Online Therapy
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We offer a free, no-obligation 20-minute consultation
You have the option to stay for a full session right after, if you so choose. (No need to stop and reschedule.) We’re certain you’ll love your therapist and the progress you make.
Therapy should make life easier for you, so it should also be convenient for you.
The whole reason you’re considering therapy is to make life a little easier. But too often therapy itself seems like yet another hassle. Everyone wants to get out of the house sometimes, of course. But do you really need to drive, park, drive again, and expect the unexpected every time you’d like to speak with your therapist? Can’t you just speak with your therapist, so you can start taking a chunk out of your challenges?
Yes. Though we have offices here in Guelph and love meeting clients in-person in Guelph, we also offer online therapy (and have since before 2020). “Online” in this case means we can meet by Zoom, by Facetime, by phone, or in a similar medium you like and find convenient.
We can help you with a wide range of challenges. Please check out the “We Can Help with…” dropdown menu on this site. Whatever you’re dealing with, the chances are at least one therapist at Spacious Mind Counselling can help. If you end up preferring in-person therapy after all, that’s an option with many of our therapists.
Unlike many online-only therapy services, Spacious Mind Counselling is owned and operated by Canadian therapists. So not only are we local, but we’re also not managed by corporate “bottom line” types. Each of us actually meets with clients every day – online or in-person or both – and we love getting to know our clients. Non-local therapy centres have their place in the world and can be a great fit for some people. But sometimes you want to work with a therapist who “gets” where you’re coming from, understands our shared local culture, and whose hand you can shake one day if you choose to.
The right therapist for you is here, and you can meet with him or her in a way that’s convenient for you.
What’s next? Simply browse our therapists’ bio pages to see who seems like a good fit, or start on the “We Can Help With…” dropdown menu, and contact us to book a free 20-minute consultation with your online therapist of choice.
Meet Our Team
Stacey Molengraaf
MACP, Diploma, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)About StaceyIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Stacey today
Josh Schafer
MSc. Registered PsychotherapistAbout JoshIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Josh today
Colin Hayward
MEd, Registered Psychotherapist About ColinIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Colin today
Bryan Muscat
MA, Registered PsychotherapistAbout BryanIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Bryan today
Samantha Dupre
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying-Student Therapist)About SamanthaIn-Person or Online Therapy Sessions for Individuals & Couples
Justin Griffith
MSW, RSW, PsychotherapistAbout JustinIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Justin today
Nicole Konc
MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist About NicoleBook Nicole today
Shane Smyth
MA, RP, PsychotherapistAbout ShaneOnline Therapy SessionsNot currently accepting new clients. Returning clients please enquire about availability. New clients, please connect with one of our other skilled team members with immediate availability or you can contact us to be added to a waiting list for Shane.
Lauren Fiamelli
MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist (in Brampton)
About LaurenBook Lauren today
Taylor Caissie
BA (Hons), MA, Registered Psychotherapist About TaylorIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Taylor today
Kaylen Leonienco
MSW RSW, Registered Social WorkerAbout KaylenBook Kaylen today
Natalia Lysenko
BA (Hons), MPsy, RPAbout NataliaIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Natalia today
Jessie Buchanan
RP (Qualifying), Art Therapist, B.F.A., D.T.A.T.IAbout JessieIn-Person or Online Therapy SessionsBook Jessie today
Tristan Price
RP, RMFT, PsychotherapistAbout TristanBook Tristan today
Gillian McCallum
MSW, RSW, PsychotherapistAbout Gillian
Not currently accepting new clients. Returning clients please enquire about availability. New clients, please connect with one of our other skilled team members with immediate availability or you can contact us to be added to a waiting list for Gillian.
Jane Kraft
MSW, RSW, PsychotherapistAbout JaneBook Jane today
Sandy Huntington
Sandy is our intake coordinator with over ten years of experience helping people find the right therapist to meet their needs.
To get in touch with Sandy, you can call on 519 208 5454 or email [email protected]
We are all experienced Psychotherapists in Ontario, Canada.
Speak with your therapist on a laptop, smartphone, or tablet, anywhere and at a time that suits you.
You meet online with your therapist through a secure telehealth video conferencing site and/or on your phone.
Benefits of online therapy
Easy to Access
We aim to make therapy as accessible as possible and online therapy offers so many benefits. We know that life is often busy and getting to therapy can be stressful. Having access to therapy without having to leave your home or workplace can make life easier.
Avoid the hassle of parking, waiting areas, child care or commuting to appointments.
If you struggle to leave your home for what ever reason or live in a remote area then online therapy can offer a great solution to increasing your access to mental health supports.
Effective
According to Professor Mary Ann Dunton in the department of psychology at Georgetown University, “There are a number of studies looking at telehealth for different kinds of disorders and they tend to be amazingly effective,” There is a growing amount of studies showing that online therapy when used with qualified mental health therapists leads to effective outcomes for clients.
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Privacy
Having a safe space to talk with your therapist using a secure video conferencing site ensures your sessions are kept private. We use a video platform that is HIPAA compliant and has bank level encryption and security. Privacy is our highest concern and we give guidance to ensure you have privacy during your online or telephone session.
More options
If you live in an area where there is limited access to qualified mental health therapists, then online therapy can be a great option. Being able to choose between a local therapist or a team of experienced and highly trained online therapists gives you more options to choose from. We have a broad range of skills and life experiences and have worked with people from a variety of locations.
Convenient and comfortable
Having therapy in the comfort of your chosen location rather than at a therapy office can reduce a barrier of discomfort many people face when accessing therapy for the first time. We have worked with clients who prefer to have a cup of tea at their kitchen table or comfy sofa while they work on their mental health and they have found that comfort to be very beneficial to their process. Some people have reported that having access to therapy in their own home also allows them integrate what they learn into daily life at home in a more natural manner.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I cancel my appointment?
How can I reschedule my appointment?
If I miss my appointment, what happens next?
What do I need for my online or phone appointment?
What can I except for my first free 20 minute session?
Explain to your therapist what you hope to get from therapy and see if they can work with you towards those goals. Your therapist will be honest with you as we know our limits.
Get to know your therapist’s approach and attitude to see if you think they are a good fit for you.
Get a feeling for using online or phone therapy methods to see if the process suits you.