A Few FAQ’s

How do I get started?

The first step is to complete the contact form HERE Please allow at least 3-5 business days for a response. If appropriate, we will schedule a complementary 30-minute consultation phone call to get to know one another a little better.

If, after the consultation, we both agree that working together feels like a good fit, we will schedule your first appointment. You will receive an email with a link to set up your secure online client portal account and the intake paperwork.

Filling out this paperwork from the comfort of your own home and securely uploading it to your account ahead of your first appointment means you can take the time you need to complete the intake questions. We’ll spend less time filling out forms during your first session and more time getting to know each other.

What is the fee per session? Are your services covered by OHIP or insurance?

My current fee is $165.00 per 60-minute session.

Session fees can be paid through E-transfer or credit card at the end of each session.

I do not offer direct billing, as providing this service actually takes away from the time I have to spend with my clients. I do provide receipts at the end of every session that can be submitted to benefit plans that cover psychotherapy provided by a Registered Social Worker. It is important that you check first with your provider to ensure Registered Social Workers are specifically covered.

OHIP does not cover services; however, psychotherapy provided by a Registered Social worker is considered a tax-deductible medical expense, which means you can submit any portion not covered by insurance with your tax documents.

How long will I need to be in therapy?

Everyone is different, and there is no prescribed number of sessions that will work for all. A variety of factors can influence the length of time someone chooses to stay in therapy, such as the presenting concerns and goals, the type of support that is needed, what is going on in everyday life outside of therapy, etc.

Short-term therapy can last anywhere from 2-12 sessions; long-term therapy can carry over the course of several months or years.

This is something we can address during intake and also revisit throughout therapy together.

Do you see children, teens, couples or families?

I only see individual adults in my practice. Different populations and age groups have specific needs and considerations in therapy that require ongoing professional development to ensure the therapist is meeting the needs of his/her/their client(s). My professional development currently focuses on individual adult populations only. If you are looking for a therapist who works with these other population groups PSYCHOLOGY TODAY is a great resource.

If you are a family member or loved one of someone you believe could benefit from therapy please be advised I require that the individual coming for therapy be the one I speak with during the consultation so I can assess their readiness for therapy work.