Treatment Costs for Therapy

Teen therapy sessions in Vancouver typically range from $50 to $300 per session, depending on the therapist’s qualifications, experience, and the type of therapy provided.

Children or teen therapy sessions in Toronto generally range from $100 to $250 per session, depending on the therapist’s experience, credentials, and the type of therapy provided.

No, MSP generally does not cover therapy costs for children, youth and teens in Vancouver unless provided by a psychiatrist or through public mental health services. Private therapy with a social worker, clinical counsellor or psychologist typically requires out-of-pocket payment or private health insurance.

OHIP does not cover therapy or counselling services for children in Toronto unless provided by a physician, psychiatrist or through public mental health services. For private therapy with a social worker, psychologist or psychotherapist, you'll need to pay out of pocket or use private health insurance.

At this time, we do not offer sliding scale or reduced fee options. However, we're always open to guiding you toward other helpful resources.

We accept payment methods such as credit cards, debit cards, e-transfers for individual counselling in Ontario/British Columbia. We will soon be able to provide direct billing through private insurance plans.

In Vancouver, government programs like Children and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) services and the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) may help provide therapy for teens. Additionally, some support is available for families in need with Variety BC, and for Indigenous youth through Jordan’s Principle.