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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

Growing a Private Therapy Practice How To Create A Video For Your Therapy Practice

Create a video for your therapy practice that helps you stand out. Learn expert filming tips, key questions to answer, and how to connect with clients.

Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session · Feb 5, 2025

Trauma What is Functional Freeze? What To Know and How To Cope.

Functional freeze is a common trauma response when feeling overwhelmed or threatened. Here's what to know, and how to cope if a functional freeze state happens.

Kimberly Crossman, RSSW · Feb 3, 2025

Therapy Psychologist vs Psychotherapist: How They Differ (Canada)

Explore the key differences between psychologists and psychotherapists in Canada with First Session. Understand therapy options and find the best fit for your mental health needs.

Nicole Laoutaris · Jan 31, 2025

Therapy Confidentiality in Therapy and Ethical Guidelines in Canada

Review your rights in therapy when it comes to confidentiality, and the limits to confidentiality in Canada.

First Session Editorial Team · Jan 8, 2025

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

Learn more about therapy coverage in healthcare plans in Canada Image tag: Is therapy covered by provincial healthcare plans in Canada? | First Session

Nicole Laoutaris · Jan 7, 2025

Communication How to Use "I" Statements: A Clear Guide

Learn to communicate effectively with our comprehensive guide on how to use 'I' statements. Improve personal and professional interactions with this simple technique.

Rosa Park · Jan 6, 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 Techniques (Modalities)Psychedelics for Therapy 101: What Canadians Need to Know

Psychedelic therapy is being studied in clinical trials but is not an approved treatment in Canada. What the research shows, the legal status, and the risks.

First Session Editorial Team · Dec 16, 2024

Relationships What to Do When Your Partner is Emotionally Cheating

Navigate the challenges of emotional infidelity with our guide on handling a partner's emotional cheating. Discover effective strategies for communication, rebuilding trust, and seeking professional h

First Session Editorial Team · Dec 9, 2024

Relationships How to Deal with a Toxic Family Member: Tips and Strategies

Discover tips and strategies for dealing with a toxic family member. Learn to navigate difficult toxic relationships, setting boundaries and effective communication.

Rosa Park · Dec 4, 2024

Relationships How to Deal With Disrespectful Family Members

Uncover the secret to handling rude family members. Discover tips on managing family disrespect

Rosa Park · Dec 1, 2024