Therapists in Kemble, ON

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Ann Marie Deas
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CH&LC
Verified Verified
Kemble, ON N0H
I am a Registered Social Worker and Certified Health and Life coach. With this powerful combination, I empower people to come back from stress, anxiety, burnout or depression, stronger, healthier and more energized than before! Do you spend your time taking care of others and then find there’s nothing left for you by the end of the day? Are you dealing with stress, anxiety or depression but feel you should be able to handle it all? Or are you struggling with a major life transition? If you answered yes, you are not alone and it doesn’t have to be this way.
I am a Registered Social Worker and Certified Health and Life coach. With this powerful combination, I empower people to come back from stress, anxiety, burnout or depression, stronger, healthier and more energized than before! Do you spend your time taking care of others and then find there’s nothing left for you by the end of the day? Are you dealing with stress, anxiety or depression but feel you should be able to handle it all? Or are you struggling with a major life transition? If you answered yes, you are not alone and it doesn’t have to be this way.
(226) 918-6108 View (226) 918-6108

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Cardinal Therapies
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elgin, ON N0H  (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed and finding it hard to prioritize your health? Worried this is hurting your relationships? Psychotherapy can help improve your health, functioning and well-being. It is a source of support when facing tough life transitions, adapting to changes in your health, experiencing loss and grief, or for mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. At the core of my practice is a commitment to help you identify challenges and barriers in your life and develop skills for overcoming them with confidence.
Feeling overwhelmed and finding it hard to prioritize your health? Worried this is hurting your relationships? Psychotherapy can help improve your health, functioning and well-being. It is a source of support when facing tough life transitions, adapting to changes in your health, experiencing loss and grief, or for mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. At the core of my practice is a commitment to help you identify challenges and barriers in your life and develop skills for overcoming them with confidence.
(548) 488-3134 View (548) 488-3134
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Sylvia L Plester-Silk
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wiarton, ON N0H
Are you seeking an alternative way of healing and ready to explore? Open to letting go of old hurts in order to experience a breakthrough? You desire to release your old patterns of behaviour and are seeking a therapist that will partner with you by listening deeply, challenging you, and celebrating with you. You are motivated to do the work to get the results you’ve always wanted (in individual or group sessions). I work with women who serve others in healing arts and business. These women are family-oriented and many don’t want to parent like your parents did.
Are you seeking an alternative way of healing and ready to explore? Open to letting go of old hurts in order to experience a breakthrough? You desire to release your old patterns of behaviour and are seeking a therapist that will partner with you by listening deeply, challenging you, and celebrating with you. You are motivated to do the work to get the results you’ve always wanted (in individual or group sessions). I work with women who serve others in healing arts and business. These women are family-oriented and many don’t want to parent like your parents did.
(226) 407-4596 View (226) 407-4596
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Rebecca Dupont
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BEd, RP(Q), OCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elgin, ON N0H
I personally know how it feels to be overwhelmed by the demands of school, work, everyday responsibilities and personal relationships. When challenged by the symptoms of AD(H)D, anxiety or depression everyone can become burdened by life's distractions, unable to prioritize and find the time to nurture relationships, pursue personal interests, meet desired goals and find peace and happiness in our day. To facilitate the changes you would like to see, I will create a safe place to process relationship issues, symptoms related to AD(H)D, trauma, depression, anxiety that have impacted your quality of life.
I personally know how it feels to be overwhelmed by the demands of school, work, everyday responsibilities and personal relationships. When challenged by the symptoms of AD(H)D, anxiety or depression everyone can become burdened by life's distractions, unable to prioritize and find the time to nurture relationships, pursue personal interests, meet desired goals and find peace and happiness in our day. To facilitate the changes you would like to see, I will create a safe place to process relationship issues, symptoms related to AD(H)D, trauma, depression, anxiety that have impacted your quality of life.
(226) 779-7726 View (226) 779-7726
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Inner Roots Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Port Elgin, ON N0H
Waitlist for new clients
Are you searching for a place to talk about, and better understand, something difficult you’ve been struggling with? Or to work towards your personal goals? Do you need a genuinely caring environment to help alleviate negative thoughts, stress, or anxiety? Are you experiencing grief or a difficult life stressor or transition? Parenting stress, or mood changes during pregnancy or postpartum? Feeling not yourself, depressed, or anxious? Have you experienced trauma that is negatively impacting your mental health?
Are you searching for a place to talk about, and better understand, something difficult you’ve been struggling with? Or to work towards your personal goals? Do you need a genuinely caring environment to help alleviate negative thoughts, stress, or anxiety? Are you experiencing grief or a difficult life stressor or transition? Parenting stress, or mood changes during pregnancy or postpartum? Feeling not yourself, depressed, or anxious? Have you experienced trauma that is negatively impacting your mental health?
(226) 910-0861 View (226) 910-0861
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Dr. Shari Geller - Centre for MindBody Health
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Port Elgin, ON N0H
Shari is a Registered Psychologist with over 30 years’ experience. She is an author and leader in the field of Therapeutic Presence and certified teacher of Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). Shari is a certified therapist and supervisor in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). She serves on the teaching faculty in Health Psychology at York University and is an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto. She is on the steering committee and part of the core faculty of the Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy (SCIP) certificate program.
Shari is a Registered Psychologist with over 30 years’ experience. She is an author and leader in the field of Therapeutic Presence and certified teacher of Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). Shari is a certified therapist and supervisor in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). She serves on the teaching faculty in Health Psychology at York University and is an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto. She is on the steering committee and part of the core faculty of the Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy (SCIP) certificate program.
(647) 699-2596 View (647) 699-2596
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Jeffi Farquharson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornbury, ON N0H  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are dealing with the fallout of having been betrayed or violated by an important person or institution in your life, therapy can help you make sense of it all and begin to find healing. Life experiences like this can leave you feeling overwhelmed and questioning everything you thought you knew about yourself and the world. You might even wonder if anything can really help. I support people who are working through grief, trauma, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, religious abuse, dissociation, anxiety, burnout, ADHD, interpersonal violence, and more. People of all genders, sexualities, and abilities are warmly welcomed.
If you are dealing with the fallout of having been betrayed or violated by an important person or institution in your life, therapy can help you make sense of it all and begin to find healing. Life experiences like this can leave you feeling overwhelmed and questioning everything you thought you knew about yourself and the world. You might even wonder if anything can really help. I support people who are working through grief, trauma, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, religious abuse, dissociation, anxiety, burnout, ADHD, interpersonal violence, and more. People of all genders, sexualities, and abilities are warmly welcomed.
(548) 490-5008 View (548) 490-5008
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Dana Rourke
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elgin, ON N0H
I believe deeply in the transformative power of a non-judgemental space where all of you is welcome. In the past, you may have made the wise choice to separate from who you were to create safety. In the present, this fragmentation can give rise to anxiety, depression, disordered eating, aggression/anger, and an overall feeling of being lost and purposeless—all contributing to difficulty in everyday life. I see my role as a compassionate companion, walking along side clients on their journey back home to their authentic self, by supporting their innate capacity for growth and change.
I believe deeply in the transformative power of a non-judgemental space where all of you is welcome. In the past, you may have made the wise choice to separate from who you were to create safety. In the present, this fragmentation can give rise to anxiety, depression, disordered eating, aggression/anger, and an overall feeling of being lost and purposeless—all contributing to difficulty in everyday life. I see my role as a compassionate companion, walking along side clients on their journey back home to their authentic self, by supporting their innate capacity for growth and change.
(548) 798-0093 View (548) 798-0093
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Frost Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Owen Sound, ON N4K
My goal is to help individuals learn more about themselves through clinical psychological assessments. Assessments may help you gain some insight into diagnoses and underlying reasons why you are having difficulties. They also provide you with valuable recommendations and supports to help you thrive in your day-to-day life.
My goal is to help individuals learn more about themselves through clinical psychological assessments. Assessments may help you gain some insight into diagnoses and underlying reasons why you are having difficulties. They also provide you with valuable recommendations and supports to help you thrive in your day-to-day life.
(226) 839-0005 View (226) 839-0005
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Diane Amanda Liska
Registered Psychotherapist, HBSc, MACP, RP, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elgin, ON N0H
Not accepting new clients
Everyday stress, overwhelming life events and/or trauma can have significant impacts on our mental and physical well-being. In an attempt to relieve this suffering, we may develop certain coping strategies over time. Although these coping strategies may be unhealthy or unhelpful in some way, they signify your strength and resilience. If you are having difficulties connecting with your own resiliency, or the intensity of your emotions feels too overwhelming to navigate on your own, finding support and guidance in a responsible therapeutic relationship is a good place to start.
Everyday stress, overwhelming life events and/or trauma can have significant impacts on our mental and physical well-being. In an attempt to relieve this suffering, we may develop certain coping strategies over time. Although these coping strategies may be unhealthy or unhelpful in some way, they signify your strength and resilience. If you are having difficulties connecting with your own resiliency, or the intensity of your emotions feels too overwhelming to navigate on your own, finding support and guidance in a responsible therapeutic relationship is a good place to start.
(226) 841-8220 View (226) 841-8220
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Sam Boulazreg @ Psychotherapy For You
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elgin, ON N0H  (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychotherapist (qualifying) with a master's degree in counseling psychology. I have been working in the mental health field and have experience helping individuals of all ages navigate various challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma.
I am a licensed psychotherapist (qualifying) with a master's degree in counseling psychology. I have been working in the mental health field and have experience helping individuals of all ages navigate various challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma.
(343) 633-3766 View (343) 633-3766
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Deborah Lynn Houston
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, ON N0H
My varied experience working with groups, couples, families or individuals including children and my 28-year certification in Breathwork married with my completion of university 13 years ago in counseling and addiction studies offers a powerful combination to address; anxiety, depression, grief, loss, addiction including technology addiction or just feeling lost. Your safe inclusive space welcomes you on the shores of Georgian Bay in Collingwood, Ontario or over zoom virtual connection throughout Canada. No need to figure it out alone, lets figure it out together.
My varied experience working with groups, couples, families or individuals including children and my 28-year certification in Breathwork married with my completion of university 13 years ago in counseling and addiction studies offers a powerful combination to address; anxiety, depression, grief, loss, addiction including technology addiction or just feeling lost. Your safe inclusive space welcomes you on the shores of Georgian Bay in Collingwood, Ontario or over zoom virtual connection throughout Canada. No need to figure it out alone, lets figure it out together.
(249) 488-1396 View (249) 488-1396
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Nancy McCaskill
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW, BEd, BA
Verified Verified
Shallow Lake, ON N0H
Not accepting new clients
I am interested in helping adults, adolescents, and families work through challenges related to trauma and PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, grief, relationship conflict and separation and divorce. My practice is a person-centered, strengths based approach working collaboratively with clients to reach their goals. I believe in creating a warm and empathic environment where my clients feel respect, understanding and trust. I provide my clients with unconditional support, education and tools that help foster inner resources, self-compassion and resiliency.
I am interested in helping adults, adolescents, and families work through challenges related to trauma and PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, grief, relationship conflict and separation and divorce. My practice is a person-centered, strengths based approach working collaboratively with clients to reach their goals. I believe in creating a warm and empathic environment where my clients feel respect, understanding and trust. I provide my clients with unconditional support, education and tools that help foster inner resources, self-compassion and resiliency.
(226) 777-6830 View (226) 777-6830
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Joanna Thornley
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Thornbury, ON N0H  (Online Only)
My name is Joanna and I am a registered clinical Social Worker. Accessing therapy takes immense courage and I am honoured to support you in taking this step. I work from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective. I provide counselling to adolescents and adults experiencing a variety of challenges including; anxiety, depression, unhelpful thinking patterns, low self-esteem, workplace/school concerns, relationship conflict, and complex trauma. I believe that engaging in therapy will help you to develop effective coping skills and enhance your inherent resiliency to manage stressors in life.
My name is Joanna and I am a registered clinical Social Worker. Accessing therapy takes immense courage and I am honoured to support you in taking this step. I work from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective. I provide counselling to adolescents and adults experiencing a variety of challenges including; anxiety, depression, unhelpful thinking patterns, low self-esteem, workplace/school concerns, relationship conflict, and complex trauma. I believe that engaging in therapy will help you to develop effective coping skills and enhance your inherent resiliency to manage stressors in life.
(226) 401-5419 View (226) 401-5419
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Hayley Filman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elgin, ON N0H  (Online Only)
I believe that every person has the innate capacity to become the best version of themselves. Accepting yourself for who you are and connecting to your own wisdom and strength is what motivates me as a therapist. Together we will find unique strategies to help you move toward your goals and work through challenges, while becoming a better friend to yourself. My approach to therapy is collaborative and integrative, which means we will work together to find an effective approach that fits for you. I have a particular interest in helping people who have experienced trauma.
I believe that every person has the innate capacity to become the best version of themselves. Accepting yourself for who you are and connecting to your own wisdom and strength is what motivates me as a therapist. Together we will find unique strategies to help you move toward your goals and work through challenges, while becoming a better friend to yourself. My approach to therapy is collaborative and integrative, which means we will work together to find an effective approach that fits for you. I have a particular interest in helping people who have experienced trauma.
(647) 360-8721 View (647) 360-8721
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The Therapy Team - Emily
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, ON N0H  (Online Only)
I understand that anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma and other life transitions can leave you feeling lost and hopeless. I am dedicated to helping you reconnect to your relationships, your life and yourself. I offer an approach which promotes your strengths and recognizes the importance of allowing you to set your own pace to healing. My eclectic therapeutic style allows me the flexibility to draw on various modalities. I will create a supportive environment where you will feel safe, heard and comfortable with a gentle, curious and playful therapy style.
I understand that anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma and other life transitions can leave you feeling lost and hopeless. I am dedicated to helping you reconnect to your relationships, your life and yourself. I offer an approach which promotes your strengths and recognizes the importance of allowing you to set your own pace to healing. My eclectic therapeutic style allows me the flexibility to draw on various modalities. I will create a supportive environment where you will feel safe, heard and comfortable with a gentle, curious and playful therapy style.
(343) 453-5206 View (343) 453-5206
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Sarah Thomas
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA
Verified Verified
Thornbury, ON N0H
Coming to therapy may feel daunting and overwhelming. These feelings or any others that may arise are entirely normal. Reaching out for support may be a big step and moment to celebrate. I work from a trauma-informed lens where we ask, "What happened to you?" instead of "What is wrong with you?". I understand that your life experiences have impacted how you see and interact with the world. Your perception, thoughts, feelings, emotions, and behaviours are present to keep you safe and are valid. Sometimes, what was once adaptive is no longer serving you.
Coming to therapy may feel daunting and overwhelming. These feelings or any others that may arise are entirely normal. Reaching out for support may be a big step and moment to celebrate. I work from a trauma-informed lens where we ask, "What happened to you?" instead of "What is wrong with you?". I understand that your life experiences have impacted how you see and interact with the world. Your perception, thoughts, feelings, emotions, and behaviours are present to keep you safe and are valid. Sometimes, what was once adaptive is no longer serving you.
(249) 496-2251 View (249) 496-2251
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Mandi Lamb
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Sauble Beach, ON N0H
Having grown up in Wiarton, I have seen the changes and challenges with rural living first hand, and I know that sometimes all we need is someone to walk with us through the challenging moments of our day to day lives. When working with clients, the most important thing for me to do is LISTEN. You are the writer of your own story and you know best what it is your are looking for from our relationship. I promise to do my best to challenge you, support you, and cheer you on as you look within yourself to find the answers and see the change that you are seeking. One thing I know for sure is, people are strong and resilient.
Having grown up in Wiarton, I have seen the changes and challenges with rural living first hand, and I know that sometimes all we need is someone to walk with us through the challenging moments of our day to day lives. When working with clients, the most important thing for me to do is LISTEN. You are the writer of your own story and you know best what it is your are looking for from our relationship. I promise to do my best to challenge you, support you, and cheer you on as you look within yourself to find the answers and see the change that you are seeking. One thing I know for sure is, people are strong and resilient.
(226) 286-8573 View (226) 286-8573
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Steven Green
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elgin, ON N0H
Waitlist for new clients
I work with military veterans, and supporting first responders, particularly those new to policing, fire and EMS. 24+ yrs working in family support & mental health. 14+ yrs working with active duty military, I am knowledgeable & comfortable with military rank & culture, and the array of CAF operational environments. I support the development & maintenance of mental resilience, and recovery when there is traumatic exposure on the job. My focus is trauma, PTSD & operational stress injuries. I am familiar with the conflict between duty & honour vs. the impact of war and/or emergency services, and resulting moral injury.
I work with military veterans, and supporting first responders, particularly those new to policing, fire and EMS. 24+ yrs working in family support & mental health. 14+ yrs working with active duty military, I am knowledgeable & comfortable with military rank & culture, and the array of CAF operational environments. I support the development & maintenance of mental resilience, and recovery when there is traumatic exposure on the job. My focus is trauma, PTSD & operational stress injuries. I am familiar with the conflict between duty & honour vs. the impact of war and/or emergency services, and resulting moral injury.
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Soulscape Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BAHon, RP
Verified Verified
Port Elgin, ON N0H
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
(289) 803-5817 View (289) 803-5817

How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Kemble, ON

< 10

Counsellors in Kemble, ON who prioritize treating:

100% Relationship Issues
100% Depression
100% Anxiety
100% Life Coaching
100% Grief
100% Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
100% Spirituality

Average years in practice

38 Years

Gender breakdown

100% Female

How Counsellors in Kemble, ON see their clients

100% In Person and Online
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Kemble?

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.

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.