Relationship Lighthouse

Sessions are usually an hour in length but may be booked for 75minutes if desired. Costs can be found here.

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We do not do direct billing for insurance; however, we recommend paying by credit card because your electronic receipt may be submitted to your extended benefits provider, and reimbursement from your provider may be received before your credit card bill is due.

Also, you may earn points through your credit card rewards programs for vacations etc. … all by investing in your health! It’s best to check with your provider in advance to confirm they will cover the services of your therapist eg. Registered Psychotherapist (RP).

We generally have availability within a week. Therapists can’t be booked through the online portal inside of 24hrs, but they may have availability showing online which will say “contact to book”. If you can’t find a day or time you are looking for in the next week, you can add yourself to the next available opening that works for you and also add yourself to the waitlist between now and then. Sometimes we get cancellations between 48hrs and 36rhs in advance, and we can notify you of a cancellation if you are on the waitlist. Also, we can sometimes add more times to our schedule when possible, in order to accommodate a special request which is best communicated through the waitlist request.

The premise is “no more therapy than is necessary”. What is necessary for each case is highly dependent on the individuals and the goals. We have seen people experience paradigm shifts in understanding their circumstances within 1-3 sessions, and when this happens, they experience marked improvement in their circumstances as a result. These changes can be temporary, and issues may return when big emotions return. Creating long term emotional change or change when emotions are intense comes from walking this out for a longer period of time through therapy. The length of time to achieve emotional freedom often depends on each persons starting point with emotional-relational intelligence.

Individual therapy focuses on personal issues and goals, helping clients work through their own challenges and develop coping strategies. Couples therapy, on the other hand, addresses relationship dynamics and aims to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen the bond between partners. Both types of therapy can be highly effective, depending on your needs.

Choosing the right type of therapy depends on your specific needs and goals. During your initial consultation, our therapists will discuss your concerns and help you determine the most suitable type of therapy. Whether you need individual support, relationship counseling, or family therapy, we are here to guide you.

Couples therapy requires safety to be present in order to get to the deeper levels of intimacy. If active affairs are present, this would interfere with safety and these should be disclosed and terminated in order for therapy to be effective. Also, active domestic violence would not enable safety to be established in therapy and a suitable treatment program for abuse should be completed and abuse terminated in advance of starting couples therapy. Anyone involved in a relationship with domestic violence is advised to contact non-emergency police services to gather more information, or 911 in the event of an escalating situation.

Yes, we offer specialized therapy for a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and more. Our therapists are trained in various therapeutic approaches and can tailor the treatment to address your specific concerns. Whether you need help with mental health issues or relationship challenges, we have the expertise to support you.

Booking and billing is done through the Jane App. This makes booking or even rescheduling (within the allowable windows) easy to access 24x7. Visit our booking app here Jane booking app.

A. The difference between these professionals in Ontario:

• Registered Psychotherapist: Psychotherapists typically have Masters degrees and use talk therapy to help individuals address mental, emotional, behavioral and relational issues. In Ontario, the title "Psychotherapist" is regulated, and practitioners must meet high levels of educational and training requirements. They do not diagnose or treat with medication. They licensed by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and it is regulated by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care.

• Registered Psychiatrist: Psychiatrists are specialized medical doctors (MD) who have done internships and specializations in mental health. Access is by referral through a family doctor. They can prescribe medication and provide therapy and are covered by OHIP because they belong to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). This college is regulated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

• Registered Psychologist: Psychologists have academic doctoral degrees in psychology (PhD, PsyD, or EdD) and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues through therapy, but do not prescribe medication because they are not medical doctors. They may also conduct research and assessments. In Ontario, the college that regulates registered psychologists is the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). This college is overseen by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

• Registered Social Worker: Social workers have degrees in social work (MSW or LCSW) and are trained to provide therapy and connect individuals with community resources and support services. Social Workers trained in Clinical Counselling will be called RSW or Registered Social Workers. Their regulatory body is the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) which is regulated by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care.

• Counsellor: Counsellors provide guidance and support to individuals dealing with personal, social, or psychological challenges. They may have various levels of training and certification, for example any of the above titled professionals could be referred to more generically as a “counsellor”. On the contrary, not all “Counsellors” have the rigorous training of the registered professionals listed above and may not be regulated. It’s best to determine the title of the Counsellor you are considering ensuring their training and education is suitable for you.

• Coach: Coaches typically focus on helping individuals achieve specific personal or professional goals. They do not diagnose or treat mental health issues. Their education and training is not standardized or regulated.

Feel free to book a consultation with a therapist to get more information. Here is a link to our booking site.