Fees and Policies
FEES
Session rates:
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$170 for 50 minute session
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$220 for 80 minute session
Payment by e-transfer
**Currently the sliding scale/ low cost waitlist is closed**
Sliding Scale is available for those who have:
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No Insurance Coverage
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Financial Need (Systemic Inequalities*, Financially Impacted by Job loss, Change in Circumstances, Disability, etc.)
Spots are offered on an honour system, I don't verify income or ask for documentation and you decide what amount you’re paying on the sliding scale.
* In response to ongoing harm and inequity, Black/Indigenous clients are welcome to access sessions at my low cost rate, regardless of their income or financial situation
INSURANCE
Your current health insurance provider or employee benefit plan may cover psychotherapy services in full or in part.
Contact your Insurance provider to check if coverage for Registered Psychotherapy is included in your Policy.
I don't offer direct billing. Sessions are paid upfront, and reimbursement can then be sought through your insurer if your plan includes coverage.
Paid invoices, which you can submit to your insurance provider are provided after each appointment.
Questions to ask your provider:
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Does my plan cover psychotherapy provided by a Registered Psychotherapist?
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Do I have a deductible? If so, what is it and have I met it yet?
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Does my plan limit how many sessions per calendar year I can have or how much it covers per session? If so, what is the limit?
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Do I need written approval from my primary care physician in order for services to be covered?
TELETHERAPY SESSIONS
Sessions are held on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform.
You'll receive a unique link to join our sessions, no downloads needed. Just click the link, type in your name and make sure you have a private place to talk with a good internet connection.
Phone appointments are also available
Why ONLINE therapy?
Many trauma survivors and folks who are navigating grief and loss feel more at ease participating from their own space
Research shows virtual trauma therapy is as effective as traditional face-to-face sessions and may even provide some additional benefits by removing physical and logistical barriers including:
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Increased sense of safety and control in familiar surroundings
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Consistent access to care, even on the hard days
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Reduced hypervigilance and experience of stigma
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More immediate post session decompression
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Access to specialized providers and flexibility in scheduling
SCHEDULING SESSIONS
Typically, clients will reserve a recurring weekly, bi-weekly or twice-weekly appointment time, depending on their needs. This helps to add additional structure to their therapy process
We will find a time to meet regularly that works with your schedule
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Free Consultation
During the phone consultation we can talk about what is bringing you to therapy and go over any questions you have about therapy or working together
FAQ
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Start Sessions
Together, we identify what you'd like to focus on and the approach that will best suit your needs.
Somatic Therapy
Expressive Arts Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
ADDITIONAL INTAKE INFO
Consultation calls and intake sessions are not a guarantee of services; they are a step in the process of determining whether we are a good fit.
The consultation call and first session will help to determine treatment recommendations, including confirming that the services that we have to offer would be appropriate for your current needs.
Administrative and confidentiality documents will be sent before meeting and there will be time for review and questions in both the consultation call and at intake.
We are not a crisis center and cannot respond to urgent or life-threatening inquiries. If you are in crisis please call 988 or text the word TALK to 45645
CANCELLATION POLICY
If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, notice must be provided at least 24 hours before the session start time. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice will be charged the full session fee.