Resources For Professionals & Referral Partners
We welcome collaboration with mental health professionals, physicians, educators, and community organizations who are seeking psychotherapy services for their clients, patients, or students. At the Ontario Psychotherapy and Counselling College (OPCC), our supervised student therapists and graduates provide high-quality, affordable psychotherapy grounded in psychodynamic and relational principles.
About Privacy & Consent
OPCC is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all personal and personal health information in accordance with Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Please ensure that clients have provided informed consent before you submit their information to OPCC’s Referral Network. All information shared will be used solely for intake, therapist matching, and related clinical processes within OPCC, and handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our privacy practices or this referral process, please contact us at referrals@opccollege.ca.
How to Refer a Client
Referring someone to our network is simple and confidential. Our client matching process is designed to ensure that individuals are connected with a therapist who fits their needs, preferences, and goals for therapy. You can:
- Fill out and complete our Referral Form here
- Or invite the client to complete the online intake form themselves via our Get Matched page
- Click the “Submit Request” button
If you would like to speak with a member of our team before making a referral, we’re happy to consult.
Our Clinical Standards
OPCC operates as a registered Ontario Career College and is recognized by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). All student therapists:
- Are in their final years of training in our CRPO-recognized program
- Work under close supervision by experienced, registered clinical supervisors
- Receive regular individual and group supervision as part of their clinical practicum
- Adhere to OPCC’s ethical standards, CRPO’s Code of Ethics, and professional practice guidelines
Student therapists work under supervision, which ensures that their clinical work is carefully supported while clients benefit from a thoughtful and responsive therapeutic experience.
Consultation & Collaboration
We are committed to building relationships with professionals and organizations who share our commitment to accessible, relational care. If you are interested in:
- Consulting about a potential referral
- Establishing a referral partnership
- Exploring group therapy options
Please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Contact referrals@opccollege.ca
or call 416-920-9355
We look forward to working together to ensure clients receive the care and support they need.
OPCC Referral Form for Professionals
Thank you for referring a client to the Ontario Psychotherapy and Counselling College (OPCC) Referral Network.
Please complete the form below. Our team will follow up with your client to initiate the matching and intake process.