Affordable Therapy
Master's-level student therapists offering accessible, professionally supervised counselling — $80 per hour, and covered under most extended health benefit plans.
Quality therapy shouldn't be out of reach because of cost. Our Student Clinic makes professionally supervised counselling accessible to more people in Newmarket — without compromising the quality of care.
Our student therapists are nearing completion of their Master's degrees in Counselling Psychology. They bring a wealth of personal and professional experience along with the rigorous training needed to support your therapeutic needs. Every session is supervised by a senior clinician.
Despite any initial reservations about working with a student therapist, there are real and meaningful advantages to consider — including some our regular clients say they wouldn't trade.
The advantages of student therapy
Rigorous Selection
Thorough screening and evaluation ensure that our student therapists are well-suited for delivering high-quality care.
Senior Clinical Oversight
Our students receive regular supervision from highly experienced senior psychotherapists — ensuring the safe and effective delivery of every session.
Passion for Learning
With deep curiosity for the field, our students are committed to thoroughly understanding your concerns and walking alongside you.
Genuine Enthusiasm
Our students approach their work with abundant enthusiasm and authentic appreciation for the trust each client places in them.
Cutting-Edge Learning
Continuously trained on the latest evidence-based methods, our students bring fresh, modern therapeutic approaches into the room.
Individualised Attention
With smaller caseloads, our student therapists offer personalised attention and unhurried care tailored to your needs.
Accessible therapy that fits your budget
Our Student Clinic rate is $80.00 per 50-minute session — less than half of our standard therapist rate. Detailed receipts are provided for reimbursement.
Meet our 2026–2027 intern
Elena brings a unique combination of behavioural psychology and counselling psychology training to her work — offering a thoughtful blend of practical guidance and emotional depth in a space that is both grounded and supportive. Her approach is deeply person-centred, helping clients gently explore their experiences while building meaningful, everyday skills.
Drawing from DBT, EFT, ACT, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Elena works with adults, teens, and adolescents on anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
Speak with Susan to get started
For further information about our student clinic, sliding scale eligibility, or to schedule an appointment — please contact Susan Graham, our Client Care Manager. She will personally walk you through your options.