Therapists in Toronto, ON

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Noreen Goraya
Registered Social Worker, BSc, BSW, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
We all have our own beautiful, messy but ultimately unique stories. Who we are, and how we present ourselves to the world and the people around us, are defined by our narratives. Sometimes the challenge is that we may not recognize the power in other narratives. Together, we can create space to address, racial and/or gender identity, relationship patterns, transition periods, sexuality and any issues impacting you and your journey. I am passionate about hearing your story and providing a safe, brave and judgement-free space, to build on your core values and strengths to discover opportunities for growth and healing.
We all have our own beautiful, messy but ultimately unique stories. Who we are, and how we present ourselves to the world and the people around us, are defined by our narratives. Sometimes the challenge is that we may not recognize the power in other narratives. Together, we can create space to address, racial and/or gender identity, relationship patterns, transition periods, sexuality and any issues impacting you and your journey. I am passionate about hearing your story and providing a safe, brave and judgement-free space, to build on your core values and strengths to discover opportunities for growth and healing.
(437) 524-0120 View (437) 524-0120
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Kate Quinn
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I have a decade of experience working in the field of mental health in Toronto. My workplaces have included various children’s mental health organizations, family violence shelters, and community service organizations. I will always work from an anti-oppressive and strengths based perspective with a firm belief that you already have much of what you need to heal and lead a meaningful life.
I have a decade of experience working in the field of mental health in Toronto. My workplaces have included various children’s mental health organizations, family violence shelters, and community service organizations. I will always work from an anti-oppressive and strengths based perspective with a firm belief that you already have much of what you need to heal and lead a meaningful life.
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Aj Ware
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4J
Remember, you have the potential to live a happy and fulfilling life. My practice offers therapy to children (5+), youth, young adults, families, and couples. As a queer, gender-fluid therapist I am dedicated to the support of sexual identity and gender spectra as these are often issues that are accompanied by feelings of isolation and pain. In addition, I can support children, youth, and young adults with common problems such as overwhelm and anxiety, feelings of depression, trauma, navigating friendships and romantic relationships, improving sexual well-being as well as parenting support, family therapy, and couples therapy.
Remember, you have the potential to live a happy and fulfilling life. My practice offers therapy to children (5+), youth, young adults, families, and couples. As a queer, gender-fluid therapist I am dedicated to the support of sexual identity and gender spectra as these are often issues that are accompanied by feelings of isolation and pain. In addition, I can support children, youth, and young adults with common problems such as overwhelm and anxiety, feelings of depression, trauma, navigating friendships and romantic relationships, improving sexual well-being as well as parenting support, family therapy, and couples therapy.
(647) 492-4873 View (647) 492-4873
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Simon Erlich
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, MACP, CCC
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6J
Welcoming new clients. I provide meaningful support to those seeking positive change, self-understanding, and a desire to live more fully and authentically — in connection with themselves and others. Many of my clients are adults in their 20s and 30s — including students and early-career professionals — navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, the lingering impact of childhood trauma, or preparing for marriage/deeper commitment. I am a gentle and curious therapist, and I bring compassion, honesty, and a quality of stubbornness that I hope will be seen as an unfaltering commitment to support your journey and wellbeing.
Welcoming new clients. I provide meaningful support to those seeking positive change, self-understanding, and a desire to live more fully and authentically — in connection with themselves and others. Many of my clients are adults in their 20s and 30s — including students and early-career professionals — navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, the lingering impact of childhood trauma, or preparing for marriage/deeper commitment. I am a gentle and curious therapist, and I bring compassion, honesty, and a quality of stubbornness that I hope will be seen as an unfaltering commitment to support your journey and wellbeing.
(343) 321-1795 View (343) 321-1795
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Brian Danson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed? Life can feel especially challenging when stress, anxiety, or relationship difficulties take over. You might be feeling emotionally drained or questioning how to move forward. It’s common to get stuck in patterns that make it difficult to take the next step. Whether you're experiencing moments of sadness, burnout, or simply the weight of everyday pressures, therapy can offer a space to explore your emotions, identify what’s holding you back, and create lasting change. By understanding the roots of your struggles, you can gain clarity and move forward with greater confidence.
Feeling overwhelmed? Life can feel especially challenging when stress, anxiety, or relationship difficulties take over. You might be feeling emotionally drained or questioning how to move forward. It’s common to get stuck in patterns that make it difficult to take the next step. Whether you're experiencing moments of sadness, burnout, or simply the weight of everyday pressures, therapy can offer a space to explore your emotions, identify what’s holding you back, and create lasting change. By understanding the roots of your struggles, you can gain clarity and move forward with greater confidence.
(437) 747-6442 View (437) 747-6442
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Jessica Mucci
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd
Toronto, ON M5C
Do you find yourself ‘doom scrolling’ or engaging in other distractions, hoping they'll help you feel better—or just pushing through the day on autopilot? The demands of work, school, relationships, family, society, and even our own expectations, can take a toll in many ways. Unfelt emotions and racing thoughts can build up beneath the surface, showing up as stress, anxiety, exhaustion, or disconnection. While distractions may offer temporary relief, over time, you could remain stuck in unhelpful patterns. You don’t have to stay stuck or go through this alone.
Do you find yourself ‘doom scrolling’ or engaging in other distractions, hoping they'll help you feel better—or just pushing through the day on autopilot? The demands of work, school, relationships, family, society, and even our own expectations, can take a toll in many ways. Unfelt emotions and racing thoughts can build up beneath the surface, showing up as stress, anxiety, exhaustion, or disconnection. While distractions may offer temporary relief, over time, you could remain stuck in unhelpful patterns. You don’t have to stay stuck or go through this alone.
(437) 800-0380 View (437) 800-0380
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Patricia A Thompson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Toronto, ON M5S
My aim is to help individuals, couples and families to reach their full potential. Many individuals experience difficulties after a marriage breakdown, job layoff, mid-life crisis, an accident or serious disease, the death of a close relative or friend, a business failure and so on. Emotional and behavioural problems affect individuals from all walks of life, at all income levels, and at all ages. Services provided by mental health professionals are an integral part of one's complete health care. I help people go from feeling stuck in some area of their lives to achieving their own definition of success.
My aim is to help individuals, couples and families to reach their full potential. Many individuals experience difficulties after a marriage breakdown, job layoff, mid-life crisis, an accident or serious disease, the death of a close relative or friend, a business failure and so on. Emotional and behavioural problems affect individuals from all walks of life, at all income levels, and at all ages. Services provided by mental health professionals are an integral part of one's complete health care. I help people go from feeling stuck in some area of their lives to achieving their own definition of success.
(855) 909-9632 View (855) 909-9632
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Sadaf Jamal
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, MPS, RP, PhD, RYT
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you exhausted from repeating patterns of struggles? Do you feel lost and worried? Ever wonder who to turn to when feelings of anxiety or depression creep up? Are you losing sleep, appetite, and mobility or do you look for solutions midnight in the fridge? I am willing to walk beside you in your journey of turning your struggles into strengths. In our therapeutic alliance, we can rediscover your healthier self which is already within you. We will take a holistic approach in psychotherapy to cater to your cultural and spiritual sensitivities in balancing your body, mind, and soul.
Are you exhausted from repeating patterns of struggles? Do you feel lost and worried? Ever wonder who to turn to when feelings of anxiety or depression creep up? Are you losing sleep, appetite, and mobility or do you look for solutions midnight in the fridge? I am willing to walk beside you in your journey of turning your struggles into strengths. In our therapeutic alliance, we can rediscover your healthier self which is already within you. We will take a holistic approach in psychotherapy to cater to your cultural and spiritual sensitivities in balancing your body, mind, and soul.
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Elsa Alvarez Castro
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Toronto, ON M4W
Do you have the feeling that your life is not what you had dreamed of? What would you think if I told you that you are prepared to overcome those circumstances by empowering yourself to make your dreams come true? After receiving my psychologist's degree in Colombia, I have accumulated almost 20 years of experience that I will put at your service in person or online.
Do you have the feeling that your life is not what you had dreamed of? What would you think if I told you that you are prepared to overcome those circumstances by empowering yourself to make your dreams come true? After receiving my psychologist's degree in Colombia, I have accumulated almost 20 years of experience that I will put at your service in person or online.
(365) 653-5457 View (365) 653-5457
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Centre For Psychodynamic Insights
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, HBA, RP
Online Only
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
(437) 907-6850 View (437) 907-6850
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Jennifer Brewer
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BHSc
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6S
You’re doing your best to hold it all together—but under the surface, something’s shifting. Maybe you’re navigating a major life transition, wrestling with identity, grieving a loss, or carrying the weight of intergenerational or cultural trauma. You might feel overwhelmed, unseen, or unsure how to move forward. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out alone.
You’re doing your best to hold it all together—but under the surface, something’s shifting. Maybe you’re navigating a major life transition, wrestling with identity, grieving a loss, or carrying the weight of intergenerational or cultural trauma. You might feel overwhelmed, unseen, or unsure how to move forward. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out alone.
(844) 619-2484 View (844) 619-2484
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Larry Baer
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6G
If mental health issues are affecting your life and stand in the way of you being your best self, I can help. I work primarily in a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) framework, within an environment of compassion, collaboration and trust, to treat a variety of issues. I have experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and the mental health issues that can afflict individuals in the community. I am also an assistant clinical professor at McMaster University, where I am engaged in clinical research.
If mental health issues are affecting your life and stand in the way of you being your best self, I can help. I work primarily in a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) framework, within an environment of compassion, collaboration and trust, to treat a variety of issues. I have experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and the mental health issues that can afflict individuals in the community. I am also an assistant clinical professor at McMaster University, where I am engaged in clinical research.
(647) 957-9859 View (647) 957-9859
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A Journey Inward Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
9 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4Y
No Waitlist - Next Day Appointments - Book at ajourneyinwardtherapy.janeapp. com and get matched with a psychotherapist - sessions start at $75. Our diverse team of psychotherapists are here to support you in your journey by bringing clarity, reducing overwhelm, and supplying you with the skills and tools needed to reconnect with your authentic self. Life can feel overwhelming at times, but you don't have to go through it alone. We're here to provide a safe space for you with inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming, and trauma-informed care, and a unique & tailored treatment plan using evidence-based therapies.
No Waitlist - Next Day Appointments - Book at ajourneyinwardtherapy.janeapp. com and get matched with a psychotherapist - sessions start at $75. Our diverse team of psychotherapists are here to support you in your journey by bringing clarity, reducing overwhelm, and supplying you with the skills and tools needed to reconnect with your authentic self. Life can feel overwhelming at times, but you don't have to go through it alone. We're here to provide a safe space for you with inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming, and trauma-informed care, and a unique & tailored treatment plan using evidence-based therapies.
(437) 747-7210 View (437) 747-7210
Photo of Bethany Yake, RN, Psychotherapist, CNP
Bethany Yake
RN, Psychotherapist, CNP
Online Only
Being human is not always easy. Life experiences can leave you feeling fractured and lost. You may feel disconnected from self, relationships, work or your community. You may be experiencing hopelessness, anxiety, racing or intrusive thoughts. You may feel stuck in a cycle of behaviour that is no longer aligned with the life you want. You may feel overwhelmed and are struggling to focus or stay present. I'd like to help. Together we can explore issues, discover your goals, and develop tools and strategies to help your daily life feel more manageable and fulfilling.
Being human is not always easy. Life experiences can leave you feeling fractured and lost. You may feel disconnected from self, relationships, work or your community. You may be experiencing hopelessness, anxiety, racing or intrusive thoughts. You may feel stuck in a cycle of behaviour that is no longer aligned with the life you want. You may feel overwhelmed and are struggling to focus or stay present. I'd like to help. Together we can explore issues, discover your goals, and develop tools and strategies to help your daily life feel more manageable and fulfilling.
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Cathlin Martin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, lack of confidence, loss of sense of self that affects your routines, relationships and ability to function in a health way? Do you feel hopeless, frustrated, stuck by your current environment, situationship, or others’ expectations and think that nothing will change? Do you ask yourself how you can create a better life for yourself? Now more than ever, people are struggling with relationships, grief, overwhelmed with their work/life balance and heading towards burnout in their minds and bodies. I believe that we can all find peace and balance with the right tools.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, lack of confidence, loss of sense of self that affects your routines, relationships and ability to function in a health way? Do you feel hopeless, frustrated, stuck by your current environment, situationship, or others’ expectations and think that nothing will change? Do you ask yourself how you can create a better life for yourself? Now more than ever, people are struggling with relationships, grief, overwhelmed with their work/life balance and heading towards burnout in their minds and bodies. I believe that we can all find peace and balance with the right tools.
(647) 694-3466 View (647) 694-3466
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Patricia Coffey
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RMFT
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am a Certified Emotionally Focused (EFT) Therapist (ICEEFT) (highest level of EFT training) with 20 yrs experience, a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist (CAMFT), Catholic Psychotherapist (CPA) and Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO). I have an MA Psychotherapy & Spirituality from St Paul University. I have an expertise in attachment, relationship, and inner wound issues, including: disconnection, conflict, loneliness, infidelity, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, parenting struggles, grief, & burnout. I am also an EFT Supervisor candidate and welcome developing EFT clinicians wanting to develop their confidence & skills.
I am a Certified Emotionally Focused (EFT) Therapist (ICEEFT) (highest level of EFT training) with 20 yrs experience, a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist (CAMFT), Catholic Psychotherapist (CPA) and Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO). I have an MA Psychotherapy & Spirituality from St Paul University. I have an expertise in attachment, relationship, and inner wound issues, including: disconnection, conflict, loneliness, infidelity, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, parenting struggles, grief, & burnout. I am also an EFT Supervisor candidate and welcome developing EFT clinicians wanting to develop their confidence & skills.
(437) 747-8460 View (437) 747-8460
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Daniela Del Giudice
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Online Only
As a therapist, my areas of focus include ADHD, trauma, autism, anxiety and LGBTQ+ issues. I help adults and teens manage worry and sadness, and to improve organization, focus and emotion regulation skills. My approach strikes a balance between providing practical tools and guiding you in processing emotions deeply. In this way, we practice what it is like to "feel our feelings" without becoming stuck in them in ways that are no longer helpful. I have experience helping neurodivergent people reflect on ways that masking their differences has impacted them, and helping them find ways to cope in a world that is at times overwhelming.
As a therapist, my areas of focus include ADHD, trauma, autism, anxiety and LGBTQ+ issues. I help adults and teens manage worry and sadness, and to improve organization, focus and emotion regulation skills. My approach strikes a balance between providing practical tools and guiding you in processing emotions deeply. In this way, we practice what it is like to "feel our feelings" without becoming stuck in them in ways that are no longer helpful. I have experience helping neurodivergent people reflect on ways that masking their differences has impacted them, and helping them find ways to cope in a world that is at times overwhelming.
(437) 524-0283 View (437) 524-0283
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Lucia Beram
Pre-Licensed Professional
2 Endorsed
Online Only
With a background in engineering, I chose to transition into psychotherapy out of a deep passion for helping individuals navigate challenging experiences and achieve their full potential. In my practice, I prioritize empowering clients to uncover their own insights and solutions, recognizing them as the true experts of their own lives. My focus is on supporting individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and issues related to the LGBTQ2IA+ community.
With a background in engineering, I chose to transition into psychotherapy out of a deep passion for helping individuals navigate challenging experiences and achieve their full potential. In my practice, I prioritize empowering clients to uncover their own insights and solutions, recognizing them as the true experts of their own lives. My focus is on supporting individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and issues related to the LGBTQ2IA+ community.
(647) 952-1149 View (647) 952-1149
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Nikki Moxey-Young
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Online Only
Whether you identify with ASD, ADHD, or are neurotypical, I offer a safe space to explore your inner world, conquer challenges, and plan your path ahead. Embarking on therapy may feel daunting, but opening up to a new person is a courageous step. I'm committed to creating a comfortable, secure environment at your pace. You're the expert on your experiences, and I'll guide you while respecting your unique story. My aim is to offer a fully attentive experience, minimizing repetition, so we can collaborate on goals and craft personalized strategies that align with your strengths. Together, let's pinpoint your goals, create customized
Whether you identify with ASD, ADHD, or are neurotypical, I offer a safe space to explore your inner world, conquer challenges, and plan your path ahead. Embarking on therapy may feel daunting, but opening up to a new person is a courageous step. I'm committed to creating a comfortable, secure environment at your pace. You're the expert on your experiences, and I'll guide you while respecting your unique story. My aim is to offer a fully attentive experience, minimizing repetition, so we can collaborate on goals and craft personalized strategies that align with your strengths. Together, let's pinpoint your goals, create customized
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Yijia Shao
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS
15 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4Y
You’re tired of feeling like you're always the one trying harder in relationships. You are smart, competent, and successful from the outside. Inside, you've been hurt and might have been ghosted, betrayed, or constantly questioning if you're too much or not enough. You want real love, the kind that feels safe and mutual, but something keeps repeating. I work with individuals and couples who want to break painful patterns and build healthier, more secure relationships. Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, trauma-informed, and culturally aware. You deserve true love that nourishes your growth.
You’re tired of feeling like you're always the one trying harder in relationships. You are smart, competent, and successful from the outside. Inside, you've been hurt and might have been ghosted, betrayed, or constantly questioning if you're too much or not enough. You want real love, the kind that feels safe and mutual, but something keeps repeating. I work with individuals and couples who want to break painful patterns and build healthier, more secure relationships. Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, trauma-informed, and culturally aware. You deserve true love that nourishes your growth.
(437) 372-5606 View (437) 372-5606

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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Toronto, ON

3,000+

Average cost per session

$160

Counsellors in Toronto, ON who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
87% Depression
84% Relationship Issues
84% Self Esteem
79% Stress
70% Trauma and PTSD
69% Coping Skills

Average years in practice

9 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

66% Green Shield Canada
66% SunLife
65% Manulife

How Counsellors in Toronto, ON see their clients

51% In Person and Online
49% Online Only

Gender breakdown

81% Female
16% Male
3% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Toronto?

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.