Online Therapy for Adults & Teens

Who I Help

Adults

Virtual Counselling & Therapy

I do online therapy throughout Ontario with adults who want to understand themselves better, or who are going through a difficult life transition or big change and want support, or with people who are struggling with relationships – with family, work, friends etc. 

I can  help people figure out next steps, ways to improve their relationships or help them feel good about themselves. I offer compassion, insight, clinical techniques and kindness.

Support & Coaching to Parents

Parenting can be tough. I offer parenting support, counselling parent coaching to help Ontario parents better understand the dynamics between them and their children, learn new ways to communicate and resolve conflict or, support them with a child who is struggling but doesn’t want counselling. We work on skills and techniques that are evidence based and effective. Through empathy and support, we talk it through. 

Teens & Youth

Virtual Counselling & Therapy

Teens

I offer counselling online to give teens a caring adult listener, to assist with self-esteem, self-agency, stress & depression, as well as helping ease them through difficult life transitions.

I help teenagers understand themselves better and offer them insights and coping tools. We then work on changes they feel ready to make in order to ease their way through life.

College & University Students / Youth

I support College and University students in Ontario who are having difficulty adjusting to being away from home and the stress of studying, or who are struggling with stress management, relationship issues, worries about the future and who could use some caring, supportive virtual counselling or virtual  therapy.

My Approach

Life is a journey of ups and downs. Sometimes we can figure it out on our own and sometimes we can use a little help. I think that reaching out for help shows courage.

My counselling and psychotherapy focuses on the present and looks toward your future. I do this by really getting to know and understand you. It is an honour and a pleasure to work with you on your goals and concerns.  I offer you my caring concern, my training and my wisdom. I am not hesitant to hear about or discuss any topic or concern with you.

  • I can help with communication skills, getting in touch with your emotions, & affirming your values.
  • I offer tips for dealing with conflict, help for your relationships and dealing with the difficult people in your life.
  • I can help you be less hard on yourself, understand why you do what you do, and offer tools and techniques to help make the decisions and changes that you want.
  • For anxiety, worries, depression, anger or stress I help you to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which focuses on understanding how your thoughts, feelings and behaviours are connected.
  • I might help you to use Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills for helping with stress management and regulating your emotions.
  • I might integrate Eastern practices such as mindfulness, and diaphragmatic breathing to help ease stress and calm your mind and body.
  • We can talk through hard decisions, big changes, and sort out next steps in your life’s journey.

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Number of Sessions

The number of sessions varies according to your needs. Weekly, bi-monthly or monthly sessions can help you to understand yourself better, manage your situation, or get ongoing support.

My suggestion is to meet me once per week for four weeks and then spread out the time in-between our sessions. My door always remains open for clients to jump back into therapy.

Why Online Therapy

I had to close my lovely Guelph office due to COVID restrictions and my therapy practice pivoted online. I saw how well Online Therapy worked for people, so I decided to stay with  Online Therapy also known as  Virtual Therapy or Online Counselling.

This has allowed me to expand the reach of my therapy practice. I still see clients from Guelph, plus I now offer counselling and therapy online to anyone in Ontario.

I am a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). The College allows me to practice anywhere in Ontario. As well, my private practice insurance allows me to practice therapy anywhere in Ontario.

Most Extended Health Care plans through schools or workplaces and private heath insurance are Provincial. So if you live in Ontario, they likely cover my services. However, it’s best to check.

I use Zoom for live webcam counselling from your home, office or even your car. I use an online scheduler that you can book or cancel appointments, get email or text reminders for appointments, and pay for services through it. It’s easy peasy.

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About Me

I have great compassion and respect for my clients. I can help you work through your difficulties, make hard decisions or understand yourself better. I do this by putting all of my skills, knowledge and kindness toward you and your concerns.

I am a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW)  as well as a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in Ontario through the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

I have my Master of Social Work (MSW) and an Addictions Certificate from Wilfrid Laurier School of Social Work. I am a Clinical Social Worker with specialized training in mental health.

I also run an online therapy practice called CBTOnline.ca for a more focused short-term therapy approach.

I have over fifteen years of experience in the mental health field, including crisis mental health, mental health therapy for children and youth, walk-in counselling, group counselling, and have done counselling in high schools, along side the police, on phone lines, in clinics, and now in my private practice.

I have worked and volunteered in many capacities in the arts, social justice and environment areas. I was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario and lived in the beautiful city of Guelph for over 30 years and raised two children there. I would be honoured to work with you, wherever you are.

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FEES

Free Consult – A free 30 minute consultation session where we can get to know each other and see if we are a good fit.

Initial Assessment – 90 minutes – $150. To help me to get to know your background, present concerns and goals for treatment. (To keep costs down, I charge the same fee as for my regular sessions).

Subsequent Session – 60 minutes – $150.

Check-In Session – 30 minutes – $85. Suited for clients working on addiction issues, behaviours they are trying to change, anxiety or phobias, children and youth (who can get bored in longer sessions), clients coping with ADD and Asperger’s, or clients wanting a quick check in.

If you have health or insurance benefits I encourage you to contact your benefits provider and ask if my services are covered, how much you have available per year, and when your benefits renew. Canada considers Social Workers “medical practitioners”, therefore I do not need to charge HST. As well, you can claim my services on your income tax through the Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC).

You can book a therapy session online. I send an invoice by email after our session. Payment can be made by credit card or e-transfer. Receipts are issued via email.

Counselling Guelph entrance on Yarmouth St.
Counselling Guelph entrance
(old) Counselling Guelph entrance on Yarmouth St.
Counselling Guelph therapist
Mary Cross, therapist, Counselling Guelph
Online Therapy for Ontario - Counselling Guelph

Get in touch

Ask me your questions by email or phone. Or, feel free to Book A Free Consult via Zoom video.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Mary Cross, Registered Social Worker & Therapist



    (226) 770-0336
    mary@counsellingguelph.com