Online Psychotherapy in Hamilton,ON

Fees

Individual therapy: 50 mins, 75 mins, 90 mins: $150-$180

Couples therapy: 50 mins, 75 mins, 90 mins: $180- $250

Family therapy: 50 mins, 75 mins, 90 mins: $180- $250

• Each therapist set their own fees based on their level of experience. Check out their profile for a detailed breakdown of their fees.

• Sliding scale fee is set differently by each therapist

Cancellation fee is charged as follows:

Less than 24 hours before the appointment: 100% of session rate

No-show appointment: 100% of session rate

In case of illness or emergency, one time exemption and thereafter we require 24 hours notice

Yes, we do.

It is recommended that you reach out to your insurance provider before our session to confirm whether your services are covered by a registered psychotherapist and eligible for reimbursement.

After our session, you will be provided with a receipt that includes all the information required to submit to your insurer for reimbursement. If you have not been reimbursed, remember to keep your receipts to claim for tax deductions as medical expenses on your personal income tax filing.

There are many different types of therapists that you can choose from. Before reaching out to a therapist, it’s important to know what issue you would like to work on. A tip is to seek out a therapist who specializes in the issue and problem you are facing with, instead of a generalist.

It is also important to decide what type of therapist you are looking for, such as gender, experience, their approaches to therapy, etc. It’s also a good idea to check with your insurance provider which type of therapist they cover. A lot of therapists offer free consultation calls for you to decide they are a right fit.

At The Therapeutic Way, we specializes in relationship issues, relational trauma, narcissistic abuse recovery, and attachment wounds. We work with adults, couples, and families over the age of 16.

The type of therapy that is best for you, depends on you as a person and the reason you are seeking therapy. There are different types of therapy, such as somatic-based therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, trauma-informed therapies, holistic therapy, existential therapy, and more. The type of therapy that is right for you will depend what you are looking for. While you may have an input in this, majority of the time the therapist will know what is best suited for you and will let you know.

At The Therapeutic Way, we work with clients using an integrative approach to therapy, meaning using different modalities to suit your needs. We use a trauma-informed, holistic, and relational approach to working with you. Click here to learn more.

The difference between psychotherapist, psychologist, and psychiatrist, depends on education and scope of practice.

Psychotherapist, psychologist, and psychiatrist can provide therapy called talk therapy.

A psychotherapist can provide therapy under the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario, a psychologist can provide therapy under the College of Psychologists of Ontario, and a psychiatrist can provide therapy under College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

Difference:

Psychotherapist Education: Master’s Degree or higher

Psychologist Education: PhD or PsyD.

Psychiatrist: MD

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Psychotherapist: Can’t diagnose

Psychologist: Can do assessment and diagnose

Psychiatrist: Can do assessment, diagnose, and prescribe medication

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Psychotherapist Training: Counselling and focus on therapy techniques

Psychologist: Focus on clinical research and assessment

Psychiatrist: Use medical treatment such as prescribing medications for mental health conditions

Before seeking help, it’s important to know what you need and are seeking. A consultation call can help you decide.

At The Therapeutic Way, we are registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario.

The term psychotherapy and counselling are often used interchangeably with some slight differences. Psychotherapy refers to the treatment based for psychological disorders and mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc. Counselling refers to wellness support and providing insights and clarity which leads to growth or personal betterment.

At The Therapeutic Way, we provide both psychotherapy and counselling.

Online therapy is as effective as in person therapy. What is most important with any format of therapy is the strong therapeutic relationship between you and your therapist. Online therapy is a good option when coming in-person is not feasible, when you have dependents at home, and it is also more convenient.

At The Therapeutic Way, we offer online therapy and therapy by phone from the convenience of your home. Click here to learn more about our online therapy.

Not necessarily. Online therapy and in-person therapy are usually the same cost as their effectiveness are the same. Online therapy can also be most cost effective for the client as transportation is not involved. Now, there are therapy apps or programs that area available to clients that are cheaper than traditional therapy. However, the effectiveness of those programs are questionable, and they are most likely not covered by insurance.

At The Therapeutic Way, we offer online therapy with a registered psychotherapist that is covered by most insurance providers and helps you save the cost of transportation.