Online Therapy Teen Counselling Services

Meeting with one of our therapists online is a great option for some teens and families because it’s convenient, accessible, and as research shows for many people, as effective as in-person therapy. If you’re considering therapy for your teen, you may have a sense as to if in-person or online would be the right fit. You may also have a conversation with your teen about the options and ask what they think would be best for them. Based on our experience at the centre, online therapy might be the right fit for your teen if:

• • • You live anywhere in Ontario and commuting to one of our two locations just isn’t possible. We know it can be difficult to find specialized mental health services for teens and their families in small or remote communities. Our expert therapists want to support teens all across Ontario and online therapy allows them to do just that. 
    • Your family navigates a really busy schedule and removing the need for a commute and travel time helps make consistently attending therapy more possible. 
    • Your teen prefers to do therapy from the comfort of their own home. Some people feel more comfortable in their own space, which in turn allows them to be more present, open, and engaged during therapy. Our therapists think it’s pretty great when we get to see some pet snuggles during a session! 
    • Your teen has been meeting with one of our therapists in person, is now moving out of Toronto (e.g., for post-secondary school), and wants to maintain the relationship with their therapist. Big moves like this involve a lot of change and uncertainty, and being able to stay connected with a trusted and familiar therapist can be a major source of support during such a transition. 

For those who prefer and can make it to in-person appointments, online therapy is still available for the times when coming into the office just isn’t practical. Whether your teen is feeling under the weather, you’re navigating a tight schedule, or dealing with winter weather, switching to an online appointment allows your teen to maintain continuity and still connect with their therapist.