Chronic Illness & Disability
Whether newly diagnosed or a constant presence, chronic illness and/or disability is an important, life-changing experience that has an impact on your mental health, identity, and relationships.
How can therapy & counselling help with chronic illness?
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Coping and Support
Psychotherapy and case management services provide holistic support to help you cope with a variety of challenges associated with chronic illness and disability, including chronic pain, fatigue, life transitions, medical phobias, interpersonal difficulties, and medical trauma. This is a chance to understand your overall wellness and the impact of your condition on your mental health, with the goal of processing, healing (where needed), and developing healthy coping strategies.
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Your New Normal
Your physical health and body are part of you, but do not have to solely define you. Together, we can build on your strengths, identify goals, and discover a new normal that is rich, fulfilling, and meaningful to you.
If you receive income support from the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Canada Pension Plan - Disability (CPP-D), or Passport, and require financial assistance for therapy services, you may be eligible for our PRO BONO Program*.
There are far too many barriers in our society for obtaining accessible, qualified healthcare if you have a chronic illness or disability. Your therapist shouldn’t be one of them — but all too often that’s what we’re hearing! That’s why we created this program, which offers 24 free individual therapy sessions from a qualified professional with lived experience as a chronic warrior.
*Enrollment is based on eligibility and program availability. Limited spots available. Please contact to learn more.
PRO BONO Program
