Fees and insurance

The fee you see is the fee you pay. Every therapist at Balancy offers a free 15-minute consultation first, so you can confirm the exact fee, and your insurance coverage, before spending anything.

Session fees

Each therapist sets their own fee, reflecting their experience and the service. The ranges below cover every therapist currently at Balancy.

Service	Fee range	Notes
First consultation (15 minutes)	Free	With every therapist, no obligation
Individual session, online	$50 to $165	Sliding scale available at the lower end
Individual session, in person	$140 to $190	Burlington and Oakville offices
Couples session	$75	Online, sliding scale available

Your exact fee is confirmed with your therapist during the free consultation, before you book. See each therapist's fee on their profile on the therapists page.

No HST on top

Psychotherapy services are exempt from HST in Ontario (the exemption has applied since June 2024). Unlike many services, there is no tax added to your session fee.

Insurance and extended health benefits

Many extended health plans cover Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers. All Balancy therapists practise under one of those designations.
Check your plan for the provider category it covers, the per-session limit and the yearly maximum. Plans differ a lot, and the category wording matters.
Mention your coverage when you request your consultation, and we will match you with a therapist whose designation your plan covers.
Payment and receipts are handled on your therapist's secure booking platform, and the receipt is what you submit to your insurer for reimbursement.
Psychotherapy fees are not covered by OHIP. If cost is a barrier, ask about sliding scale options during the free consultation.

Common questions

How much does a session cost?

Session fees at Balancy run from $50 to $190, depending on the therapist, the service and the format. Each therapist sets their own fee, and your exact fee is confirmed in the free consultation before you book a session.

Is HST added to the fee?

No. Psychotherapy services are exempt from HST in Ontario, so the fee you see is the full amount you pay.

Will my insurance cover it?

Many extended health plans cover Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers. Check your plan for those categories and your yearly maximum, and mention your coverage in the free consultation so we can match you with a therapist whose designation your plan covers.

Is there a sliding scale?

Yes, some therapists at Balancy offer sliding scale fees, with individual online sessions starting at $50. Ask during your free consultation and we will do our best to match you accordingly.

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