Online Therapist
serving Burlington,
Ontario
Registered online therapists serving Burlington, Ontario via secure video — offering Gestalt, CBT, DBT, EMDR, and integrative approaches for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, relationships, and more. No waitlist, same-day availability, free 15-minute discovery call.
Our online therapists serving Burlington
In-person also available at 3425 Harvester Rd for some practitioners
6 practitioners
Alisa offers online therapy to Burlington residents and across Ontario, and also sees clients in-person at our Harvester Rd clinic. Her integrative approach draws on CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, and somatic awareness within a warm relational frame. Online sessions work particularly well for her clients managing anxiety, depression, perfectionism, burnout, and complex trauma — especially those from multicultural and immigrant backgrounds who value seeing a practitioner who works in English, Arabic, and Russian.
Olga is a Gestalt-trained Registered Psychotherapist with 7+ years of experience offering online therapy to Burlington clients and across Ontario — and in-person from our Oakville clinic. Online sessions suit her Gestalt and relational approach particularly well, as the quality of presence and contact she brings translates powerfully to video. She works with anxiety, trauma, depression, relationships, shame, and addiction, and brings a somatic and body-aware lens that complements her online work.
Oksana is a Registered Psychotherapist (MACP) offering online therapy to Burlington clients and across Ontario. Her attachment-based and developmental approach works particularly well online — the consistency and containment of the virtual space suits relational and self-esteem work, allowing the therapeutic relationship to build steadily over time. She works with anxiety, developmental trauma, self-esteem, codependency, and life transitions. Sessions in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.
Justine is a Registered Social Worker (M.S.W., R.S.W.) offering online therapy to Burlington-area clients and across Ontario. Her integrative approach spans CBT, DBT, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. Online therapy has allowed Burlington-area clients to access her particular depth in child and youth work, family and couples therapy, Indigenous mental health, and trauma — specialties that are harder to find locally in in-person practices.
Gina is a Registered Psychotherapist (MA, RP) offering online therapy to Burlington clients and across Ontario. Her holistic CBT, ACT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approach is particularly effective for anxiety, burnout, and emotional regulation — and she brings welcome linguistic accessibility for Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking Burlington residents who want to work in their first language. Online therapy removes the barrier of location for clients whose work schedule makes in-person sessions difficult.
Donna is a Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 18+ years of clinical experience offering online therapy to Burlington residents and across Ontario. Her breadth — trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, couples — makes her well-suited to Burlington clients navigating complex or overlapping presentations. Online therapy allows her extensive experience to reach clients across the province, including those for whom commuting to a clinic creates a barrier to accessing consistent care.
Our Burlington practitioners also see clients in-person at Anytime Anywhere Therapy, a few steps away.
Online therapy for Burlington, Ontario
Online therapists serving Burlington, Ontario are available at GestaltReview via secure, PHIPA-compliant video — with no waitlist and same-day availability. All six practitioners in our group offer online therapy to Burlington residents and across the province, covering a wide range of presentations and therapeutic approaches. Two practitioners also offer in-person sessions: Alisa Ziad Al Haj at our Burlington clinic on Harvester Rd, and Olga Klimenkova in Oakville.
The evidence base for online therapy has expanded substantially since 2020 and is now conclusive for most common presentations. Randomised controlled trials consistently show that online CBT, EMDR, DBT skills work, and relational therapy produce outcomes equivalent to in-person delivery for anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and relationship difficulties. The therapeutic relationship — consistently the strongest predictor of outcome — builds just as effectively over video as in-person.
All online sessions use encrypted, PHIPA-compliant video platforms. Sessions are 50 minutes. Fees start at $140, are HST exempt, and all practitioners hold current registration with CRPO or OCSWSSW.
Why choose online therapy in Burlington?
Online therapy offers Burlington residents access to a wider group of practitioners than would be available locally in-person — including specialists in child and youth work, Indigenous mental health, multilingual practice (Arabic, Russian, Ukrainian, Cantonese, Mandarin), and approaches like EMDR and Gestalt therapy that require specific training and are less widely available. The ability to choose based on clinical fit rather than proximity consistently improves outcomes.
Online therapy also removes practical barriers — commute time, parking, work schedule constraints — that often prevent people from maintaining consistent weekly attendance. Consistency is a strong predictor of therapeutic progress, particularly for anxiety, depression, and trauma work. Many clients who initially chose online therapy for convenience find they prefer it as a permanent arrangement.
For clients who prefer in-person sessions, Alisa sees clients at our Burlington clinic on Harvester Rd and Olga sees clients in Oakville. Both also offer online sessions, allowing clients to switch formats as needed.
Online vs in-person therapy — what the evidence says
The evidence base for online therapy has grown substantially. This table summarises what research shows for different presentations and approaches.
| Presentation | Online therapy | In-person therapy | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anxiety disorders | Equivalent outcomes — strong evidence | Strong evidence | No significant difference in RCTs |
| Depression | Equivalent outcomes — strong evidence | Strong evidence | No significant difference for mild-moderate |
| PTSD / trauma | Equivalent — EMDR and CBT both validated online | Strong evidence | Some prefer in-person for grounding |
| OCD | Equivalent — ERP validated online | Strong evidence | In-person may suit certain exposures |
| Relationships / relational | Good outcomes — growing evidence | Strong evidence | Some prefer in-person for couples |
| Therapeutic alliance | Builds equally well online | Strong | No significant difference across studies |
Online therapy from Burlington — and in-person nearby
Our practitioners offer online therapy province-wide. In-person options are available in Burlington and Oakville for clients who prefer face-to-face sessions.
Common questions
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
For most presentations — anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and relationship difficulties — research consistently shows that online therapy produces outcomes equivalent to in-person delivery. Multiple randomised controlled trials across CBT, EMDR, DBT, and interpersonal therapy have found no significant difference in outcomes between online and in-person formats. The therapeutic relationship, which is the strongest predictor of outcome, builds just as effectively over video. All our online practitioners use PHIPA-compliant, encrypted video platforms, and are trained to adapt their approach to the online format. For Burlington residents, online therapy also expands access to the full range of practitioners and specialties in our group.
How much does online therapy cost for Burlington residents?
Online therapy sessions with GestaltReview practitioners cost from $140 to $190 per 50-minute session, depending on the practitioner. There is no additional charge for online delivery — fees are the same whether you attend in-person or online. Sliding scale pricing is available if cost is a barrier. Psychotherapy is exempt from HST in Ontario. Most extended health benefit plans cover online registered psychotherapy with Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO) or Registered Social Workers (OCSWSSW). Confirm your coverage with your insurer, as some plans specify a maximum annual amount regardless of delivery format.
What do I need for online therapy from Burlington?
Online therapy requires a device with a camera and microphone (laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone), a reliable internet connection, and a private space where you can speak freely without being overheard. Most online platforms work through a browser link sent by your therapist — no software download is required. A pair of headphones is recommended for sound quality and privacy. The most common technical issue is background noise or interruptions, so choosing a consistent, quiet space for your sessions helps significantly. Your therapist will send you a PHIPA-compliant video link before each session.
Can I switch between online and in-person sessions?
Yes — for practitioners who offer both formats (Alisa in Burlington and Olga in Oakville), you can generally arrange to switch between online and in-person sessions as needed. Many clients choose online as their default and attend in-person for particular sessions when they feel they would benefit from face-to-face contact. This flexibility is one of the advantages of choosing a practitioner who offers both formats. Practitioners who are online-only will work with you exclusively online. Discuss your preferences during your free discovery call to find the arrangement that suits you best.
Are online therapy sessions covered by insurance in Ontario?
In most cases, yes — extended health benefit plans in Ontario cover online psychotherapy sessions with Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO) and Registered Social Workers (OCSWSSW) at the same rate as in-person sessions, as plans typically specify the designation of the provider rather than the format of delivery. However, coverage varies by insurer and plan. Confirm with your benefits provider before your first session whether online therapy is covered, what the annual maximum is, and whether any specific conditions apply. All our practitioners provide official receipts for submission to your benefits plan.
How quickly can I start online therapy from Burlington?
GestaltReview has no waitlist and offers same-day availability. Once you complete a free 15-minute discovery call with a practitioner and decide to proceed, your first session can typically be booked within days. All bookings are made through Jane App, a PHIPA-compliant scheduling platform. The discovery call — which is free and carries no obligation — is the right place to ask about availability, approach, and whether a particular practitioner is the right fit. You can book a discovery call with any practitioner in our group directly through the booking links on this page.
Therapy online — what to read before your first session
GestaltReview’s editorial content is written by Gestalt-trained practitioners for clients preparing to begin therapy — whether online or in-person. Understanding what therapy is, what the therapeutic relationship makes possible, and how different approaches work before you begin can make a significant difference to how quickly you settle into the work.
The articles below are particularly useful for Burlington clients beginning online therapy for the first time — especially those considering a Gestalt or relational approach, which may be less familiar than CBT or mindfulness-based approaches.