GreenShield Therapists in Toronto

Many GreenShield plans cover therapy, but reimbursement depends on your specific plan, including which professional designations are covered, your annual maximum, any per-session limits, and whether a referral is required. Before booking, check your GreenShield member portal or benefits booklet to confirm your coverage.

Coverage varies by plan, but many GreenShield plans reimburse sessions with Registered Psychotherapists (RPs), Registered Social Workers (RSWs), and Psychologists. Some plans also cover other regulated mental health professionals. The easiest way to avoid unexpected out-of-pocket costs is to confirm which designations your specific plan covers before booking. Every First Session therapist's professional designation is clearly listed on their profile.

Usually not, but it depends on your plan. Some GreenShield plans require a physician's referral for reimbursement, while many plans don't require one at all. Check your GreenShield member portal or benefits booklet, or contact GreenShield directly if you're unsure.

Yes. First Session offers both in-person and online therapy with GreenShield-eligible therapists in Toronto. Because Toronto has one of Canada's largest therapy communities, you'll find plenty of options in either format. If flexibility or appointment availability is your priority, online therapy gives you access to an even larger pool of therapists across Ontario.

Yes. Every First Session therapist provides a receipt after each paid session that you can submit for reimbursement, provided your GreenShield plan covers their professional designation. The receipt includes the information insurers typically require to process claims.

In many cases, yes. Most GreenShield plans that include mental health benefits reimburse eligible virtual therapy sessions the same way they reimburse in-person sessions, as long as the therapist's professional designation is covered under your plan. Because coverage varies, it's still worth confirming your specific benefits before booking.