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Canadian Counselling

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The Problem with BetterHelp in Canada: Unlicensed Therapists, Unethical Practices, and Data Concerns

BetterHelp, one of the most widely advertised online therapy platforms, has faced growing scrutiny in recent years. While it presents itself as an accessible, affordable mental health solution, the reality for Canadian users is far less promising. From therapists unlicensed in Canada to ethical concerns and data privacy issues, BetterHelp’s approach is not only problematic—it…
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Expectations to Have for A Psychotherapist or Counsellor, and Questions to Ask

Expectations to Have for A Psychotherapist or Counsellor Psychotherapists and counsellors are often master’s level clinicians with anywhere between 400 to 2000 hours necessary to complete their graduate program in counselling. While many jurisdictions worldwide have different titles for these practitioners, it is most common for there to be at least a 4-year bachelor’s program…
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