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Tanika Newman, RSWVirtual therapy · Ontario

Therapy that meets you where you are

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Hi I'm Tanika

For me, I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable enough to show up exactly as you are. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical.

Together, we'll explore what's been weighing on you, celebrate your strengths, and develop strategies that help you move toward the life you want.

I provide virtual therapy for teens and adults across Ontario, supporting people through anxiety, burnout, life transitions, relationships, caregiving, and other challenges that can make life feel overwhelming.

— Tanika Newman, Registered Social Worker

A note from Tanika
Tanika Newman, Registered Social Worker, virtual therapist for teens and adults across Ontario

Fees start at $180/hour.

Direct billing through TELUS Health is available for participating plans. We can talk about your coverage during a free consult.

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Areas of focus

Life can feel heavy in so many different ways, and you don't have to carry it alone. These are some of the things I support people through.

  • South Asian mother in glasses gently kissing her baby, postpartum adjustment and new parent therapy with Tanika Newman, RSW, serving Ontario virtually

    New parent support & postpartum adjustment

    Becoming a parent can be tender, disorienting and lonely all at once. You can love your baby deeply and still grieve the life, body and rhythm you had before.

    Read about new parent & postpartum
  • Woman in a hijab at her desk with her head in her hands, therapy for professional and caregiver burnout with an online therapist in Ontario

    Professional & caregiver burnout

    You're the reliable one. At work, at home, in your family. From the outside it looks like you're managing, inside, you're running on empty and quietly resentful about it.

    Read about burnout (professionals & caregivers)
  • Black woman with braided hair looking upward in a reflective portrait with soft movement, trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy with Tanika Newman, RSW

    Trauma-informed, culturally responsive care

    Trauma shapes how safe the world feels in your body. You don't have to retell everything to be believed here, and you don't have to explain your culture before you can be understood.

    Read about trauma-informed care
  • Young Asian woman writing in a journal at a sunlit café table, therapy for life transitions and starting fresh in Ontario

    Life transitions, feeling stuck, starting fresh

    Something ended, or something needs to. You're between chapters, and the in-between is uncomfortable, even when the change is one you chose.

    Read about life transitions
  • Young man sitting by a bright window, resting a hand on his forehead as he takes a quiet breath, anxiety and overthinking therapy online across Ontario

    Anxiety & overthinking, when your mind won't switch off

    Your mind is always three steps ahead, replaying conversations, bracing for what could go wrong. It's exhausting, and it's not a personality flaw.

    Read about anxiety & overthinking
  • Two women talking openly over coffee in a warm, cozy setting, relationship and communication counselling with a registered social worker in Ontario

    Relationships & communication, feeling heard and connected

    The same argument keeps coming back. Or you swallow what you need to say to keep the peace. Either way, you're tired of feeling unheard.

    Read about relationships & communication

The Wellness Café

These are the little notes I find myself writing out for people in session. They're here for you too, free, whenever you need something to hold onto.

Browse the Wellness Café

Questions people ask first

Do I need a referral?
No, you can book an appointment directly:
Phone: 416-474-9113
E-mail: tnewman.rsw@gmail.com
Who do you work with?
I work with teens and adults who live anywhere in Ontario. Because everything is virtual, you can join from home, your parked car on a lunch break, or anywhere you have privacy and an internet connection.
What happens in my first session?
The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. We'll talk about what's brought you here, what you'd like to work on, and how therapy can best support you moving forward.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes, I exclusively offer secure, confidential virtual appointments to teens and adults across Ontario, Canada.

*I do not offer in person sessions at this time.
How long is each session?
Sessions run for about 50 minutes. The frequency of appointments can be weekly, bi-weekly, or as needed. We'll decide together based on your goals and preferences.
Is everything confidential?
Yes, what you share in sessions stays private, and your personal health information is handled under Ontario's privacy laws (PHIPA). There are a few limited situations where I'm legally or ethically required to share information, and I want you to know them up front:

  • If I believe you're at serious risk of harming yourself or someone else
  • If there's reason to believe a child is being abused, neglected or is at risk of harm (Ontario law requires me to report this to child protection)
  • If a court orders the release of records through a subpoena or court order
  • If I learn that a regulated health professional has sexually abused a client (I'm required to report this to their professional college)

Wherever it's safe and possible, I'll talk with you first and only share the minimum information needed. If you have questions about privacy, we can go through them in your first session, or anytime.
Do you offer direct billing?
Yes! We now offer direct billing through TELUS Health for participating insurance providers. We encourage you to check whether your insurance plan is registered for direct billing and whether Registered Social Work services are covered under your benefits.

Sessions are $180 per 50-minute hour. If direct billing isn't available through your provider or plan, you'll receive an invoice and receipt that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

We know that accessing support should feel as straightforward as possible, especially during more challenging seasons. Sliding scale sessions are also available in limited brief packages.
What about VQRP+ and IFHP coverage?
Beyond extended health insurance, I'm an approved counsellor with Ontario's Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+). If you've been the victim of a violent crime in Ontario, VQRP+ may cover your therapy sessions, reach out and I'll help you get set up.

I also accept the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) through Medavie Blue Cross, which covers eligible refugees, protected persons and certain other newcomers to Canada. If you're not sure whether you qualify for either program, just ask, I'll walk you through what's covered.
What if I need support right away?
Sessions are by appointment, so I'm not able to provide crisis or after-hours care. If you need support right away:

  • Call or text 988, the Suicide Crisis Helpline, free and available 24/7 across Canada
  • Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department if you're in immediate danger
  • Reach out to your family doctor, a walk-in counselling service, or 211 Ontario for community supports

If you're already working with me and something urgent comes up between sessions, we'll build a safety plan together so you know exactly where to turn.
Can you prescribe medication?
No, Registered Social Workers don't prescribe or manage medication. If you're wondering whether medication might help, I'd encourage you to speak with your family doctor or a nurse practitioner. I'm happy to work alongside them as part of your overall care.
What's your cancellation policy?
Please provide at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule, as this time is set aside just for you. Late cancellations will incur a fee.
How do I know if you're the right fit for me?
Finding the right therapist is important. You're welcome to book a free initial consultation to see if my approach feels right, and if not, I'm happy to recommend other professionals who might suit your needs.

Let's start with a conversation

We can talk about what’s bringing you here, and you can decide whether working together feels right.

A free consult, with no pressure to book a session afterward.

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Prefer to reach out directly?
Text, WhatsApp or call 416-474-9113.

  • Direct billing · Telus Health eBilling
  • VQRP+ approved counsellor
  • IFHP accepted (Medavie Blue Cross)

I can bill many insurers directly through Telus Health eBilling, ask me about coverage for your plan.

Virtually serving Ontario

Land acknowledgementI live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples, land covered by the Dish With One Spoon covenant, a promise to share and care for it together. Because my sessions are virtual, I also have the privilege of sitting with people joining from territories across Ontario, each one held by its own First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities. As a Black woman, I also hold these lands as a place where Black history, labour and resilience are woven in, and where my own community has always been part of the story. My work is rooted in listening, and that includes listening to the stories this land holds and the peoples who have cared for it since long before me. I'm committed to ongoing learning and to showing up for Indigenous and Black communities in more than words.