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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

Anxiety How to Manage Anxiety After a Layoff: A Guide to Coping, Healing, and Moving Forward

Laid off and feeling anxious? Learn how to manage job loss with self-care, therapy, community, and personal growth strategies.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · May 12, 2025

Therapy Signs You Found a Good Therapist

Signs you found a good therapist. Compare counsellors, social workers, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session. Watch intro videos and book appointments.

Nicole Laoutaris · May 10, 2025

Therapy What makes a good therapist?

How to know if you’ve found the right therapist—what to look for, what it should feel like, and why the right fit matters more than you might think.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · May 1, 2025

Therapy Elbows Up for Canadian Mental Healthcare

US-based BetterHelp threatens Canadian mental healthcare. Discover why choosing local therapists protects quality, confidentiality, and Canada's sovereignty.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · Apr 23, 2025

Growing a Private Therapy Practice Can I Use Client Testimonials or Reviews as a Therapist in Canada?

Can therapists in Canada use client testimonials? Learn the rules, why reviews are restricted, and ethical ways to market your practice with confidence.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · Apr 22, 2025

Therapy Techniques (Modalities)Somatic Therapy Methods (Explained by a Somatic Therapist)

Discover how somatic therapy methods like EMDR, tapping, and Havening help process trauma and stress by engaging the body-mind connection for lasting healing.

Margaret Hux, RP · Mar 10, 2025

Therapy Mental Illness Disability Benefits for Canadians

Explore the most current guide on Mental Illness Disability Benefits for Canadians in 2023. Learn eligibility criteria, application process, and key support resources. Stay informed about your rights

Nicole Laoutaris · Feb 26, 2025

Therapy Should I Use ChatGPT as a Therapist? | Pros, cons and thoughts on using an AI therapist

Using ChatGPT and other platforms as an "AI therapist" is an increasingly popular and instantly accessible option. But can it replace human therapists, and deliver the same results?

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

Depression Psychedelic Therapy and Depression: What the Research Shows

Psychedelic therapy for depression is being tested in clinical trials but is not an approved treatment. Discover the latest research and legal status in Canada.

First Session Editorial Team · Feb 17, 2025

Growing a Private Therapy Practice How To Become a Psychedelic Therapist in Canada

Learn how to become a psychedelic therapist in Canada. Get licensed, gain experience, and train in psychedelic-assisted therapy to grow your practice.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · Feb 6, 2025

Trauma Psychedelic Therapy and PTSD: What the Research Shows

Psychedelic therapy for PTSD is being tested in clinical trials but is not an approved treatment. Discover the latest research and legal status in Canada.

First Session Editorial Team · Feb 6, 2025