!
Are you struggling with things around being a lot to handle lately? May be it is finding your identity, your roots, challenges in your relationships with your loved ones or difficulties at workplace which is making you feel overwhelmed, hopeless, anxious and frustrated. It may feel like no one listens, no one understands, no one cares which can give a sense of feeling depressed, stuck, alone and lost. It might be affecting your quality of life, your motivation, your happiness and you are looking for some guidance or a safe place to reflect and work on your mental well being and to feel like yourself again!
(437) 747-4919 View (437) 747-4919
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Joanna Mofina
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Joanna Mofina, a Registered Nurse and Psychotherapist offering holistic wellness and psychotherapy for those feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained. If you're struggling with sleep issues, anxiety, or feeling uncertain about life changes, I help guide you toward clarity and direction. I specialize in helping people who feel stuck regain purpose using CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), solution-focused brief therapy, and mind-body healing to restore emotional resilience and well-being. I’m here to help you find balance, clarity, and a renewed sense of self.
Hi, I’m Joanna Mofina, a Registered Nurse and Psychotherapist offering holistic wellness and psychotherapy for those feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained. If you're struggling with sleep issues, anxiety, or feeling uncertain about life changes, I help guide you toward clarity and direction. I specialize in helping people who feel stuck regain purpose using CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), solution-focused brief therapy, and mind-body healing to restore emotional resilience and well-being. I’m here to help you find balance, clarity, and a renewed sense of self.
(548) 708-7652 View (548) 708-7652

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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in N2J

200+

Average cost per session

$155

Counsellors in N2J who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
87% Depression
86% Relationship Issues
82% Self Esteem
80% Stress
72% Coping Skills
71% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

74% Manulife
73% Green Shield Canada
68% SunLife

How Counsellors in N2J see their clients

72% In Person and Online
28% Online Only

Gender breakdown

80% Female
18% Male
2% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in N2J?

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.

Learn more about how to find a therapist

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.

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.

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.

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.