Counselling Services in Calgary

Yes, many counselling services in Calgary are covered by extended health benefits. Coverage depends on your plan and the credentials of the therapist. It’s best to check with your insurance provider for details.

Counselling fees in Calgary typically range from $120 to $300 per session, depending on the therapist’s qualifications and experience. Some clinics offer sliding scale options or low-cost therapy through interns. Conscientia Counseling offers therapeutic services for an average of $130.

Most counselling sessions last between 50 to 60 minutes. The frequency and duration of therapy depend on your goals and the nature of the issues being addressed.

Counselling can help with a variety of emotional and psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, stress, trauma, self-esteem, parenting challenges, and career or life transitions.

In your first session, the therapist will ask about your concerns, background, and goals. It’s a time to build rapport, discuss confidentiality, and create a plan for moving forward.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling emotionally, counselling can offer support, new perspectives, and practical tools to improve your well-being. Many people benefit from even a few sessions to gain clarity and direction.

Yes, many Calgary therapists offer culturally sensitive counselling and work with diverse populations, including newcomers, immigrants, Indigenous clients, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

A psychologist is a regulated health professional with a master’s or doctoral degree and is registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists. A counsellor or therapist may have similar qualifications but may be certified through different associations. All can provide talk therapy, but licensing and insurance coverage may vary. At this moment, there is no regulating body (like CAP or ACSW for Social Workers) for Counselling Therapists. However, make sure your therapist is at least a Certified Canadian Counsellor.

Yes, counselling is confidential and adheres to strict ethical and legal guidelines. Exceptions to confidentiality include risks of harm to self or others, or situations involving abuse or neglect, as required by Alberta law.

The length of therapy depends on your individual goals and challenges. Some clients benefit from short-term therapy (6–12 sessions), while others choose to continue long-term for deeper personal growth.