Affordable Therapy Team

The Affordable Therapy rate at Roots in Wellness is $90/ 50 minute session. This session rate is the same for virtual, in-office, and walk and talk appointments. 

We also offer sliding scale as a part of the Affordable Therapy Program for clients in financial need, on a pay-what-you-can basis. Please contact us to find out more about current sliding scale availability!

At Roots in Wellness, our intern therapists are under the direct supervision of experienced Registered Psychotherapists, who are registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).

Intern therapists are in the final stage of their Master’s program, and each intern has a unique set of experiences and training. Our interns are trained in a variety of evidence-based therapy approaches, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based approaches. 

Each intern has a unique skillset and therapy focus. Whether you’re seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship concerns, you can use our “team” filter to look for an intern who specializes in an area you are seeking therapy for. Then, you can read each therapist’s About Page bio to learn more about their approach and which therapy modalities they use.

We encourage clients to book a Free Phone Consultation with their prospective therapist to ensure it feels like a great fit. There’s never any pressure or obligation – finding a great fit is instrumental for a positive therapy experience, and we want you to feel confident in your choice!

Not sure where to start? Book a free consultation with our Administrative Coordinator, Emily, who can help match you to a therapist: https://rootsinwellness.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/22

Absolutely! Finding a great fit is the most important factor in making therapy effective. We encourage clients to book multiple consultations to ensure it feels like a great fit and that your unique needs are being met. 

The length of therapy is different for each client, depending on goals, presenting concerns, and what feels most helpful for you. Some people benefit from short-term therapy, attending 4-10 sessions to work on a specific concern such as stress, anxiety, a life transition, or developing coping strategies. Others choose longer-term psychotherapy to explore patterns, process trauma, strengthen relationships, or support ongoing mental health or personal growth. 

During your first few sessions, you will work with your therapist to determine your goals and create a plan that fits your needs. As therapy progresses, you will have regular check-ins to ensure you’re moving towards your goals and when it feels right to reduce the frequency of sessions or end therapy. 

Whether you’re seeing individual therapy, couples therapy, or support for anxiety, depression, trauma, or other concerns, there is no set timeline. Therapy is always a collaborative process, and you are always in control of how long you continue.

Progress in therapy looks different for each client. While some clients notice improvements in symptoms within a few sessions, meaningful and lasting therapeutic change usually happens gradually as you build new skills, gain insight, and practice these new skills in your everyday life.

Signs that therapy is working may include feeling more capable to cope with stress or difficult emotions, communicating more effectively with those around you, feeling more like yourself, and having increased awareness of how you’re feeling. You may also notice that situations which once felt overwhelming feel more manageable over time.

Throughout therapy, your therapist will regularly check in with you to assess progress and re-evaluate goals as needed. If something doesn’t feel like it’s working, it’s important you talk to your therapist about it! Therapy is truly a collaborative process, and we welcome feedback as therapists because it helps us to adjust our treatment approach, explore new strategies, and assist you in making lasting, meaningful changes in your life.  

Whether you’re seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, or general overwhelm, progress isn’t about becoming a different person – it’s about helping you feel more connected to yourself, those around you, in order to live your most true and meaningful life.