Counselling can be brief and goal focused over just a few sessions. Some people seek therapy to address long standing issues, behaviour patterns, or historical traumas that are interfering with present functioning, which may require more sessions.
Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Narrative and Solutions Focussed
EMDR trained therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and member of EMDRIA, the international association.
Completed specialized EMDR training focussing on military and first responders.
Information about EMDR can be found at —
https://www.emdria.org/page/what_is_emdr_therapy
Who do I work with?
I provide individual counselling sessions for adults.
Coverage
Sessions may be covered through an insurer or benefit plan. I am an approved provider for Medavie Blue Cross (Veteran’s Affairs, Canadian Forces, RCMP), First Nation’s Health Authority, the Crime Victims Assistance Program, and some extended benefit plans. Many plans cover the services of a Registered Social Worker (RSW) or Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). It is best to check with your plan administrator.
Private payment is also available, with some sliding scale reduced rates depending on need.
Fees & Tax Credits
Fees for sessions are informed by current professional association suggested rates. Please check with me for further details.
Clinical services provided by Registered Social Workers are eligible to be claimed on income tax through the Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC).