Video Game Therapy
Video game therapy offers a way to connect and work on counselling goals while playing together. For clients ages 10 and up in Canada, sessions use a shared game as a low-pressure setting for conversation and skill-building.
We can tailor sessions to your goals, including communication, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and executive functioning. I’ve been gaming since 2001, and I understand that games can be an important part of how people relax, connect, and express themselves.
60-minute session · $150 CAD · Webcam not required
How sessions work
We meet through Zoom voice chat and play together in a one-to-one setting. You can speak while you play, and you don’t need to turn on your camera. Sessions are counselling, with gameplay serving as the shared activity—not a test of your gaming ability.
If there’s a game you’d like to play that isn’t listed below, get in touch. PC is preferred; some crossplay games and Nintendo Switch games may also work.
Available Games for Gaming Therapy
If a game you or your child would like to play is not available, please feel free to reach out. PC is preferred but games with crossplay or Nintendo Switch is also possible. Must have separate device like phone/pc for voice chat.
Minecraft
Stardew Valley
Palworld
Terraria
Animal Crossing NH
(Switch)
Ark Survival Evolved
Ark Survival Ascended
Sea of Thieves
No Man’s Sky
What you’ll need
Access to the game we choose
A microphone and a separate device for voice chat, such as a phone or computer
A reliable internet connection
Cost and insurance
Cost and insurance
Sessions are 1 hour and cost $150 CAD. Insurance is covered under “Psychotherapy” or “Counselling” under private insurance plans.
Getting started
Send a service request with your location and a brief note about what you’re looking for. If you’re contacting me on behalf of a client who is under 18, please include your name and the client’s name. I’ll follow up with next steps and we can discuss whether video game therapy is a good fit.
Request Services
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