Therapy 101
If you’re thinking about starting therapy, you’re not alone; five million Canadians have said they need help for their mental health. One of the most common barriers preventing people from having their needs met is not knowing where to go.
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1.0 Therapy Basics
Understand the process of finding the right practitioner, what to expect for your first appointment, how to prepare, and more.
2.0 Types of Therapists
Learn the basic differences between psychotherapists, psychologists and social workers and how licensing and education varies across Canada.
3.0 Costs & Coverage
An overview of average costs for therapy and how to know what’s covered by your employer.
4.0 Specializations
Explore the various therapy services for specific needs, such as therapy for children, family therapy, grief therapy, gender identity and expression therapy, and more.
5.0 Modalities
Find out more about common therapy techniques, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and somatic therapy.
Find the right therapist for you.
Get started with First Session. You can compare hundreds of licensed therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists; and filter by province, specialization, therapy type and more. Watch intro videos, and book online or in-person appointments. Remember, your initial consultations are free.
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