If you are limited to a certain number of sessions I will do my best to assess what is needed and deliver the best treatment to you within your time frame. My many years of therapeutic practice have awarded me strength in quick and thoughtful assessment of the problem and efficient treatment delivery. You will leave sessions clearer headed with solutions to work on until we meet again. I have an abundance of resources (books, readings, skills and strategies, etc.) that I can share with you and your circle of support. This ensures you can work towards meaningful change to support your growth outside of sessions.
Payment
Therapy may seem like a large investment of time and finances but remember it’s an investment in your life. Though it’s easy to forget, you (and your life) are important and need to be taken care of. If you have a cavity, you’d get it taken care of by a dentist. The same goes for therapy. The rate for therapy sessions is $160.00 per hour (no HST) to be paid at the end of each session in cash, or e-transfer. See “EMDR Intensive Therapy”page for more information on cost for this premium service.
Insurance and Employee Benefit Plans
Many private health insurance plans and employee benefit plans cover all or part of treatment. Receipts will be given that you can submit to your insurer for reimbursement.
Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:
Does your insurance cover a registered, licensed Masters of Social Work?
How many sessions per year does my insurance cover?
What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
What is my total yearly coverage for therapy?
Does my insurance cover sessions over 90 minutes?
Is Counselling Tax-deductible?
Since September 2012 counselling services provided by a Registered Social Worker (RSW) can be claimed as a medical expense when filing your income tax return.
Cancellations
Life can be unpredictable, I get that! You may periodically need to reschedule your session. Should you need to reschedule a session please contact me at least 24 hours prior your session otherwise there will be a charge the full amount of your session fee. If you arrive late for your session I will be happy to see you for the remainder of your scheduled time.
