Online Therapy in Ontario
VIDEO OR TELEHEALTH SESSIONS THROUGHOUT ONTARIO AND CANADA
Compassionate Mental Health Support, Wherever You Are
Online therapy makes it possible to access meaningful mental health support from a private and comfortable space, without needing to travel to a therapist's office. Cherry Tree Counselling offers secure virtual therapy across Ontario, connecting clients with therapists who support a wide range of mental health concerns, life stages and experiences.
For some people, virtual counselling simply fits better. It can make therapy more accessible when you live outside our local area, have a busy schedule, are balancing parenting or caregiving, experience mobility or health challenges, or simply feel more comfortable meeting from home.
How Does Online Therapy Work?
Online therapy offers many of the same elements as in-person counselling, including a dedicated appointment with your therapist, collaborative goals and a therapeutic approach tailored to what brings you to therapy.
Sessions take place virtually, allowing you to meet with your therapist from a private location anywhere in Ontario.
Registered Psychotherapists providing electronic services are expected to follow the same professional standards that apply to in-person psychotherapy, including standards related to consent, confidentiality, record-keeping, and appropriate use of technology.
Why Choose Virtual Therapy?
There isn't one "right" way to attend therapy. Some people value being physically present with their therapist, while others find that virtual sessions make it easier to fit consistent mental health support into their lives.
Online therapy can be particularly helpful when travelling to appointments creates an additional barrier. It may reduce commuting time, make scheduling around work or family responsibilities easier, and provide access to therapists outside your immediate community.
For clients outside Dundas and Hamilton, virtual therapy also means you can work with a Cherry Tree therapist without needing to live nearby.
Therapists Offering Virtual Sessions
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Rachel Galbraith
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Jennifer Hines: A woman with long brown hair, wearing earrings and a pink top, smiling in front of a pink background with white floral and branch graphics.]()
Jennifer Hines
REGISTERED NURSE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Rachel Gibbs
REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Michelle Stockwell: A middle-aged woman with blonde hair and earrings smiling, wearing a black top with a cherry blossom graphic.]()
Michelle Stockwell
CERTIFIED NURSE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Victoria Kim: A young Asian woman with long black hair smiling, with pink and dark background elements and white cherry blossom illustration.]()
Victoria Kim
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (QUALIFYING)
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Rebecca Harper: A woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a dark blazer, looking at the camera with a neutral expression]()
Rebecca Harper
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Lauren Anastasi: A woman with blonde hair wearing large glasses, smiling, with a pink background and white floral graphic overlay.]()
Lauren Anastasi
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Charlotte Day
INTERN THERAPIST
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Selina Buesink
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Amy Commanda
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Heathe Rivlin
REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER
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Shabana Omar
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Beth Lewis
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Kate McDermott
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions?
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Yes. Cherry Tree Counselling offers virtual therapy to clients located throughout Ontario as well as Canada, depending on individual therapist availability and scope of practice. This allows clients outside Dundas and Hamilton to access support from members of our team without travelling to the clinic.
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Therapists providing virtual psychotherapy are required to take reasonable steps to use technology that is secure, confidential and appropriate for the service being provided. Your therapist will also discuss considerations related to privacy and virtual communication as part of the consent process.
Clients should attend virtual sessions from a private location whenever possible.
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Both formats involve working directly with a therapist within a therapeutic relationship. The primary difference is where you and your therapist are located during the appointment. Whether virtual or in-person therapy feels better for you can depend on your circumstances, preferences and therapeutic needs.
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You'll generally need a reliable internet connection, a device that supports your virtual appointment and a private place where you feel comfortable speaking openly. Your therapist can provide additional information about accessing your appointment before your first virtual session.
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This may be possible when your therapist offers both formats and has appropriate availability. Talk with your therapist or our team if you'd like to explore a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.
Ready to Explore Virtual Therapy?
Therapy doesn't have to be limited by where you live.
Cherry Tree Counselling offers online therapy across Ontario, making it possible to connect with a therapist whose experience and approach align with what you're looking for.
Explore our therapy team or contact us for help finding a therapist when you're ready.