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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
Depression can make even small things feel impossible. Browse our therapists who have experience with depression and book a free consultation directly with them — at your pace, on your terms.
Our Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers deliver virtual therapy across Ontario.
Free Consultation
Book your first appointment online.
Choose a therapist in the request form or call Valisen if you would like support deciding who may be a good fit.
Direct Jane booking
Flexible therapist preference
No detailed clinical history needed
Send a consultation request and our team will coordinate the next step with you. Returning clients can still book directly through Jane.
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
Browse and book directly
Review our therapist profiles to find someone with experience in depression. Choose who feels right for you and book a free 20-minute consultation directly with them through Jane — no referral or intake form needed.
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.
Compare your next-step options
Request a consultation or call us if you would like help choosing a therapist.
Book Free Consultation
Send a consultation request and our team will coordinate the next step with you. Returning clients can still book directly through Jane.
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. Check your plan for eligible provider types and annual limits.
How do I book a session?+
Browse our therapist profiles, choose who feels right for you, and request a free consultation. You can also call Valisen if you would like help deciding who may be a good fit.
Do I need a referral from a doctor?+
No. You can self-refer to a Registered Psychotherapist or Registered Social Worker in Ontario. No doctor referral required.