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Initial sessions
Your therapist makes space to understand your situation, your history, and what you're hoping to work through.
OTTAWA AND ONTARIO
Depression therapy in Ottawa, matched to you
Depression can make even small things feel impossible. We connect you with a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario who has experience working with depression - at your pace, on your terms.
Valisen is a matching and referral service. We do not provide therapy or clinical treatment directly. All sessions are delivered by independent Registered Psychotherapists or Registered Social Workers.
WHAT IT IS
Understanding depression
Depression isn't just sadness. It's the heaviness that sits on everything - the loss of interest in things you used to love, the difficulty getting out of bed, the sense that nothing quite reaches you anymore. It's exhausting, and it doesn't always have an obvious cause.
Therapy for depression gives you a space to explore what you're going through without pressure. Your therapist works alongside you to understand what's driving it and to find approaches that help - gradually, steadily, in a way that fits your life.
HOW VALISEN HELPS
We connect you with the right therapist
Valisen connects you with a Registered Psychotherapist or Social Worker in Ontario who has experience working with depression. You fill out a simple intake. We learn more about what matters to you, then match you with a therapist who fits what you need. From there, your relationship is directly with your therapist.
WHAT TO EXPECT
From first session to feeling supported
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Building the work
Together you set goals and explore approaches that fit you. Therapy is collaborative - your therapist follows your lead.
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Ongoing support
Therapy is shaped around your goals, comfort level, and the kind of support that feels right for you.
MANY EXTENDED HEALTH PLANS MAY COVER YOUR SESSIONS
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FAQ
Common questions
How much does therapy cost?+
Session costs vary by therapist. Many extended health plans may cover your sessions in full or in part. We help you understand coverage during intake.
How does matching work?+
After you submit your intake, we'll review your needs and availability so we can help find a therapist who fits.
Do I need a referral from a doctor?+
No. You can self-refer to a Registered Psychotherapist or Social Worker in Ontario. No doctor referral required.