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Talk it through.
The first 20 minutes are free. You don't need a diagnosis, or a reason that sounds big enough.
If you're in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 (Suicide Crisis Helpline) or go to your nearest emergency department. P.A.T.H. is not a crisis service.
What this can feel like
Facing serious illness can bring up feelings that are hard to share, even with the people closest to you. You might notice:
- fear about what is ahead, or about dying
- grief for the life you expected
- worry about the people you will leave behind
- tension or distance in family relationships
- questions about meaning, faith or what matters now
For families and caregivers, there can be exhaustion, guilt, and grief that starts long before a loss.
How therapy can help
Therapy here is about support, not fixing. Your therapist can help you sort through fears, have important conversations, and find some peace with what you can and can't change. Many people find it helps to talk openly with someone outside the family.
Our therapists may draw on conversations about meaning and values, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and grounding skills for anxious moments.
What working with P.A.T.H. looks like
Online sessions mean you can talk from home, or from wherever you are being cared for, if that is possible for you.
- Online, from home. Sessions happen by video, so you can talk from a place where you feel comfortable.
- Qualified therapists. Each therapist's professional designation is on their profile.
- The same therapist over time. You work with one therapist who gets to know you, so you don't start over each session.
- A free first conversation. Start with a free 20-minute consultation to see if the fit feels right. There is no commitment.
- Clear pricing. $175 per session ($220 in Alberta). Free 20-minute consultation. Receipts for extended health benefits. Many extended health plans cover psychotherapy or counselling. Check with your plan which credentials it accepts.
