If you are in Burlington and looking for a therapist, you are not limited to who has an office nearby. Online therapy with a registered psychotherapist anywhere in Ontario is an option, and for many people it turns out to be the more practical one. Here is what it actually involves.
This is general information, not advice for any particular situation. A qualified professional can help you decide what fits.
How online therapy works
Sessions happen over secure video, usually 50 minutes, from wherever you are comfortable and private. At Anchor & Bloom that runs through Jane, a PHIPA-compliant Canadian platform, so the same privacy standards apply as they would in an office. You get a link, you join at your time, and the session runs like an in-person one would.
For people in Burlington, the practical upside is real: no commute, more flexibility around work and family, and a wider choice of therapist than your immediate neighbourhood.
Is it a good fit?
Online therapy works well for many concerns, including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. It tends to be a good fit if you:
- Have a private, reasonably quiet spot for the session.
- Are comfortable enough with video calls.
- Value the flexibility of not travelling to an office.
It may be less suited to acute crisis situations, which are better served by emergency or crisis services. If you are unsure, a free consultation is a low-pressure way to find out.
Coverage and fees
Therapy provided by a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) is exempt from HST, and most extended health benefit plans through Canadian employers reimburse RP services, though coverage varies by plan. It is worth checking your specific plan for the amount and whether a receipt is all that is needed. We provide receipts suitable for reimbursement.
How to start
The simplest first step is a free 15-minute consultation. It is a short conversation to see whether the fit feels right before you commit to anything. From Burlington, that is the same easy process as anywhere else in Ontario.
Online therapy is available across Ontario, including Burlington, with in-person sessions also offered in Mississauga. You can also read more about online therapy across Ontario and the dedicated Burlington online therapy page.
If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, please contact 9-8-8 (Suicide Crisis Helpline, call or text) or your local emergency services. Therapy is not a crisis service.