About Balancy Counselling & Psychotherapy

How Balancy works

Each therapist at Balancy is an independent, licensed clinician who is solely responsible for their own clinical services. What the group practice adds is a simpler way in: instead of researching dozens of individual practices and guessing who fits, you tell us what you are looking for and we match you with the therapist whose experience, approach, languages and schedule fit you best.

• Step 1: a free 15-minute consultation. A short call or video meeting with the therapist, at no charge and with no obligation.
• Step 2: book on a secure platform. If it feels right, you book your sessions directly with your therapist. Bookings, intake and records are handled on a secure, PHIPA-compliant platform.
• Step 3: begin, in the format that suits you. In person in Burlington or Oakville, by video call, or by phone.

Read more about what to expect at your first appointment.

Why clients choose Balancy

• Local and Canadian. Our therapists live and practise in the community, with many years of experience, and are regulated in Ontario.
• A free first consultation, so you can meet the therapist before paying anything.
• Help choosing. We match you instead of leaving you to sort through profiles alone.
• Meet your way: in person, by video call, or by phone, which some clients prefer because it feels more anonymous.
• A real range of services: anxiety therapy, couples therapy, trauma and EMDR, depression and low mood, relationship issues, burnout, addiction support, and grief and life transitions.
• Evenings and weekends are available, because most people cannot come at noon on a Tuesday.
• Honest pricing. The fee you see is the full fee. Psychotherapy is exempt from HST, so there is no tax added on top.
• Private and secure. This website collects contact details only. Your clinical information stays with your therapist.
• Languages: sessions are available in English, Russian, Ukrainian and Arabic, depending on the therapist.
• Established approaches: CBT, DBT skills and Gestalt therapy, chosen with you, not for you.

Regulated professionals

Psychotherapy in Ontario is a regulated health profession. Our therapists are Registered Psychotherapists, registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), and a Registered Social Worker. Registration means protected titles, professional standards, and a public register you can check. Profiles, fees, languages and availability for each therapist are on our therapists page.