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What is Psychotherapy, anyway?

Psychotherapy is a talk-based form of counselling used to treat a wide variety of mental health problems and emotional difficulties. The goal is to relieve distress by discussing and expressing feelings and emotions, learning to change attitudes, behaviours, and habits that may be unhelpful, and to develop more constructive and adaptive ways of coping. 

There are many different forms of psychotherapy including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, solution-focused therapy, etc.

Counselling and psychotherapy is an extremely personal journey that can, at times, feel overwhelming and intimidating. We understand that you may have some questions that you would like answered before deciding how to proceed. Here are a few of our frequently asked questions to help get you started. 

  • There's no definitive answer for this question. It depends on several factors: your motivation for change, your consistency in implementing what was discussed in session, the therapeutic relationship and your commitment to the process. When these factors have perfectly aligned, you can anticipate change.

  • The best way to find out which therapist might be a good fit is to use our “Find your Therapist” feature. Simply input your requirements and a therapist will be recommended to you! If you are still unsure about who you would like to work with, you can reach out by phone or email and we would be happy to provide you with a recommendation based on what you are looking for.

  • The best way to find out which therapist might be a good fit is to use our “Find your Therapist” feature. Simply input your requirements and a therapist will be recommended to you! If you are still unsure about who you would like to work with, you can reach out by phone or email and we would be happy to provide you with a recommendation based on what you are looking for.

  • Your allocated appointment is 1-hour in duration. However, 50 minutes are spent in therapy and the remaining 10 minutes are spent on administrative work (collecting fees and booking your next appointment).

  • We offer our clients a sliding scale, $100-$175/session. The fee is determined by the client's financial situation. For affordable therapy, we offer reduced pricing with our counselling interns

  • Yes! We offer couples counselling! Check out our “Find your Therapist” feature and select “Couples Counselling”.

  • We recommend that before your initial visit that you speak to your insurance company. Most insurances cover psychological services, however, the specifics vary from individual to individual. This can be discussed during your Free Consultation.

  • At the end of each session, you will receive a receipt for the fees you have paid. You can claim psychological and psychotherapy services as medical expenses when you file your taxes.

  • No, a referral is not required. Simply call us or use our online form to book an appointment.

  • The office is located in Scarborough at McCowan and 401 across Scarborough Town Centre.

  • Yes! We offer our services online, over the phone, and in person. Your therapist will let you know of their availability for each type of appointment.

  • The best way to get started is to book a free consultation call with one of our therapists. These calls are 15 minutes in length and done over the phone. The consultation gives your therapist a chance to get to know you, your concerns, address any questions you may have, quote a fee, and for you to get to know their therapeutic style. 

  • Click here to book your Free Consultation.

  • Yes, what is discussed in session is confidential. However, there are some instances in which confidentiality can be broken. The details of this will be explained during your telephone consultation or initial meeting.

  • Our preference is to use an eclectic approach to therapy. We prefer to incorporate a variety of different therapies into one in order to provide a holistic experience. Explore our Types of Therapy page to learn more.

  • The number of sessions completed are entirely up to you. This depends on how well you are progressing throughout your change journey.

  • We recognize the importance of a positive and comfortable client-therapist relationship so should you have a consultation with one therapist and do not think they are a good fit for you, we would be happy to recommend another psychotherapist on our team. You can then book a consultation with the new therapist to see if you would like to continue working with them.

  • We accept exact cash, all major credit cards, e-transfers, and in some cases, direct billing with insurance is an option. Please visit our fees page for more details.

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