Therapists for TMU Student Wellbeing – Covered by Your Student Insurance
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Navigating student life at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to your mental health. Many students experience anxiety, stress, or burnout during their time at university, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
First Session is a Toronto-founded platform that’s been helping thousands of Canadians find the right therapist since 2019. We’ve curated a list of licensed therapists who accept your student insurance and are experienced supporting students and young adults.
Therapists
Jennifer Schofield
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Jennifer Schofield
Registered Social Worker
she/her
Trauma, Anger, ADHD, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Childhood trauma, Building Meaningful Connections, Competitive anxiety, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Creativity, Depression, Existential questions, Family issues, Fears and phobia, Chronic Illness, Highly Sensitive Person, Identity and Self-Exploration, Relationships, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Grief and Loss
Trauma, Anger, ADHD, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Childhood trauma, Building Meaningful Connections, Competitive anxiety, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Creativity, Depression, Existential questions, Family issues, Fears and phobia, Chronic Illness, Highly Sensitive Person, Identity and Self-Exploration, Relationships, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Grief and Loss
Liz Spaargaren
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in AB.
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Liz Spaargaren
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
ADHD, Wellness Counselling, Life transitions, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Effective communication, Familial and social relationships, Mind-body connection, Women's Health, Transitioning into Adulthood, Separation and divorce, Negative thinking and ruminating, Personal Growth, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Navigating challenging relationships, College or University Coaching
ADHD, Wellness Counselling, Life transitions, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Effective communication, Familial and social relationships, Mind-body connection, Women's Health, Transitioning into Adulthood, Separation and divorce, Negative thinking and ruminating, Personal Growth, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Navigating challenging relationships, College or University Coaching
Virlyn Collantes
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in BC and ON.
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Virlyn Collantes
Registered Social Worker
She/Her/Hers
ADHD, Relationships, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Caregiver burnout, Couples Therapy, Depression, Emotional regulation, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Separation and divorce
ADHD, Relationships, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Caregiver burnout, Couples Therapy, Depression, Emotional regulation, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Separation and divorce
Alexandra Walcott
Occupational Therapist
Virtual Sessions in BC.
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Alexandra Walcott
Occupational Therapist
She/Her
Neurodiversity, Eating disorders, Children/Teens, Meaning and purpose, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Family issues, Attachment, Early childhood, Giftedness Issues, Disability, School challenges, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Self-esteem, Highly Sensitive Person, Adoption, Attention and Impulsivity, Body Dysmorphia, Learning disabilities, Parenting
Neurodiversity, Eating disorders, Children/Teens, Meaning and purpose, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Family issues, Attachment, Early childhood, Giftedness Issues, Disability, School challenges, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Self-esteem, Highly Sensitive Person, Adoption, Attention and Impulsivity, Body Dysmorphia, Learning disabilities, Parenting
Eda Mucaj
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Eda Mucaj
Registered Psychotherapist
She/Her
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment wounds, Childhood trauma, Transformative dream work, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Addiction, Depression, Dissociation, Anger, Anxiety, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Chronic and acute illness, Borderline Personality Disorder, Eating disorders, Emotional Numbness, Life transitions, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Personal Growth, Intimacy concerns, Perfectionism, Sleeping difficulties, Sexual issues, Grief and Loss
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment wounds, Childhood trauma, Transformative dream work, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Addiction, Depression, Dissociation, Anger, Anxiety, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Chronic and acute illness, Borderline Personality Disorder, Eating disorders, Emotional Numbness, Life transitions, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Personal Growth, Intimacy concerns, Perfectionism, Sleeping difficulties, Sexual issues, Grief and Loss
Candice Frederick
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, AB, MB, NT, NB, YT, NU, PE, NL, and SK.
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Candice Frederick
Canadian Certified Counsellor
she/her
Trauma, Money Trauma, Somatic Therapy, Workplace stress, Wellness Counselling, Stress, Sexuality, Self-Development, Relationships, Racism, Women's Health, Life transitions, LGBTQ2IA+, Intergenerational trauma, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Caregivers, Cultural Challenges, Perfectionism, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Navigating challenging relationships, Diabetes mental health support, Perimenopause mental health support, Grief and Loss
Trauma, Money Trauma, Somatic Therapy, Workplace stress, Wellness Counselling, Stress, Sexuality, Self-Development, Relationships, Racism, Women's Health, Life transitions, LGBTQ2IA+, Intergenerational trauma, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Caregivers, Cultural Challenges, Perfectionism, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Navigating challenging relationships, Diabetes mental health support, Perimenopause mental health support, Grief and Loss
Hannah Eisenberg
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Hannah Eisenberg
Registered Psychotherapist
Addiction, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Behavioural Issues, Children/Teens, Depression, Depression coping skills, Family Conflict, Emotional regulation, Identity and Self-Exploration, Interpersonal dynamics, Life transitions, Mindfulness, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, Perfectionism, Productivity, Self-esteem, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma
Addiction, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Behavioural Issues, Children/Teens, Depression, Depression coping skills, Family Conflict, Emotional regulation, Identity and Self-Exploration, Interpersonal dynamics, Life transitions, Mindfulness, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, Perfectionism, Productivity, Self-esteem, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma
Abhilesh Thomas Kollamparampil
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Abhilesh Thomas Kollamparampil
Registered Social Worker
Anxiety, Low mood, Self-esteem, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Adoption, Aging, Anger Management, Attachment, Building Self-Care Routines, Behaviour, Learning disabilities
Anxiety, Low mood, Self-esteem, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Adoption, Aging, Anger Management, Attachment, Building Self-Care Routines, Behaviour, Learning disabilities
Wendy van Es
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON, MB, AB, SK, and NL.
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Wendy van Es
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, Panic attacks, Social anxiety, Depression coping skills, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Building Self-Care Routines, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Childhood trauma, Trauma processing, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Empowerment, Mind-body connection, Self-Criticism, OCD
Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, Panic attacks, Social anxiety, Depression coping skills, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Building Self-Care Routines, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Childhood trauma, Trauma processing, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Empowerment, Mind-body connection, Self-Criticism, OCD
Michael Wassef
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, and AB.
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Michael Wassef
Registered Psychotherapist
Relationships, Couples Therapy, Attachment trauma, Anger, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behaviour, Boundaries and boundary setting, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Childhood trauma, Depression, Family issues, Effective communication, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Parenting, Conflict resolution, Habits, Infidelity, Navigating challenging relationships, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Regulation, Relationship anxiety, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Motivation, Life transitions, Intimacy concerns, Highly Sensitive Person, Emotional regulation, Christian counselling, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Break-up recovery, Grief and Loss
Relationships, Couples Therapy, Attachment trauma, Anger, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behaviour, Boundaries and boundary setting, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Childhood trauma, Depression, Family issues, Effective communication, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Parenting, Conflict resolution, Habits, Infidelity, Navigating challenging relationships, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Regulation, Relationship anxiety, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Motivation, Life transitions, Intimacy concerns, Highly Sensitive Person, Emotional regulation, Christian counselling, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Break-up recovery, Grief and Loss
Rebekkah Stainton
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC.
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Rebekkah Stainton
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Attachment trauma, Building Self-Care Routines, Childhood trauma, Dissociation, Familial and social relationships, Giftedness Issues, Goal Setting, Imposter syndrome, Interpersonal dynamics, Intergenerational trauma
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Attachment trauma, Building Self-Care Routines, Childhood trauma, Dissociation, Familial and social relationships, Giftedness Issues, Goal Setting, Imposter syndrome, Interpersonal dynamics, Intergenerational trauma
Katie Harry
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Virtual Sessions in AB.
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Katie Harry
Registered Provisional Psychologist
she/her
Anxiety, Stress, Grief and Loss, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attention and Impulsivity, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Identity and Self-Exploration, Life transitions, Parental divorce, PTSD, Self harm, Suicidal ideation, Workplace stress, Family Conflict
Anxiety, Stress, Grief and Loss, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attention and Impulsivity, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Identity and Self-Exploration, Life transitions, Parental divorce, PTSD, Self harm, Suicidal ideation, Workplace stress, Family Conflict
Mark Peterson
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in MB, AB, BC, SK, NT, YT, NU, PE, and NL.
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Mark Peterson
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Addiction, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Children/Teens, Christian counselling, Decision making, Depression, Early childhood, Eating disorders, Life transitions, Phobias, PTSD, Panic attacks
Addiction, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Children/Teens, Christian counselling, Decision making, Depression, Early childhood, Eating disorders, Life transitions, Phobias, PTSD, Panic attacks
Sarah Lewis
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC.
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Sarah Lewis
Registered Clinical Counsellor
She/her
Caregivers, Grief and Loss, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Burnout, Caregiver burnout, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Grief Processing, Life transitions, Mindfulness, Parkinson's disease, Wellness Counselling
Caregivers, Grief and Loss, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Burnout, Caregiver burnout, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Grief Processing, Life transitions, Mindfulness, Parkinson's disease, Wellness Counselling
Nisha Thakkar
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Nisha Thakkar
Registered Psychotherapist
She/Her
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression coping skills, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Attachment wounds, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Boundaries and boundary setting, Workplace stress, Anger, Anger Management, Behavioural Issues, Behaviour, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Children/Teens, Coming out and identity, Conflict resolution, Couples Therapy, Cultural Challenges, Dating challenges, Depression, Effective communication, Mindfulness, BIPOC
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression coping skills, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Attachment wounds, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Boundaries and boundary setting, Workplace stress, Anger, Anger Management, Behavioural Issues, Behaviour, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Children/Teens, Coming out and identity, Conflict resolution, Couples Therapy, Cultural Challenges, Dating challenges, Depression, Effective communication, Mindfulness, BIPOC
Mohamad Shabib
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC, MB, ON, NT, AB, SK, YT, NU, and NL.
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Mohamad Shabib
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Addiction, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Attention and Impulsivity, Borderline Personality Disorder, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Burnout, Familial and social relationships, Empowerment, Depression, BIPOC
Addiction, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Attention and Impulsivity, Borderline Personality Disorder, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Burnout, Familial and social relationships, Empowerment, Depression, BIPOC
Alexa Harder
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC and AB.
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Alexa Harder
Registered Clinical Counsellor
she/her/hers
Eating disorders, Perinatal, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds, Body Dysmorphia, Boundaries and boundary setting, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationships, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Overwhelm, Familial and social relationships, Fertility, Identity and Self-Exploration, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative body image, Nervous system regulation, OCD, Building Self-Care Routines, Grief and Loss
Eating disorders, Perinatal, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds, Body Dysmorphia, Boundaries and boundary setting, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationships, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Overwhelm, Familial and social relationships, Fertility, Identity and Self-Exploration, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative body image, Nervous system regulation, OCD, Building Self-Care Routines, Grief and Loss
Jason Scriven
Pre-Licensed Professional
Virtual Sessions in YT, BC, and AB.
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Jason Scriven
Pre-Licensed Professional
He/him
Separation and divorce, Men's issues, Co-founder relationships, Anger Management, Anxiety, Burnout, Career guidance, Workplace stress, College or University Coaching, Effective communication, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Infidelity, Masculinity, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Overwhelm, Parental divorce, Performance anxiety, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Vulnerability, Depression
Separation and divorce, Men's issues, Co-founder relationships, Anger Management, Anxiety, Burnout, Career guidance, Workplace stress, College or University Coaching, Effective communication, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Infidelity, Masculinity, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Overwhelm, Parental divorce, Performance anxiety, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Vulnerability, Depression
Michelle Mammoliti
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON, SK, and BC.
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Michelle Mammoliti
Registered Psychotherapist
she/her
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Relationships, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, People pleasing, Attention and Impulsivity
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Relationships, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, People pleasing, Attention and Impulsivity
Maria Chaplick
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON and BC.
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Maria Chaplick
Registered Psychotherapist
she/her
Anger, Anxiety, Negative thinking and ruminating, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Break-up recovery, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Family Conflict, Fears and phobia, Habits, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Mindfulness, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Grief and Loss
Anger, Anxiety, Negative thinking and ruminating, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Break-up recovery, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Family Conflict, Fears and phobia, Habits, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Mindfulness, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Grief and Loss
Jide (Paul) Oderinde
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Jide (Paul) Oderinde
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
he/him
Workplace stress, Christian counselling, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety, Addiction, Anger, Attachment, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Depression coping skills, Men's issues, Life transitions, Panic attacks, Family Conflict, Self-esteem, Attachment trauma, PTSD, Separation anxiety, BIPOC
Workplace stress, Christian counselling, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety, Addiction, Anger, Attachment, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Depression coping skills, Men's issues, Life transitions, Panic attacks, Family Conflict, Self-esteem, Attachment trauma, PTSD, Separation anxiety, BIPOC
Emma Cheuk
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Emma Cheuk
Registered Social Worker
she/her
Attachment trauma, Depression coping skills, Anxiety, Attachment, Familial and social relationships, Dating challenges, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth
Attachment trauma, Depression coping skills, Anxiety, Attachment, Familial and social relationships, Dating challenges, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth
Lea Konforte
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in MB, YT, NU, AB, NT, NL, BC, and ON.
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Lea Konforte
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Anxiety, Relationships, Infertility, Fertility, Life transitions, Attachment trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Break-up recovery, Burnout, Chronic and acute illness, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Family issues, Goal Setting, Intergenerational trauma, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Spirituality, Stress, Workplace stress, Grief and Loss
Anxiety, Relationships, Infertility, Fertility, Life transitions, Attachment trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Break-up recovery, Burnout, Chronic and acute illness, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Family issues, Goal Setting, Intergenerational trauma, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating, Spirituality, Stress, Workplace stress, Grief and Loss
Sofia Diaz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, AB, MB, and SK.
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Sofia Diaz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Emotional regulation, Relationships, Cultural Challenges, People pleasing, Transitioning into Adulthood, Attachment wounds, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Emotional regulation, Relationships, Cultural Challenges, People pleasing, Transitioning into Adulthood, Attachment wounds, Identity and Self-Exploration
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Frequently asked therapy questions
Is therapy covered by the TMU student insurance?
Yes, the TMU student insurance plan covers therapy services at 100% reimbursement up to a maximum.
How much does therapy cost with TMU student insurance?
The final cost depends on the therapist’s rate. First Session clearly lists every therapist’s session costs (taxes included where applicable) so you can easily consider your budget before reaching out to a practitioner. You can find therapists on First Session who offer sessions within your budget, or reach out to one offering a sliding scale and explain your student status and coverage limits.
Who is eligible for the TMU student insurance plan?
All full-time undergraduate students, including students in the Lincoln Alexander School of Law and IEEQB program, who are studying in person or online within Canada and have been charged the Health & Dental Plan fee on their tuition are automatically enrolled and eligible.
How much coverage is provided to TMU students for counselling and therapy?
Full-time TMU undergraduates are entitled to up to $1,000 per benefit year (September 1 – August 31) for mental health services, including therapy. This coverage reimburses you at 100%, meaning there’s no out-of-pocket percentage beyond the cap.
What therapists and counsellors are covered for TMU students?
TMU students are covered for Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors (ex. RCC), Social Workers, MSWs, and Registered Psychotherapists. Not sure which professional to choose? Learn about different designations and the importance of finding the right fit in this blog post.
Can I see in-person and online therapists?
Yes. Through First Session, you can find both in-person therapists in Toronto (look for “In-Person” on their profile) and online therapists. For insurance purposes, it doesn’t matter whether the session is online or in person. Both are eligible for reimbursement as long as the provider is covered.
Will I need to pay out of pocket for therapy?
Yes. You’ll pay for each session using your credit card at the time of your appointment. After the session, you’ll receive a detailed PDF receipt by email. This receipt includes everything your insurance provider needs for reimbursement, such as the therapist’s name, license number, designation, and clinic address. You can then submit the receipt to your student health insurance provider to get reimbursed.
How do I submit a claim for therapy sessions under the TMU student insurance plan?
- Get a detailed receipt from your provider, including date, provider type, service, and cost. (We email this to you after each session)
- Submit the claim to Green Shield Canada (GSC) using your GSC ID (your student number prefixed with “RSU”).
- Ensure GSC receives your claim within 12 months of the date of service.
For more information on submitting claims for TMU student insurance, please visit this link.
Is First Session affiliated with TMU?
No. First Session is an independent company and is not affiliated with TMU. We created this page to support TMU students, and all the information provided has been carefully researched. However, we encourage you to double-check details with your school if you're unsure. The therapists listed on First Session are carefully vetted licensed professionals, and their sessions are eligible for reimbursement through your student health insurance.
What TMU mental health services are available on campus?
TMU offers a range of on-campus mental health support for students, including:
Centre for Student Development and Counselling (CSDC): Free and confidential one-on-one and group counselling with psychologists, social workers, psychotherapists, and counselling interns.
- Book by calling 416‑979‑5195 or emailing csdc@torontomu.ca
- Sessions are typically 30–50 minutes
- Intake appointments are usually scheduled within about 2 weeks
- Ongoing therapy may take several months due to high demand
Medical Centre: Provides mental health assessments and referrals, including access to family physicians and psychiatrists. A good starting point if you're unsure where to begin.
Additional programming: TMU also provides peer support programs, therapy dog events, health promotion workshops, and more. Visit the Student Wellbeing page to explore all offerings.
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