Dr. Jessika offers OHIP covered, virtual physician-led Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to patients across Ontario treating:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Low Self Esteem
- Mild to Moderate Depression
- Insomnia
A physician referral is required. Please see the referral page.
FHO patients are welcome!
Evidence Based Care, Thoughtfully delivered
Areas of Specialized Care:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder & Panic Disorder
Find relief from racing thoughts, constant worry, and the weight of overwhelm
Social Anxiety Disorder
Recognize avoidance and move into social connection.
Self Esteem and People Pleasing
Improve confidence, sense of self and clarify boundaries.
Insomnia
Use a CBT-I approach to improve sleep quality.
Meet Dr. Jessika
Dr. Jessika Schaman is a GP psychotherapist providing OHIP-covered services across Ontario. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Toronto Metropolitan University, followed by her Doctor of Medicine at McMaster University. She then completed her Family Medicine residency and a Fellowship in Addiction Medicine at the University of Toronto.
Over the past decade, Dr. Schaman has developed a strong clinical focus in psychotherapy. She completed a diploma through McMaster University’s Behavioural Sciences Program with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and has pursued additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Her advanced training and clinical experience have led to her GP Focused Practice Designation in Psychotherapy.
Dr. Schaman has experience working with individuals in both group and one-to-one settings. She takes a semi-structured, collaborative approach to help patients identify areas where they feel stuck and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. Her work emphasizes strengthening emotional regulation skills, recognizing and modifying unhelpful thinking patterns, and supporting the development of behaviours that foster greater purpose, resilience, and overall well-being.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with her husband and young children, travelling, and expressing her creativity through DIY home design.
Dr. Jessika Schaman
Services offered
Virtual Therapy
Secure video sessions for convenience, privacy, and accessibility.
OHIP covered services
Initial Consultation (50 minutes)
8 Skills Based Sessions (45 minutes)