Welcome to Meaghan Conte Psychotherapy

Sometimes in life we can feel stuck - stuck in the way we think, the way we feel, what we do, what we don't do. It happens to all of us because we are human, and something is calling our attention to change or shift things. This can be overwhelming, saddening, frustrating, downright unpleasant. Therapy can provide the opportunity to reflect on what we're experiencing and create new ways of being - from a place of being stuck, we can create movement.
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Meaghan Conte

Founder & M.Ed., Registered Psychotherapist
Hi there, I'm Meaghan Conte. I completed a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from York University (2014) and a Master of Education in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Toronto (2018). Having previously worked for a non-profit mental health agency, I developed extensive experience in working with addiction, substance use, and gambling issues. Here, I also had the opportunity to work with diverse groups struggling with mental health and life transitions, including justice-involved, marginalized, and homeless/vulnerably-housed clients. My experience in private practice has allowed me to develop skill in working with trauma and supporting folks with neurodivergent minds, as well as deepen my work with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, self-criticism and self-worth, attachment issues, disordered eating, academic/work stress, and life transitions.

Let’s connect and take the first step in your healing journey.

different therapeutic frameworks To Support Your Needs

An eclectic combination of different therapeutic frameworks allows me to offer support to meet your needs. Some of these approaches include psychoeducation, solutions-focused, positive, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI). I like to work collaboratively with my clients and encourage them to be open about what works and does not work for them.

I also have a special interest in incorporating expressive arts into therapy. Having been trained in Reiki, I also believe in the power of healing energy therapies and alternative approaches to wellness. I believe in the therapeutic value of nature, relationships, playfulness, creativity, finding gratitude in simplicity, and spirituality. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and each person’s ability for growth and self-actualization.

Our Services

Whether you are struggling with addiction, want to cope with difficult life transitions or seek help to manage trauma or neurodiversity, we are here for you. It is a collaborative treatment method based on the interpersonal relationship between you and your therapist.
individual psychotherapy sessions
Counselling and psychotherapy sessions can focus on a variety of topics, really anything that is causing distress or dis-ease in your life. This can involve exploring thoughts, emotions, behaviours, or even past and present experiences, all within the context of a therapeutic relationship with your therapist. Sessions can help you look at things from different perspectives, create pathways of healing, and bring on new ways of being. Sessions are collaborative, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and client-centred, meaning you set the tone and pace of sessions while having opportunity to rediscover inner strengths and capabilities.
Anxiety
Depression & Mood Disorders
Substance Use Issues & Addiction
Women's specific issues
Trauma (PTSD)
emotion regulation
Managing work/school stress
ADHD & ASD support
self-esteem & self-worth
Interpersonal Relationships
Stress and Anger Management
Gambling Issues & Addiction
Life Transitions
Eating & body image issues
• Sessions are $170
• A standard session is 50-60 minutes in length. Longer sessions may be requested if needed
• Receipts are provided for all services to submit to any insurance you may have

Frequent Questions

Explore our FAQs to learn more about what to expect, the therapeutic process, and how to get started on your journey to healing and self-improvement.

Yes! You can choose whatever method works best for you. If you are unable to come in-person for your appointment, please ensure you have a private space for your virtual session so that you do not feel the need to censor yourself.

Typically, each session lasts for about 50-60 minutes. For children, sessions can vary between 40 and 60 minutes.

One hour of psychotherapy is $170.

Frequency of therapy sessions varies, and is based on the presenting concerns as well as the level of support needed at any given time. However, when starting psychotherapy, it is typically most beneficial to begin at weekly or bi-weekly intervals. This allows for the therapeutic relationship between the client and therapist to strengthen, and to address any immediate concerns/needs.

Sessions are confidential, with a few exceptions: any intention for suicide or causing harm to someone else, sharing details of a child being abused/at risk of abuse, sharing details of abuse by another health professional, and court subpoena of clinical notes. Your consent would be required for me to share any details with any person or entity that falls outside of these exceptions.

For youth clients, I usually offer for the child/teen to decide if they want their parent to join them in their first session; having a parent present in the first session can help with understanding the presenting concerns fully and/or manage some nervousness from meeting their therapist for the first time. Sessions afterwards are independent of their parent.

Confidentiality works just the same for children and teens as it does for adults. However, for some youth (i.e., children) I will ask for their consent to debrief with parents at the end of sessions. This can help in having the parent be informed of any skills learned or “homework” that the youth should practice outside of session.

Receipts are provided for all services rendered which you can submit independently to your insurance company.

Therapy costs can be a hurdle to getting care. However, I encourage my clients to be open about what is within their means so that we can find a frequency that allows for continued care, versus exhausting resources too quickly.

Yes, I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation before starting therapy. This helps you determine if I would be a good fit for your needs.

You can schedule an appointment by reaching out via email, phone, or text, or through the contact form available on the website.

It’s understandable that sometimes life throws curve balls and you won’t be able to make our appointment. That’s okay – you can cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before your appointment time by sending me an email, a text, or over the phone.

 

Your appointment time is reserved for only you. Canceling within 24 hours of your appointment may impact other clients wanting support, and may be subject to a cancellation fee.

Therapy is a highly individualized experience that is impacted by several factors. The timeline to see changes varies from person to person; some clients may notice changes as soon as the first session, others may need more time. It’s important to remember that meaningful and lasting change takes time and patience.

Send a Message

Reach out today. I'm here to answer your questions and help you begin your healing journey. You can call, send me a message, or email directly through this website.

Benefits of a call

Overview and brief history of yourself
Assess if I would be a good fit for you
Booking your appointment
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