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Darshana Patel
MSW, RSW · Founder
Anxiety, stress, intergenerational dynamics, relationships. From $175.
Read moreIndividual Therapy in Etobicoke & Online Across Ontario
For what doesn't have one clear name yet.
One-on-one psychotherapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and the harder-to-name things underneath. Warm, goal-oriented, culturally fluent — including South Asian context. In person in Etobicoke or virtually anywhere in Ontario.
- Session
- 50 minutes
- Starting at
- $160
- Format
- In-person & virtual
- Reduced rate
- $80 · when needed
Individual psychotherapy in Etobicoke
Therapy that centers around you.
You bring what's been going on. We listen, reflect, and map out a direction together.
Individual psychotherapy is a confidential, one-on-one space where you work with a registered clinician to understand what's been weighing on you — and build actual tools to respond to it differently. It's not open-ended venting; it's deliberate work, shaped around your goals.
What that looks like varies. Some weeks, we're untangling a specific situation. Others, we're processing something older that keeps showing up in new shapes. The tools come from evidence-based frameworks (CBT, DBT, ACT, EFIT, polyvagal theory), but the way they're used is tailored to you.
Therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma & life transitions
A few of the things that bring people in.
You don't need to fit a category to belong here. If something below sounds familiar, that's reason enough to talk.
- Anxiety that won't quiet down. Racing thoughts, low-grade dread, difficulty sleeping. A sense that your nervous system hasn't had a chance to rest in a long time.
- Feeling flat or disconnected. Going through the motions. Not depressed enough to call it depression, but not engaged with life in the way you used to be.
- Patterns you keep hitting. Relationships that end the same way. Boundaries you know you should set and don't. Reactions you're tired of apologizing for.
- Something from the past, still showing up. Old experiences that still shape how you feel in the present — at work, in intimacy, when you're alone with your thoughts.
- A transition that's bigger than expected. A move, a loss, a new role, a shifting identity. You thought you'd be more okay than you are, and that's confusing.
- The cultural and family weight. Expectations you've outgrown but still feel. The space between who you are and who your family expected you to be.
CBT, DBT, ACT, EFIT & polyvagal therapy
Evidence-based tools, chosen to fit.
We draw on a toolbox of well-researched modalities and select what's useful for you — session by session, not by protocol. Here's what shows up most often in individual work.
CBT
Cognitive behavioural therapy
Notice the thought, name the pattern, practice a different response. Practical and skill-based.
DBT
Dialectical behaviour therapy
Tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and getting through intense moments without making them worse.
ACT
Acceptance & commitment therapy
Less about controlling difficult thoughts, more about acting on what you actually care about, even while they're present.
EFIT
Emotionally focused individual therapy
Working at the level of emotion itself — naming what's underneath, so the surface stops being so loud.
Polyvagal
Nervous-system work
Understanding how your body's threat response shapes your day — and gentle practices for returning to regulation.
Online therapy across Ontario or in-person in Etobicoke
Same therapy, two ways in.
In person at our Etobicoke clinic, or by secure video anywhere in Ontario — Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, and the wider GTA.
Sessions are 50 minutes either way, on a PHIPA-compliant video platform when online. Most clients mix the two depending on the week — the work doesn't change; the room does.
What to expect in your first therapy session
The shape of the first few weeks.
Therapy isn't linear, but the pacing of the early work is predictable. Here's what the first few sessions usually look like.
Week 0 — Free consult
A free consultation
Tell us what's bringing you in. We listen, answer your questions, and see if we're a fit. No paperwork, no commitment.
Week 1 — Intake
The first full session
A deeper conversation — what's been going on, what you've tried, what you're hoping for. Together we set a direction.
Weeks 2+ — The work
Finding the rhythm
Most clients land on weekly sessions. Some stretch to every two weeks as things steady. Pacing is yours.
Registered psychotherapists in Etobicoke
All four clinicians offer individual therapy.
See the full teamEach with their own approach, shared commitment to cultural fluency.
Therapy fees, OHIP & insurance coverage
What it costs — and what's covered.
Sessions are 50 minutes. All fees include HST. We don't direct-bill, but provide detailed receipts after every session.
Standard
Individual therapy
$160–$175
Per 50-minute session. Rate depends on clinician.
Reduced
Sliding scale
$80
Per session, for individual therapy. No documentation. Spots limited.
Free
Consultation
15 min
No paperwork, no commitment. Just to see if we're a fit.
Does OHIP cover individual therapy in Ontario?
Short answer: no. Psychotherapy provided by Registered Psychotherapists (RP) and Registered Social Workers (RSW) isn't covered by OHIP. It is, however, covered by most extended health benefit plans — look for "psychotherapist," "registered social worker," or "mental health" coverage in your benefits booklet.
What about extended health insurance?
Most workplace and student plans cover RSW and RP services. Per-session limits and annual maximums vary by plan. We provide detailed receipts you can submit for reimbursement directly — same-day, no portal. We don't currently direct-bill insurers.
Is the $80 reduced rate means-tested?
No. If cost is the thing keeping you from starting, mention it on the consult and we'll set the rate at $80 privately. No income proof, no forms, no follow-up. The reduced rate applies to individual therapy only and spots are limited.
How long is a session?
Fifty minutes. The free initial consultation is 15 minutes.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients find a weekly rhythm settles things within 8–12 sessions. Some stay longer when working on deeper patterns. We talk about pacing openly and adjust as we go.
What does a typical session look like?
The first session is a wider conversation — what's been going on, what you've tried, what you're hoping for. Subsequent sessions move between exploring what's surfacing in your week and practising specific tools. Progress gets reviewed openly every few weeks.
Is individual therapy covered by insurance?
Most extended health plans cover RSW and RP services. Coverage amounts vary by plan. We don't direct-bill insurers but provide detailed receipts for reimbursement.
Are reduced rates available?
Yes — $80 per session for individual therapy when you need it. No documentation, no means-testing. Mention it on the consult; we handle it privately. Spots are limited.
Can I do sessions virtually anywhere in Ontario?
Yes. Virtual sessions run on a PHIPA-compliant secure video platform and are available anywhere in Ontario — including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, and the wider GTA. Most clients mix in-person and virtual depending on their week.
What if we're not a good fit?
The consult is where we figure that out. If individual therapy with us isn't right, we'll say so honestly and point you toward someone who is. No pressure, no commitment.
Ready when you are
Start with a free consultation.
No paperwork, no commitment, no sales pitch. Just a short conversation about what's been going on and whether we're a fit. Most people find the next step gets clearer just by saying it out loud once.