FAQs

You don't need to be in crisis or have everything figured out to benefit from therapy. Therapy can be helpful if you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, struggling with difficult emotions or relationships, going through a life transition, or simply want to better understand yourself. The free 15-minute consultation is also an opportunity to discuss what you're looking for and determine whether working together feels like a good fit.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and discuss what has brought you to therapy. We'll talk about your concerns, goals, and any relevant experiences that may help me better understand your situation. There is no pressure to share everything at once—we'll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Together, we'll begin exploring how therapy can best support you.

My fees are as follows:

• $160 for a 50-minute session (in-person or virtual).

• $80 for a 30-minute session (in-person or virtual).

Yes, I do offer sliding scales. Availability is limited. Please contact me for more information.

Sessions can be done conveniently from your own location, either by phone or online through Zoom. We can also meet in person at my office at 29 Cameron Street East in Cannington.

The consultation gives us a chance to get to know each other. It’s also an opportunity for you to bring up any questions or concerns that you may have.

Payments can be made by email money transfer (e-transfer) or by providing your credit card. E-transfers are due at the beginning of the session while credit card payments will be charged at the end of the session.

You will receive an invoice after the payment has been processed.

There is a 24 hour cancellation policy which means that notice needs to be given at least 24 hours in advance to either cancel or reschedule your session. Missed sessions or late notices will be charged the full session fee.

Many private health benefit plans cover our services. Please check with your insurance provider to see if psychotherapy or psychotherapy services are covered.

All of your information that is stored in Jane, a practice management software, is PHIPA compliant. PHIPA stands for Personal Health Information Protection Act.

As a Registered Psychotherapist, I adhere to the ethical guidelines and standards of practice set out by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). All of your personal information, including discussions during sessions, are kept confidential and will not be shared with a third party without your prior consent. There are, however, circumstances where I am legally and ethically obligated to break confidentiality. These include:

• There is a risk of harm to self or another person;

• There is a child at risk of abuse or neglect;

• Records are subpoenaed by a court of law.