Online therapy · Ontario
Virtual Therapy in Ontario
The right therapist matters more than the right postal code.
Maybe you’re hours from Ottawa. Maybe you’re twenty minutes away with no childcare, no parking patience, or no energy left after work. Virtual therapy brings the session to wherever you are in Ontario, with the same structure, pacing, and care as sitting across from us in Hintonburg.
Masood Suliman and Maiah Horne offer virtual appointments. Check locations, session length and fees for your therapist.
Hintonburg to anywhere in Ontario.
Who virtual therapy works well for
- You live anywhere in Ontario outside Ottawa, from Kingston to Kenora.
- Your schedule, commute, health, or caregiving makes weekly travel unrealistic.
- Home is genuinely where your nervous system settles best.
- You started in person and want continuity through travel, a move, or a busy season.
- Privacy matters: no waiting room, no chance of running into someone you know.
Does online therapy actually work?
Research supports video therapy as an option for some structured treatments. A 2026 review found no clear average difference in symptom improvement between live video and in-person psychotherapy for adults, but the evidence was low-certainty and mostly involved CBT-based treatments. These findings do not establish equal effectiveness for every approach or person. We consider your needs, privacy, technology and preferences when deciding whether virtual care is a good fit.
Some people assume the screen makes therapy shallower. In practice, many clients go deeper at home: you’re in your own space, your guard is already half down, and the skills you build are learned in the exact environment where you’ll use them.
What we offer virtually
Masood offers the following services by secure video:
- EMDR may be offered by video after we assess suitability and adapt the preparation, bilateral stimulation and safety plan to the remote setting.
- Somatic therapy. Your nervous system is wherever you are; tracking sensation and building regulation skills works on camera.
- Parts work (IFS). Quiet, internal-focused work that many clients find easier from home.
- Anxiety therapy. CBT, somatic regulation, and trauma-focused work for the mind that won’t quiet down.
- Couples counselling. Both partners on one screen or two, wherever your evenings actually happen.
Maiah offers individual virtual therapy for adults and older teens (16+) for anxiety, ADHD, trauma, identity exploration, life transitions, stress and burnout, and relationship concerns. She does not offer couples therapy. See Maiah’s approach and areas of practice.
How virtual sessions with Masood work
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Book the same way
The free 15-minute call happens by phone or video, your choice.
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You get a private video link
Each session runs through Jane, our secure booking and telehealth platform. No software to buy; a laptop, tablet, or phone with a camera is enough.
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Find one private spot
Choose somewhere you can speak without being overheard. Headphones can help. A parked car may be an option if it gives you enough privacy.
Where virtual sessions are available
For virtual appointments with Masood, you must be physically located in Ontario at the time of the session. He is a Registered Psychotherapist with CRPO in Ontario and runs every session from Ontario. He confirms this with you before you begin. For virtual appointments with Maiah, you must be physically located in Ontario at the time of the session.
In-person sessions happen only at the Hintonburg office in Ottawa. If you will be outside your therapist’s service area at session time, even on vacation, let them know in advance; the appointment may need to be rescheduled. If you are relocating outside that area, we can help you plan a transition to local care.
Individual sessions with Masood or Maiah last 50 minutes. Masood also offers 50-minute couples sessions. See fees, receipts and insurance information for each service.
Questions people ask about virtual therapy
Is virtual therapy as effective as in person?
For some structured therapies, studies have found similar average outcomes by video and in person. Much of the evidence comes from CBT-based treatments, and results vary across people and settings. We will discuss whether video fits your needs and review how it is working for you.
Can EMDR really be done online?
EMDR can be adapted for video sessions. The setup needs to account for privacy, grounding, connection problems and available support. Research on remote EMDR is promising, but it is more limited than the evidence for in-person EMDR. We will discuss whether this format is appropriate for you.
What do I need technically?
You need a device with a camera and microphone, a reliable internet connection, and a private space. For appointments with Masood, the video link arrives with your appointment reminder through Jane. If the video connection drops, try reconnecting. If that does not work, your therapist will email instructions to try an alternative platform.
Is it private?
Masood’s appointments use Jane’s secure telehealth system; sessions are not recorded. Choose a private place where you can speak without being overheard, and use headphones if helpful. Ask Maiah about the platform and privacy arrangements for her appointments.
Do you see virtual clients outside Ottawa?
Yes. Masood sees virtual clients located anywhere in Ontario; Maiah sees virtual clients across Ontario. In-person sessions are available at 9 Melrose Ave in Hintonburg, Ottawa, and many clients mix both: in person when they can, video when life happens.
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