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If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what to do next, you’re not alone.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you are thinking about suicide, or in emotional crisis, call or text 9-8-8, Canada’s Suicide Crisis Helpline, free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Real Life Counselling does not provide crisis or emergency services, and if things feel urgent right now, those two numbers are the fastest path to immediate support.
Reaching this page often means something feels heavy right now. You might be dealing with anxiety, stress,
relationship strain, grief, burnout, or a situation that suddenly feels harder to manage on your own.
It’s okay if you don’t have the right words yet. You don’t need to know exactly what you need in order
to ask for support.
You don’t have to figure this out by yourself
Many people hesitate to start counselling because they are unsure where to begin or whether their concerns are
serious enough. Others worry about choosing the wrong therapist or explaining everything perfectly.
You don’t need to have it all sorted out. When you reach out, we take the time to understand what you’re dealing with
and match you with a therapist who is registered in your province and experienced in what you’re going through.
What happens when you click Start Counselling
Starting does not mean committing to anything right away. It simply opens the door to support.
- Complete a short intake form that takes about 2 to 5 minutes
- We review your needs, concerns, and location
- We match you with a registered therapist who fits your situation
- We guide you through booking your first session
Counselling is provided virtually to clients located in Ontario and British Columbia, delivered under each province’s registration and clinical standards.
Insurance and practical details
- Services are covered by most extended health insurance plans
- Receipts are provided for reimbursement
- A doctor’s referral is not typically required
Take the next step when you’re ready
If you’re unsure whether counselling is right for you, starting the intake allows us to guide you toward the best option
based on your needs.
In crisis? Call 911, or call or text 9-8-8 (Canada’s Suicide Crisis Helpline, 24/7).