Balance Self-Care
Virtual Therapist in Ontario for Culturally Responsive Online Therapy
Self-care is a lifestyle, not just an action. Meet with a virtual therapist by phone or secure video from wherever you are. Clients 16+, individuals, couples, and families welcome.
Welcome
Online therapy in Ontario that meets you where you are
Balance Self-Care is a team of Ontario-based virtual therapists offering culturally responsive psychotherapy for clients 16+, wherever you are by phone and PHIPA-compliant video. Our approach takes your culture, identity, faith, and lived experience seriously as part of your care.
Beyond one-to-one therapy, we deliver interactive workshops and presentations on self-care, burnout, and wellness for organizations and communities across Canada and the United States.
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.”
How it works
Getting started with a virtual therapist in Ontario
Step 1
Book a free 15-minute consultation
Choose a time that works for you through our secure online scheduling. Ask questions, share what brings you in, and see whether we feel like the right fit.
Step 2
Meet your virtual therapist
Sessions take place by phone or PHIPA-compliant video from wherever you feel comfortable. No commute, no waiting room.
Step 3
Begin your care plan
Together you clarify your goals and build a personalized plan that reflects your culture, values, and pace.
What we do
Online therapy services in Ontario, plus workshops and presentations
Virtual individual, couple, and family psychotherapy — plus webinars, workshops, and presentations for communities and organizations.
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Virtual Psychotherapy
Phone and PHIPA-compliant video sessions for individuals, couples, and families 16+, wherever you are.
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Interactive Workshops
Hands-on workshops on self-care, self-compassion, and overall wellness for groups and organizations.
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Presentations & Trainings
Media and in-person presentations on burnout, boundaries, anxiety, and stress across Canada and the U.S.
Virtual therapy from Ontario, available wherever you are
Because sessions happen by phone or secure video, you can see a virtual therapist whether you live in a major city or a remote community. We welcome clients from Ontario cities and communities such as the following, and beyond:
- Toronto
- Ottawa
- Mississauga
- Brampton
- Hamilton
- London
- Markham
- Vaughan
- Kitchener-Waterloo
- Windsor
- Oshawa
- Barrie
- Kingston
- Thunder Bay
- Sudbury
Ready to talk to someone? Learn about virtual psychotherapy in Ontario.
Virtual therapy in Ontario: frequently asked questions
Who can see a virtual therapist at Balance Self-Care?
Our Ontario-based virtual therapists see individuals, couples, and families who are 16 years of age or older, wherever you are. Sessions take place by phone or PHIPA-compliant video, so you can attend from home or anywhere private.
Is virtual therapy in Ontario as effective as in-person therapy?
Research on online delivery of talk therapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy for anxiety and depression, has found outcomes comparable to in-person sessions for many people. What matters most is a good fit with your therapist and a private, comfortable space to talk. A free 15-minute consultation is a low-pressure way to check the fit.
What can a virtual therapist in Ontario help with?
Our clinicians support clients with anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, relationship and family conflict, attachment, grief and loss, postpartum depression and anxiety, and self-compassion work rooted in childhood wounds or trauma. See each clinician's profile for their specific focus areas.
What does culturally responsive therapy mean?
It means your therapist takes your culture, identity, faith, family context, and lived experience seriously as part of your care, rather than treating them as an afterthought. Our team includes Black and South Asian clinicians with a commitment to supporting racialized clients, and we welcome faith and spirituality in sessions if that is important to you.
Are your therapists registered in Ontario?
Our team includes Registered Social Workers (R.S.W.) as well as a psychotherapist practising as an RP (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. You can read each clinician's qualifications on their profile page.
Is counselling with a Registered Social Worker taxable?
Counselling services from a Registered Social Worker are exempt from tax, and receipts are emailed after each session. Many extended health plans reimburse social work and psychotherapy services, so check your plan for details before booking.
How do I book a virtual therapy session in Ontario?
Book online through our secure scheduling system. If you are unsure whether we are the right fit, start with a complimentary 15-minute consultation to ask questions and meet a clinician before committing to ongoing sessions.
Ready to begin?
Book a session through Jane App, or reach out to schedule a presentation or workshop for your organization.