Therapy 101
1.0 Therapy basics
2.0 Types of therapists
3.0 Costs and coverage
4.0 Mental health specializations
5.0 Therapy techniques
1.0 Therapy basics
How does therapy work?How to find a therapistWhat to expect during your first therapy appointmentOnline vs. in-person therapy appointments
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2.0 Types of therapists
Psychiatrist licensing and education in CanadaPsychologist licensing and education in CanadaSocial worker licensing and education in CanadaPsychotherapist licensing and education in Canada
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3.0 Costs and coverage
How much does therapy cost?Affordable and sliding scale therapyIs therapy covered by provincial healthcare plans in Canada?Therapies covered by workplace insurance benefits
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4.0 Mental health specializations
Anxiety disorder assessment and therapy techniquesDepression disorder assessment and therapy techniquesObsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) assessment and therapy techniquesTrauma therapy techniquesPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) assessment and therapy techniques
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5.0 Therapy techniques
Compare popular therapy techniques: CBT, DBT, EMDR and SomaticCognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) exercises and techniquesEye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy exercises and techniquesDialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) exercises and techniquesSomatic therapy exercises and techniques
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What you'll learn

Day 1

New to therapy

Most importantly, therapy is a space that is free of judgment. Watch this video to learn more about what therapy really is and how it can help you.

DAY 2

Is therapy right for me?

From the cost per session to stigmas surrounding mental illness, you may be wondering, “Is therapy right for me?” In this video, we explore different areas therapy can help you in.

Day 3

Logistics

We cover these logistical questions in the video:

  • Do I have benefits that cover therapy?
  • If yes, what type of therapy (designation/license) is covered?
  • If not, what are my options?
  • Do I want to do my sessions in person or online?
Day 4

The right fit

How do you determine whether the therapist is a right fit for you? We dig deeper into this in this video.

DAY 5

Your first session

Your first session with each therapist will be different, but know that you are in the driver’s seat and that you don’t have to share your deepest darkest secrets, if at all. Watch this video to learn how to prepare yourself before your session.

DAY 6

Therapy for self growth

Therapy can be utilized to explore self-growth. Watch this video to learn more about how therapists can help you live your most authentic life.

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