Pricing & Insurance

    Transparent pricing with insurance coverage options. Mental health care should be accessible to everyone.

    Therapy Options for Every Budget

    At WaitingRoom.ca, we believe everyone deserves access to quality mental health care. Our tiered structure ensures you can find the right therapist, rate, and approach for your needs.

    Student Therapists

    $65/hr
    Individual Counselling

    Supervised graduate-level therapists offering affordable, high-quality care

    Graduate-level training
    Professional supervision
    Evidence-based approaches
    Beginning therapy journey
    Personal growth focus

    Associate Therapists

    $140-165/hr
    Individual • Couples/Family

    Registered professionals with 2–5 years of experience

    Evidence-based support
    Compassionate care
    Individuals & couples
    Family therapy
    Ongoing care

    Senior Therapists

    Varies
    By designation & service type

    Highly experienced clinicians for complex or specialized needs

    Advanced expertise
    Complex case support
    Specialized services
    Available upon request
    Tailored approach

    Our Pricing Philosophy

    Transparent, fair pricing that reflects education, training, and experience

    At WaitingRoom.ca, we believe pricing should be honest, clear, and fair — for both clients and therapists.

    A significant part of how we structure our rates is based on education and clinical experience. We believe this matters because therapists at different stages of their training bring different levels of expertise, and clients deserve to know exactly what they're receiving and paying for.

    Why This Approach?

    In many mental health clinics today, pricing doesn't always reflect a therapist's level of training. Student therapists and Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) may charge rates comparable to fully licensed clinicians. Clients are often unaware of these distinctions, which can lead to confusion and concerns about value.

    We take a different path. We believe clients deserve transparency about who they're working with and what to expect. And we believe therapists who are still developing their skills deserve a pricing structure that honors their training stage — without the pressure to charge as if they're already fully licensed.

    Our Commitment to You

    Clear Communication
    You'll always know your therapist's credentials, experience level, and what to expect from your sessions.
    Fair Pricing
    Our rates reflect the therapist's training stage, so you pay appropriately for the level of service you receive.
    Quality Care at Every Level
    Whether you choose a student therapist or a senior clinician, you'll receive compassionate, evidence-based support.
    Respectful Practice
    We support therapists at all career stages while maintaining integrity in how services are presented and priced.

    This is more than a pricing model — it's our commitment to building trust, honoring professional development, and making mental health care accessible and understandable for everyone.

    Insurance Coverage

    We work with most extended health benefit plans to make therapy more accessible.

    What's Covered?

    Psychology Services
    Sessions with registered psychologists
    Psychological Assessments
    ADHD, learning disability evaluations
    Crisis Intervention
    Emergency mental health support

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