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Michael Chu
Accepting Clients + Offers Free Consultation

Michael Chu

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

  • He/Him/His
  • $160/session
  • Virtual Sessions across Canada
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Meet Michael

My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…

  • the challenges of moving to a new place and finding a new home. 

  • losing direction and purpose in life

  • struggling to find self worth

  • the difficulties of discovering your own voice and identity. 

My cultural or ancestral background is…

  • I am a Chinese-Canadian who has spent my life between Hong Kong and Canada. 

My clients describe me using words like…

  • Patient

  • Understanding

  • Funny

  • Kind

  • Optimistic

  • Insightful

  • Supportive

  • Wise

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Specializations

  • Relationships
  • Imposter syndrome
  • Understanding & Regulating Emotions

By category

  • Aging
My clients often self-identify as…

  • male and female adults

  • individuals influenced by south-east Asian culture 

  • immigrants who are homesick or trying to adapt to Canada

  • adults who are struggling with aging

I’m the right therapist for you if…

  • you are feeling lost with no sense of direction

  • you are new to therapy and want a therapist who will be there for you step by step

  • you are stressed and need someone to listen and be there for you

  • you are having some dreams you don't understand and want to seek meaning

  • you are looking for a therapist to take that plunge with you and explore the pains and challenges you've hidden from the world

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

  • Lifespan Integration
  • Depth Psychotherapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Self-Compassion
  • Dream Therapy
If we work together you can expect to feel…

  • safe to explore your feelings and pains

  • like you have a partner to work with you on your journey to self-discovery

  • supported in building healthy habits and perspectives

  • engaged with questions that make you think and reflect

  • supported that you can be yourself and be accepted in all your colourful identity

Populations Served

  • Seniors (65+)
  • Adults (18+)

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

  • Initial Consultation
    Free
  • Individual Session
    $160Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…

  • what psychodynamic psychotherapy is

  • what brings you to therapy

  • how the therapy process will work

  • how I work with you in therapy

  • what are some things we can start working on together

  • any questions you may have

If we work together you can expect me to…

  • be interested in understanding your unique story and be with you every step of the way

  • consistent to how I showed up in my intro video

  • open to helping you determine if therapy is a good fit for you

  • supporting you when you're ready to take a step forward

  • listening intently so that you can have your story heard

Insurance & Benefits Coverage

Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.

  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is Ontario.

In Person Sessions

In Person Location

Virtual Sessions

AlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNew BrunswickNewfoundland & LabradorNova ScotiaNorthwest TerritoriesNunavutOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanYukon Territory

Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.

  • Ontario
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nova Scotia
  • Nunavut
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

More Info

Education

  • Ontario Psychotherapy and Counselling College (OPCC)

    Diploma of Psychotherapy · 2024

  • University of Toronto

    Honors Bachelor of Science · 2014

Languages

English, Chinese (Cantonese)

Booking FAQ

Does Michael offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?

First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.

How do I know if Michael is a good fit?

You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.

What if I see no available times to book a session?

If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.

Can I contact Michael before booking an appointment?

If you still have questions before booking that can’t be answered during your free consultation, you can .

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