Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect in the initial consultation?

The initial consultation your chance to get to know your therapist and ask questions about their expertise, what sessions will look like together and determine whether you both feel that the relationship is the "right fit".  We encourage you to ask your therapist more about how they work and ensure that their availability fits with your needs. 


 


Your therapist may ask you questions like:

  • “Do you have any previous experiences with therapy?” 
  • "What are some goals you'd like to work on?"
  • “How will we know if therapy is successful?”

This is your chance to connect before a first session, so don't be afraid to be yourself.

If it doesn't feel right, our team is here to guide you through finding the right match.



Where is your office?

We offer both online and in-person therapy. Our in person office is located in downtown Toronto at 33 Bloor Street East, with limited availability depending on the therapist.

Learn more about our virtual options here. Send us a message if you're looking for in-person support and we'll be happy to help connect you to one of our in-person therapists or refer you to someone in our network. 



Do you see adolescents and children?

We offer therapy to teens 12+ and up. Email us at hello@bloompsychologyto.com to inquire about scheduling a consultation.

What is the difference between Psychology and Psychotherapy at Bloom?

Psychology services at Bloom are talk-therapy and assessment delivered by our therapists and closely supervised by a Registered Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor, Dr. Hugo Stevenson. Psychology services help people maintain and enhance their physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning. It involves detailed psychological assessment, feedback, processing and connection focused healing.

Psychotherapy is talk-therapy intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Ongoing therapy with your Bloom therapist will depend on their specific approach and background and will involve establishing goals, learning coping skills and creating space for growth and healing through a strong therapeutic relationship.

What are your session fees?

You can find more information on our session fees and insurance coverage here. Some individuals are only covered by their insurance for specific services, so please check with your insurance provider on your benefits coverage and eligibility.


How long does therapy usually last?

Each therapy sessions lasts 50-55 minutes. The overall length of therapy however, depends on your personal goals and needs. It can take some time for you to get to know your therapist, and for your therapist to get to know you. On average, you can expect to see a therapists for at least 6-8 sessions to see considerable benefits and long term changes. 

What is your cancellation policy?

Your appointment time is created and held exclusively for you. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy for all sessions scheduled. Any sessions cancelled within this time period are charged 50% of the session fee. Same-day cancellations and cancellations made within 12 hours of your session incur a charge of the full session fee. 

Fee change as of May 1st

Dear Bloom clients and community,

We hope you’re doing well! ☺️ At Bloom, we deeply value the trust you have placed in us on your journey toward healing and growth and would like to share some updates and shifts to our current services and fees effective as of May 1st, 2025.

Since our inception in 2020, we have remained committed to making therapy accessible and have not increased our therapy fees since opening our doors. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to sustaining the quality of care we provide as a collective, while also being mindful of the financial challenges and barriers our clients may face.

With this in mind, there will be a slight increase/ adjustment to our session fees, effective May 1st, 2025. This change allows us to continue offering compassionate, client-centered care while also supporting our team of dedicated therapists and administrators. Please note: We will NOT be making any fee changes to our Anti-Oppressive Sliding Scale Therapy Stream (all tiers). Both the application form and the rates will remain unchanged until further notice.

Please see the updated fee schedule below for some of our most common services under both the Psychotherapy AND Psychology streams.

To see the full list of fee changes, please visit the following link [HERE] to download and review.
Psychotherapy fee changes:
Psychotherapy Individual Therapy: $190 → $200
Psychotherapy Couples Therapy: $220 → $250
Psychotherapy Anti-Oppressive Sliding Scale (AOS): No Change
Psychotherapy Student Therapist Individual Session: $60 → $85
Psychotherapy Student Therapist Couples Session: $125 → $135

Psychotherapy fee changes:
Psychology Assessment: No Change $220
Psychology Individual Therapy: $220 → $230
Psychology Couples Therapy: $250 → $275
Psychology Sliding Scale Therapy: $190 → $195

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you and your Bloom Therapist have a specific fee or payment agreement due to your personal circumstances or environment, that fee will not change unless otherwise discussed with your therapist.

Your Bloom therapist and/or our admin team are happy to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about this change. If you’d like to explore accommodations or options with us directly, or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us via email at hello@bloompsychologyto.com.

We are grateful for your trust and understanding as we make this transition, and look forward to continuing to accompany you all as you make steps towards your healing journey — whatever that looks like for you 🤎.

Warmly,
Meghan & the Bloom team

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