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Rates

Standard Rates

Sessions are a full 60 minutes or 90 minutes. I recommend 90 minutes for relationship counselling with a partner(s), to avoid feeling rushed.

For individuals, sessions are $140 for 60 minutes and $200 for 90 minutes. For two or three people attending together, sessions are $170 for 60 minutes and $245 for 90 minutes.

Accessing more affordable therapy

I reserve some sliding scale spaces on my client list. These range from $80 to $130 for a 60 minute session. If cost is preventing you from accessing therapy, please read the Green Bottle Guide and get in touch to discuss.

Through the Association of Cooperative Couselling Therapists of Canada, my services are also covered by some insurance companies, though not all.

The following companies have agreements to provide coverage for RTCs in some or all cases: Alberta Blue Cross; The Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan; ClaimSecure; Equitable Life of Canada; Green Shield Canada; iA Financial Group; Manitoba Blue Cross; Pacific Blue Cross; Sun Life; Victor Insurance; ComPsych; and ICBC. Canada Life and ManuLife do not have an official agreement with ACCT, however they appear to review claims on a case by case basis. Please reach out if you have specific questions about your coverage.

If you would like to access low cost counselling with a student, please check out the wonderful students under supervision with Collective Healing.

F.A.Q.

Making your payments

My calendar and billing are done through the Expressive Wellness Jane app. Payment can be made with a credit card through the app (automatic billing is available), or by e-transfer.

Insurance billing

I am able to do direct billing to many insurance companies including Pacific Blue Cross and those covered by Telus eHealth. For others not covered by this, you will need to submit your receipt of payment to receive reimbursement. Please check with your provider to ensure they cover Registered Therapeutic Counsellors.

Understanding the sliding scale

I offer a few sliding scale spots. I know it can sometimes be hard to ask for this rate. I encourage you to take a look at the Green Bottle Guide on my resource page to determine where you fit on the scale and learn more about how accessing affordable health care serves social justice for all of us.

Cancellation policy

Please do your best to cancel or reschedule with 48 hours notice. This allows me to offer the space to others. The full fee for your session may apply for late cancellations or no shows, with the exception of an emergency.

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