Counselling in
Burlington,
Ontario
Our registered counsellors and psychotherapists in Burlington, Ontario offer in-person sessions at our Harvester Rd clinic and secure online counselling across the province — with Gestalt, CBT, DBT, trauma-informed, and integrative approaches for individuals, couples, families, and teens. Same-day availability, no waitlist, free 15-minute discovery call.
Our counsellors in Burlington
In-person at 3425 Harvester Rd · online across Ontario
2 practitioners
Alisa offers in-person counselling at our Burlington clinic on Harvester Rd and online across Ontario. Her integrative, client-centred counselling draws on CBT, DBT, EFT, and trauma-informed approaches within a warm relational style. She provides counselling for anxiety, complex trauma, depression, perfectionism, and the particular stresses of multicultural and immigrant experience — creating a respectful space where clients can explore identity, relationships, and life transitions. She works in English, Arabic, and Russian.
Olga is a Gestalt-trained Registered Psychotherapist providing counselling in-person in Oakville and online across Burlington and Halton Region. With 7+ years of clinical experience, her counselling takes a somatic and relational approach — helping clients understand how emotional patterns are held in the body and shaped by relationship. She provides counselling for anxiety, trauma, depression, relational difficulty, shame, and addiction, and is one of the region’s most experienced Gestalt-informed counsellors.
More counselling — online across Ontario
All online · serving Burlington & province-wide
4 practitioners
Oksana provides counselling and psychotherapy online to Burlington residents and across Ontario through a developmental and relational lens. Her counselling focuses on understanding how early experiences shape patterns of anxiety, self-criticism, codependency, and relational difficulty — and on building self-compassion as a foundation for lasting change. She holds an MACP from Yorkville University and offers counselling sessions in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.
Justine is a Registered Social Worker (M.S.W., R.S.W.) offering counselling to individuals, couples, families, and children online across Ontario including Burlington. Her integrative counselling combines CBT, DBT, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. She brings particular depth in trauma counselling, crisis intervention, family dynamics, child and youth mental health, and Indigenous mental health — working with all clients in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Gina offers counselling and psychotherapy online to Burlington-area clients and across Ontario. Her person-centred and holistic counselling draws from CBT, ACT, DBT, Existential Therapy, and mindfulness-based methods, with a particular focus on anxiety counselling, burnout, worrying and rumination, and the self-esteem challenges that accompany major life transitions. She holds an MA in Counselling Psychology and offers sessions in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Donna is a Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 18+ years of clinical experience providing counselling online to Burlington residents and across Ontario. Her trauma-informed counselling draws from CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centred Therapy. She is one of the most experienced counsellors in our group, with particular depth in trauma counselling, anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, and couples counselling.
Our Burlington practitioners also see clients at Anytime Anywhere Therapy, a few steps away.
Counselling in Burlington, Ontario
Registered counsellors and psychotherapists offering counselling in Burlington, Ontario are available at GestaltReview for in-person sessions at our Harvester Rd clinic and online across the province. Counselling addresses anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, burnout, life transitions, identity, and much more — and finding a counsellor whose style and approach fits your needs is the most important first step.
Our counsellors in Burlington work across a full range of evidence-based modalities: Gestalt therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed counselling, somatic approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and integrative frameworks. Most offer a free 15-minute discovery call, allowing you to assess fit before committing to a full session.
All practitioners hold current registration with CRPO or OCSWSSW, carry professional liability insurance, and practise within a PHIPA-compliant framework. Counselling fees start at $140 per 50-minute session, sliding scale is available, and psychotherapy and social work services are exempt from HST in Ontario.
How to choose a counsellor in Burlington
The single strongest predictor of good counselling outcomes is the quality of the therapeutic relationship — the sense of safety, attunement, and trust between you and your counsellor. The free 15-minute discovery call we offer with every practitioner is the right moment to assess whether the working style feels right for you before committing to a full session.
Think about what is bringing you to counselling. If you are navigating specific anxiety, a trauma history, or relational patterns, look for a counsellor with training in those areas. If you are newer to counselling or not yet sure what you need, a broader integrative counsellor may be a better fit than a specialist. All our practitioners’ profiles describe their modalities and focus areas clearly.
Our counselling fees start at $140 and psychotherapy is exempt from HST in Ontario. Most extended health benefit plans cover registered psychotherapy and social work services. In-person counselling in Burlington is available at 3425 Harvester Rd with Alisa Ziad Al Haj. Olga Klimenkova sees clients in-person nearby in Oakville.
Counselling approaches compared
Different counselling modalities suit different people and presentations. This table helps you identify which approach aligns with what you are looking for before booking your free consultation.
| Approach | Gestalt | CBT | DBT | Trauma-informed | Integrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Present moment, body, relationship | Thoughts & behaviour patterns | Emotional regulation & distress tolerance | Safety, stabilisation, past impact | Tailored to the individual |
| Structure | Exploratory, client-led | Structured, protocol-driven | Highly structured, skill-based | Flexible, phase-based | Varies by counsellor |
| Best for | Self-awareness, relational issues, trauma, identity | Anxiety, depression, phobias | Emotional dysregulation, BPD, self-harm | PTSD, complex trauma, dissociation | Mixed or unclear presentations |
| Body-aware | Yes — central | Minimal | Minimal | Often included | Depends on counsellor |
| Evidence base | Growing — strong for relational outcomes | Very strong — most researched | Strong for BPD & emotion regulation | Strong — widely adopted | Varies by combination |
| Homework | Rarely | Yes — integral | Yes — skills worksheets | Sometimes | Depends on counsellor |
| Session length | 50 min | 50 min | 50–60 min | 50–90 min | 50 min |
Counselling across Halton Region and Ontario
All our practitioners offer online counselling province-wide. In-person counselling is available in Burlington and nearby Oakville.
Common questions
What is the difference between counselling and psychotherapy in Ontario?
In Ontario, psychotherapy is a regulated controlled act under the Psychotherapy Act, 2007, performed by registered professionals such as Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO) and Registered Social Workers (OCSWSSW). Counselling is a broader term that often describes supportive conversation and guidance around life challenges. In practice, most practitioners in Ontario use the terms interchangeably — what matters is whether your practitioner holds current registration with a recognised Ontario regulatory college, which all of our practitioners do.
How much does counselling in Burlington cost?
Counselling sessions in Burlington at GestaltReview range from $140 to $190 per 50-minute session, depending on the practitioner. Sliding scale pricing is available if cost is a barrier — mention this during your free discovery call. Psychotherapy and social work services are exempt from HST in Ontario, so the fee listed is what you pay. Many extended health benefit plans cover registered psychotherapy; contact your insurer before your first session to confirm your coverage and any requirements around the practitioner’s designation.
Is online counselling as effective as in-person in Burlington?
Research consistently shows that online counselling produces outcomes comparable to in-person sessions for anxiety, depression, trauma, and most common presentations. The therapeutic relationship — the most important factor in counselling outcomes — can be built just as effectively over video. All our practitioners use a PHIPA-compliant, encrypted video platform. For Burlington residents, online counselling also expands your choice to include all practitioners in our group, not just those offering in-person sessions locally.
Does insurance cover counselling in Burlington?
Most extended health benefit plans in Ontario cover services by Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO) and Registered Social Workers (OCSWSSW). After each counselling session, your practitioner provides an official receipt for submission to your insurer. Coverage varies significantly between plans — some provide a fixed annual dollar amount, others cover a percentage per session. We strongly recommend confirming your coverage and any designation requirements with your insurer before your first appointment.
How long does counselling usually take?
The length of counselling depends on what you are working on. Short-term, goal-focused counselling — such as CBT for a specific anxiety or support through a life transition — often produces meaningful results in 8 to 16 sessions. Longer-term relational or trauma-focused counselling typically spans several months to a year or more. Most clients begin to notice meaningful shifts within the first four to six sessions. Your counsellor will discuss a realistic timeline in your early sessions and adjust the plan as your needs evolve. There is no obligation to commit to a fixed number of sessions in advance.
How do I find the right counsellor in Burlington?
Start by identifying what is bringing you to counselling and what kind of support you are looking for. Read each practitioner’s profile to understand their approach and the areas they specialise in. The best way to gauge fit is through the free 15-minute discovery call we offer with every counsellor — in that call you can describe what you are dealing with, ask about their approach, and decide whether to book a full session. There is no commitment and no obligation. All of our practitioners are registered with CRPO or OCSWSSW and bring genuine clinical depth to their counselling work.
Understanding the approaches our Burlington counsellors use
GestaltReview’s editorial content explores the theoretical foundations underlying the approaches our practitioners use in counselling — from the relational depth of Gestalt therapy to the structured skill-building of CBT and DBT. Whether you are deciding between counselling approaches, curious about what a Gestalt-trained counsellor actually does in a session, or trying to understand what trauma-informed counselling means in practice, the articles below offer substantive, readable context.
Arriving at a first counselling session with some grounding in the approach your practitioner uses tends to deepen engagement from the start. Our practitioners welcome clients who come prepared and curious about the work.