Welcome to

Richardson Counselling.

Providing personalized, high-quality, evidence-based mental health counselling from the comfort of your home.

Helping you live the life that you want to live.

Graeme Richardson, MSW, RSW

Welcome, my name is Graeme Richardson, and I started Richardson Counselling to help people restore their mental health and live the lives that they want to live.

Mental illness can have devastating effects on our lives and the lives of the people we care about. If you are finding that mental illness is keeping you stuck from living the life you want to live, I am here to help!

If you are looking for personalized, evidence-based, and high-quality mental health care, contact me today to learn how I can help.

About Richardson Counselling

Our Philosophy

Everyone has the ability to lead a happy and fulfilling life. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that mental and emotional well-being are integral to overall health, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for achieving this balance. The best way to do that is by utilizing evidenced based counselling approaches, providing a personalized treatment plan, and developing a strong therapeutic relationship.

Our Services

Richardson Counselling provides individual fee-based virtual counselling for adults within Ontario. We develop an individualized treatment plan for all people who access our services. We help people who have concerns with anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma and chronic health concerns. You can even schedule a free 15-minute meet and greet to see how we can specifically help you.

Our Approach

Richardson Counselling primarily uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to support the people that we work with and help them overcome mental illness and the struggles they are encountering in their lives. This approach focuses on how your beliefs, behaviours, and emorions impact your life. We aim to ensure that people experience a non-judgmental and compassionate approach in therapy.

Our Services

Free 15-Minute Meet and Greet

This is an opportunity to learn how we will work together and what you can expect from therapy. This allows you an opportunity to first meet with your therapist and decide if they will be the right match for you. If you feel that it may be a good fit, you can schedule a full appointment, however there is no obligation.

Free

Full Mental Health Assessment

The purpose of the first full appointment is to complete an assessment. The highly structured assessment will focus on gathering information regarding your symptoms, strengths, challenges, and history. This information will shape the overall treatment plans and goals for therapy. The assessment can sometimes take more than one appointment and it is often best to schedule a longer appointment for your assessment to complete in one session.

$150 for 50 Minute Session

$225 for 80 Minute Session

Individual Counselling

Once the assessment and treatment plan is completed, you will finally begin the counselling process. Appointments can range from 25 Minutes to 80 Minutes. All counselling is individualized. For most problems, people may need anywhere from 6 to 20 sessions, and sessions are typically weekly or bi-weekly. As you progress through therapy, the length between appointments will likely increase as you start to see improvements and learn new ways to manage your mental health.

$80 for 25 Minute Session

$150 for 50 Minute Session

$225 for 80 Minute Session

Steps in the Booking Process

  • You will be taken to our secure platform to book and schedule your appointment. The platform is powered by Jane, a trusted platform that meets all legally required security and privacy standards for managing and storing personal health information.

  • You will be asked to provide demographic information, contact information, symptoms, and to review important information regarding our services. You will also be asked to provide a credit card prior to scheduling. We will bill you directly and provide an receipt after each appointment that can submitted to your insurance provider.

  • On the Jane Platform, you will be able to schedule your first appointment through the calendar. You will be sent an email reminder when your appointment is booked and another appointment reminder near the appointment date.

  • At the time of your appointment, you will access a website link to the secure video platform. There is no need to download any apps or video meeting services. Please be sure you have a quiet and private place to attend your appointment. At the end of the appointment you will discuss whether you would like to schedule a new appointment.

    After the appointment you can schedule a new appointment.

  • You will be charged on your credit card and provided a receipt to submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement. While most insurance providers accept services from Richardson Counselling, you should confirm with your insurance provider that services are covered under your plan.

Get started today.

Contact us.

If you have any questions or want to learn more, use the Contact Us form below to reach out. Alternatively you can email graeme@richardsoncounselling.ca.

PLEASE NOTE

  • Richardson Counselling is not a crisis service; messages received through the Contact Us form are not regularly monitored. It may take 72 hours to receive a response.

  • All sessions must be scheduled; there are no drop-in services.

  • If you require emergency services, please contact 911 or visit your nearest hospital emergency room.

  • For immediate crisis support, please call or text the National Crisis Line at 988. Alternatively, you can contact your local crisis line.