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Therapy Costs & Coverage How to Use Student Health Insurance for Therapy in Canada

Learn how student health insurance covers therapy in Canada, how to check your benefits, submit claims, find eligible therapists, and reduce out-of-pocket costs.

First Session Editorial Team · Aug 27, 2026

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Therapy Costs & Coverage How Much Does Therapy Cost in Canada? [2026]

Average costs for therapy in Canada

Nicole Laoutaris · May 24, 2026

Therapy Costs & Coverage Is therapy tax deductible in Canada?

Therapy may qualify for a tax credit in Canada if your provider is licensed and recognized by the CRA. Learn which therapist designations count and how to claim it.

First Session Editorial Team · Mar 26, 2026

Therapy Costs & Coverage How to Book a Free Therapy Consultation Online

Connect with therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists for a free 15-minute phone consultation. Watch intro videos and compare therapists and counsellors.

Nicole Laoutaris · Oct 16, 2025

Therapy Costs & Coverage Therapies Covered by Workplace Insurance Benefits

Learn more about therapy coverage in typical workplace insurance plans in Canada

Nicole Laoutaris · May 26, 2025

Therapy Costs & Coverage What does MSW RSW mean in Canada?

Confused by the term MSW RSW in Canada? Learn what it means, how it affects your insurance, and how to find a qualified therapist who fits your needs.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · May 26, 2025

Therapy Costs & Coverage What does "Qualifying" mean for a Registered Psychotherapist?

What does "Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)" mean? Learn about RP(Q) licensing, insurance, supervision, and how to choose the right therapist.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · May 25, 2025

Therapy Costs & Coverage How to Find a Therapist Covered by Insurance in Canada (2026)

Learn how to find a therapist in Canada covered by your insurance plan, including what credentials are reimbursed, how to decode your benefits booklet, and what to do if you're unsure.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · May 19, 2025

Therapy Costs & Coverage What is Sliding Scale Therapy? [And How It Works in 2025]

Learn about affordable therapy and how sliding scale options work in Canada. First Session therapist directory shows which therapists offer sliding scale therapy.

Nicole Laoutaris · Feb 5, 2025

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Therapy Costs & Coverage Is Therapy Covered by Provincial Healthcare Plans in Canada?

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Nicole Laoutaris · Jan 7, 2025

Therapy Costs & Coverage Unsimple Truths: Wellness at Work with Wealthsimple

A company's mental health policy can make or break its reputation (and ability to attract talent). We sat down with one of the leading companies for mental wellness at work in Canada: Wealthsimple.

First Session Editorial Team · Dec 18, 2024

Therapy Costs & Coverage Does Desjardins insurance cover therapy?

Wondering if your Desjardins insurance covers therapy, counselling, and other mental health services? There’s no simple rule for what Desjardins insurance covers, so here's what to know.

First Session Editorial Team · Jun 29, 2024