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Farsi-Speaking (Persian) Therapists in Canada

Therapy in Farsi, with someone who understands

مشاوره و روان‌درمانی به زبان فارسی در کانادا

Talking about anxiety, family, relationships or grief is easier in the language you feel in. First Session lists licensed therapists across Canada who offer sessions in Farsi (Persian), online and in person, so you can speak in Farsi, English or a mix of both.

Many Persian-speaking Canadians come to therapy with experiences that are hard to explain in a second language: building a life between two cultures, family expectations, the stress of immigration, or distance from loved ones back home. A therapist who speaks your language can make that first conversation feel less like a translation.

How to find a Farsi-speaking therapist on First Session

  1. Browse the Farsi-speaking therapists on this page, and check the provinces each one serves.
  2. Watch their intro videos to get a feel for how they work.
  3. Book a free consultation, where offered, or your first session directly in their calendar. No waiting for a call back.

Farsi-speaking therapists on First Session are based in Ontario and British Columbia, and many offer online therapy to clients in other provinces.

Therapists

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  • Photo of Shadan Mosavat

    Shadan Mosavat

    Registered Clinical Counsellor

    • Virtual sessions in BC, NU, AB, MB, NL, NT, SK, YT
  • Photo of Ghazal Ghoddousi

    Ghazal Ghoddousi

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

    • Virtual sessions in ON, AB, BC, MB, SK
  • Photo of Sadaf Naji

    Sadaf Naji

    Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling

    • Offers in-person (Coquitlam, BC)
    • Virtual sessions in all provinces and territories.
  • Photo of Alaleh Shakourianfard

    Alaleh Shakourianfard

    Registered Psychotherapist

    • Virtual sessions in ON
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Frequently asked therapy questions

Can I get therapy in Farsi (Persian) in Canada?

Yes. The therapists on this page offer sessions in Farsi, and most also work in English, so you can switch between languages. Sessions are available online and, with some therapists, in person. Each therapist can see clients only in the provinces listed on their profile.

Are there Persian or Iranian therapists in Toronto?

Yes. First Session has Farsi-speaking therapists based in Ontario who see clients in person or online across the province. You can also browse all therapists in Ontario and filter by language.

Is there a Farsi-speaking therapist in Vancouver or BC?

Yes. First Session has Farsi-speaking therapists based in British Columbia who offer online therapy across BC and, in some cases, in person.

Does insurance cover therapy with a Farsi-speaking therapist?

Coverage depends on the therapist's designation, not the language they speak. Most workplace benefit plans cover some combination of registered psychotherapists, social workers, clinical counsellors and psychologists, up to a yearly limit. Check which designations your plan covers, then look for them on each profile. Provincial health plans such as OHIP and MSP generally don't cover private therapy. Learn more about therapy costs and coverage.

How much does therapy cost?

On First Session, most individual sessions cost $130–$185 before tax, with a median of $160 (paid sessions, November 2025 to November 2026). Prices depend mostly on each therapist's designation and experience, and some therapists offer a sliding scale.

Can I mix Farsi and English in my sessions?

Yes. Many clients switch between languages depending on the topic. Mention what feels most comfortable in your free consultation or first session.

How do I know which therapist is the right fit?

Fit matters more than anything else in therapy. Watch each therapist's intro video, read what they focus on, and book a free consultation with the one who feels right. If your first choice isn't the right fit, it's okay to try someone else.

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