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ADHD Therapists in Toronto

Licensed therapists serving Toronto, available online and in person. Watch intro videos, compare credentials and fees, and book a free 15-minute consultation directly.

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Live in Toronto? Connect with a ADHD therapist in-person or online.

Licensed ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) therapists based and insured in Ontario. All therapists on EST timezone unless otherwise noted.

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    Sheema Khan

    Registered Psychotherapist

    • Offers in-person (Toronto, ON)
    • Virtual sessions in ON, AB, MB
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    Sieran Yung

    Registered Psychotherapist

    • Offers in-person (Toronto, ON)
    • Virtual sessions in ON
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    Michael Kang

    Registered Psychotherapist

    • Offers in-person (Toronto, ON)
    • Virtual sessions in ON, NT, YT, NU, AB, BC, NL, SK
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    Stuart Verlinden-Kitchen

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

    • Offers in-person (Toronto, ON)
    • Virtual sessions in ON

Online therapy for you in Toronto.

Out-of-province licensed ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) therapists insured to provide online therapy in Ontario. Timezone availability may vary.

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    Mary Stasiuk

    Registered Social Worker

    • Offers in-person (Nanaimo, BC)
    • Virtual sessions in BC, ON
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    Hao Yen Lim

    Canadian Certified Counsellor

    • Virtual sessions in all provinces and territories.
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    Richard Tatomir

    Canadian Certified Counsellor

    • Offers in-person (Langley, BC)
    • Virtual sessions in all provinces and territories.
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    Amina Purac

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

    • Virtual sessions in AB, BC, MB, ON, SK
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    Caitlin Sigouin

    Registered Social Worker

    • Virtual sessions in ON, QC
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    Leo Xinchao Liu

    Registered Clinical Counsellor

    • Virtual sessions in BC, AB, MB, NT, NU, ON, SK, YT, NL
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    Dianne Shannon

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

    • Virtual sessions in AB, BC, MB, NT, NU, ON, SK, YT
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    Timothy Lamont

    Canadian Certified Counsellor

    • Offers in-person (Kelowna, BC)
    • Virtual sessions in all provinces and territories.
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    Melissa Melnychuk

    Registered Psychotherapist

    • Virtual sessions in all provinces and territories.
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    Sarah Erwin

    Registered Social Worker

    • Virtual sessions in BC, ON
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    Michelle Brewer

    Counselling Therapist

    • Offers in-person (Edmonton, AB)
    • Virtual sessions in all provinces and territories.
  • Photo of Virlyn Collantes

    Virlyn Collantes

    Registered Social Worker

    • Virtual sessions in BC, ON
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What is ADHD therapy?

Many adults in Toronto look for ADHD therapy after years of missed deadlines, lost items and projects that stall near the finish line. Therapy gives those patterns a structure to work on.

ADHD stands for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. CAMH calls it highly treatable and says psychoeducation is the first step in treatment.

For therapy itself, CAMH states that psychotherapy is critical. It says one-on-one cognitive-behavioural therapy can help people reframe negative situations. It also lists lifestyle management, including sleep, clutter and exercise, as part of care.

First Session lists therapists based in Toronto, plus therapists elsewhere in Canada who are insured to provide online care in Ontario. Each profile has a short intro video and a written bio, so you can find someone who lists ADHD as an area of experience.

What to know about ADHD therapy in Toronto

Online and in-person

ADHD therapy is built on conversation, planning and skills practice. That format can be delivered by video or in a room.

Extended health plans reimburse online sessions on the same terms as in-person sessions. Your therapist must be registered in Ontario, including therapists based in other provinces who are insured to provide online care here.

Credentials in Ontario

The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) regulates psychotherapy under the Psychotherapy Act, 2007, and "Registered Psychotherapist" is a protected title. An RP (Qualifying) practises psychotherapy under clinical supervision while finishing registration requirements.

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers protects the title "registered social worker." Since December 30, 2017, its registrants can perform psychotherapy.

Cost and insurance

GreenShield, a benefits insurer, lists per-session ranges across Canada: $120 to $200 for social workers, $120 to $250 for registered psychotherapists and $200 to $400 for psychologists. It adds that rates tend to be higher in larger urban centres.

OHIP covers therapy delivered by a medical doctor. Private therapists are an out-of-pocket cost unless workplace benefits pay for them.

Diagnosis and assessment

In Ontario, communicating a psychological diagnosis is restricted to qualified members of the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. CAMH notes that ADHD treatment often takes place in primary care settings.

A diagnosis helps if medication or formal documentation is the goal. It can also help someone make sense of what they have experienced.

How to choose an ADHD therapist in Toronto

1Look for ADHD in the bio, then check the training

Filter by specialty and read each bio for ADHD experience and the approaches the therapist uses, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy. The designation on every First Session profile lets you match it to your benefits plan before you book.

2Watch the intro video

A bio lists training. A video shows how a therapist explains ideas and sets the pace of a conversation. First Session profiles include a short intro video so you can judge that before booking.

3Use the free 15-minute consultation

Ask how the therapist structures sessions and what they would work on first, such as late starts or unfinished tasks. You can book the free consultation directly from the profile.

4Ask about your situation

CAMH notes that some patients do not want to disclose ADHD to an employer. If work is part of your concern, ask whether the therapist has supported clients with decisions like that.

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Helpful reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an ADHD diagnosis to see a therapist in Toronto?

No. You can book therapy without a diagnosis, and a therapist who lists ADHD as an area of experience is a good starting point.

A diagnosis matters if you want medication or formal documentation. For that, CAMH says treatment often takes place in primary care, so a family doctor is a common first conversation.

Does insurance cover ADHD therapy in Ontario?

Often through workplace benefits. Coverage depends on how the plan is written, including which designations it names.

GreenShield says its personal plans include 4 hours of virtual counselling per year per person, and that additional therapy may fall under paramedical coverage. First Session shows each therapist's designation and provides receipts for reimbursement.


Does ADHD therapy work online?

Yes. ADHD therapy is conversation, planning and skills practice, and each of those can happen on video.

Online sessions are reimbursed on the same terms as in-person sessions by extended health plans. Section B above lists therapists elsewhere in Canada who are insured to provide online care in Ontario.

Is there free ADHD therapy in Toronto?

Free options exist. According to the Toronto Central HealthLine, WoodGreen Community Services runs a free walk-in counselling service in person, by phone or by video.

The Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program offers free cognitive-behavioural therapy to adults 18 and older with depression or anxiety-related symptoms, and you can register yourself. Ontario Health notes it does not treat some conditions.

Can a registered social worker provide ADHD therapy in Ontario?

Yes. Since December 30, 2017, members of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers can perform psychotherapy.

The title "Registered Psychotherapist" belongs to CRPO members, so an RSW uses a different title. Both designations appear on First Session profiles, and the free consultation is a way to ask about ADHD experience directly.

Can therapy replace ADHD medication?

That is a decision to make with your doctor. CAMH says psychotherapy is critical in any case, and describes medication as a way to support functional behaviour patterns.

A therapist can work on routines, habits and thinking patterns alongside whatever your doctor recommends.

You deserve more from therapy.

You made the courageous decision to reach your full potential. Find the right therapist to help get you there, and make the most of the time and money you’re investing in yourself.

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