Where to Find Free Therapy in Ontario
Published April 25th, 2024
3.5 min read
Even though mental health is important, some people can’t afford to pay the cost of therapy. Fortunately, there are some clinics that offer these services for free.
Written by Simon Spichak
One in six Canadians over the age of 12 need mental health care, but half of them never receive the support that they need. Part of the problem is that they can’t afford the cost of therapy.
In Ontario, there are several clinics that can help fill this gap by offering free appointments for youth and young adults. These clinics are not intended to offer crisis support and in some cases, may have a waitlist. Most of these clinics offer in-person services, with the majority located in Toronto or Ottawa.
How much does therapy cost?
The average cost of therapy will depend on the type of support or mental health professional you’re looking to meet with.
Psychologists on average charge between $200 and $250 per hour
Psychotherapists charge between $100 to $200 per hour
Psychiatrists are covered by OHIP but it may take several months to get an appointment
Free therapy in Toronto/GTA
These centers offer free therapy:
Free therapy in Ottawa
These centers offer free therapy:
Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health - services for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit clients
Free therapy in other parts of Ontario
If you’re located somewhere else in the province, you can use ementalhealth.ca to find out if there are free in-person therapy services near you.
Does Resolvve offer free therapy?
Resolvve does not currently offer free therapy, but we do have low cost options. Sessions with a highly supervised student intern cost $30 while the cost of our other therapists start at $100.
If you are a university or college student in Ontario — your student health insurance may cover the entire cost of several therapy sessions. You can learn more about your insurance plan here. We also offer a free 15-minute consultation so that you can see if a particular therapist is right for you.
Please note that this post is written for educational purposes; it is not therapy. If you need to talk to a professional, please book a consultation with a psychotherapist through Resolvve.
