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Get matched with the top 3 therapists who best fit your needs.

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16,000+

Canadian clients supported

125+

Psychotherapists + Social Workers

80+

Specialties

97%

Of clients are highly satisfied with their care

100%

Virtual— therapy anytime, any place

How does our therapist matching actually work?

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Tell us all about YOU

Fill out our quick, confidential questionnaire. Share what you’re hoping to get from therapy and what feels right for you — so we can help you find a therapist who really gets you.

Get your top therapist matches

Our care team (real humans, not bots!) handpicks your top 3 therapist matches based on your goals, needs, and personality. No guesswork — just the best options to help you find the right therapist faster.

Start therapy, feel better

Book a free 15-minute consult with any (or all!) of your matches to find your best fit. You can find a therapist and start therapy as early as tomorrow. If it’s not quite right, our Fit Guarantee means a free rematch within 30 days.

Why choose Shift Collab to find the best therapist for you?

CURATED THERAPISTS

Less than 5% of therapists who apply are hired, guaranteeing that you will be collaborating with top-tier professionals in the field.

PROVEN EXPERIENCE

Our therapists average 11 years of clinical experience, so you can feel confident knowing you're in the care of experienced professionals.

FIT GUARANTEE

If you're not totally satisfied with your therapist after 30 days, we'll rematch you and give you a free session.

HIGH-TOUCH SERVICE

We're open 7-days a week and hyper-responsive, ensuring that you have a hassle-free online therapy experience.

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See why over 16,000+ Canadians choose us.

Say hi to some of our therapists👋

Each therapist you see here is handpicked and experienced, so you can feel confident you’re in good hands. Ready to find your best match? Take our quick questionnaire and we’ll show you the top therapists who fit your needs.

Your questions about finding a therapist, answered 👇

How does the matching questionnaire help me find the right therapist?

Our quick matching questionnaire helps you find a therapist who truly fits your needs. It asks about your location, age, and the type of therapy you’re interested in — like individual, couples, family, or EMDR. You’ll also share what you want support with, whether it’s anxiety, stress, relationships, or trauma.

To help you find the right therapist, you can tell us what matters most to you — like cultural background, age, language, or shared faith. Once you finish, our care team (real people, not bots!) reviews your answers and handpicks your top therapist matches. It’s the easiest way to find a therapist you’ll feel comfortable with and start therapy confidently.

How soon can I start therapy?

You’ll see your top therapist matches right after finishing the quiz. From there, you can book free 15-minute meet & greets with any therapists you’d like to get to know first, or skip straight to a full session if you’re ready. Most people start therapy within a few days — some as soon as tomorrow.

What if I don’t click with my therapist?

No worries! If your match doesn’t feel quite right, our Fit Guarantee means that within 30 days of your first session, we’ll rematch you with a new therapist and cover the cost of your next session. Your comfort comes first.

Join over 16,000+ Canadians who have found the right therapist with Shift Collab

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I loved that a real person helped me figure out which therapist would be the best fit. I didn’t think I’d like virtual sessions but it’s so easy and convenient. I also really like all the extra workshops and groups you can join. It’s a great service and I recommend it to everyone.

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Shift Collab is a brilliant idea that really helped me find a great fit of a therapist to work through multiple areas I was looking for help with and to speak with someone about personally as well. They provide a secure virtual system and a smooth process with communication in all areas. Both my therapist and Shift as a service are amazing and I constantly recommend to family and friends alike. Thank you for helping me and many others!

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Really great way of finding a therapist in Toronto & GTA! Provides lots of information and resources

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Had an awesome experience with shift when I was recommended some practitioners to fit my exact needs. Had free calls with them to determine if they were right for me, and I really loved how transparent they were about pricing. Best independent mental health clinic I’ve come across so far compared to any school-based or GP recommended care.

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Great service so far! I appreciate how thorough their matching process is. The care coordinator who connected with me was so kind, attentive and keen on finding my perfect fit! I look forward to starting my therapy journey

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“I have really appreciated the Shift ethos and user-friendly platform as I begin my new chapter with therapy, great work!”

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“I can’t believe you remembered me and the conversation we previously had, that really means a lot! In a weird way I’m glad I got to connect with you through this whole transition. You matched me with Ilda and she was perfect, so I completely trust you for whoever you match me with next”

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“Thank you so much for calling back and disclosing that you’re queer and non-monogamous, it made me feel so comfortable talking to you about what I need support with. It’s awesome knowing you’re on a team of individuals who get it! I wish you could be our therapist honestly.”

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“They were really nice and was attentive to what I was saying. It showed that they had an interest in what I was saying. It's like I was being heard. It feels comfortable talking to them.”

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“The therapist I have been seeing is fantastic! The response time to the general inbox is also very quick and everyone is always extremely helpful.”

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“She focused a lot on my questions and gave amazing feedback with no criticism at all and made me feel very welcomed. Amazing experience.”

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“I know that without my therapist’s help I wouldn’t have so easily made crucial changes in my life to help my situation. I will cherish every moment we spent together on the phone, and always think very highly and fondly of what she has done for me.”

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“My therapist makes me feel seen and comfortable and allows me to express myself in the best possible way. I feel a great connection with her even though i’m not able to see her in person.”

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“The therapist I have been seeing since I first got into my career field has support the trajectory of my life growing in degrees I couldn’t have imagined for myself.”

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“Very receptive, knowledgeable, warm, kind and personable.”

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“She makes me feel safe to speak my thoughts and pushes me gently in ways I’ve never had in previous experiences.”

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“I think I was really well-matched with my therapist. I appreciate how easy it is to book and change appointments. I appreciate the emails I receive, and the ease of billing. Thank you!”

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“My therapist is fantastic. Was matched very well and feel very supported!”

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“She’s was extremely warm, caring and knowledgeable. Felt an instant connection with her!"

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“The absolute best therapist I could ask for.”

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“Connection was immediate and smooth! Excellent consultation, provider is an absolute asset to this service. Thank you very much!”

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“She is truly amazing. Someone who made me see things I never would have on my own. Got me through a terrible time”

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“Wonderful first time experience with a therapist. Can’t wait for my next appointment!”

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“Call was clear and therapist was helpful. Nothing needs to be improved”

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I've used the service as have other people I know. Great service. They do their best to help people find a good match, which is so vital to the process. Great customer support.

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These are 100% real reviews from real clients. We don’t share names to protect their privacy and comfort.

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