Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, I offer a free 15 minute consultation to provide you with the opportunity to ask questions,  learn about my services and decide if I am the right fit for you.   

My fees are $160.00 per session for individual counselling and $200.00 per session for couples.

Depending on your current health insurance provider or employee benefit plan, it is possible for services to be covered in full or in part. Please contact your provider to verify how your plan compensates you for psychotherapy services.  

If you do not have insurance benefits that will cover the cost of therapy, I am an authorized medical practitioner in Ontario as recognized by the CRA and my services are deductible under your medical expenses for your annual tax return.  To learn more about this option click here

If you are unable to attend your session, I require at least 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule your appointment.

All aspects of client involvement will be held in utmost confidence in accordance with the ethical guidelines and standards of practice set out by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.  However, as a Registered Social Worker, I have an obligation to report:

• if you are a danger to yourself or others;
• if you disclose that a child under the age of 16 is being abused, experiencing neglect or is at risk of harm;  
• if a court of law subpoenas clinical records regarding an incident