Fees and Logistics
I believe that the cost of therapy should not unnecessarily limit the frequency or depth of the work. My fees are therefore structured according to the regular frequency of psychotherapy, with a lower per-session fee for those engaged in more frequent treatment.
Individual psychotherapy (50 minutes):
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$170 – occasional sessions or check ins (once every 3-4 weeks)
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$160 – once every two weeks
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$150 – once per week
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$140 – twice per week
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$130 – three times per week
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$120 – 4 times per week
Consultation services (50 minutes):
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$170 per session
Session fees are based on the regular treatment frequency agreed upon at the outset of therapy or as the work evolves. Occasional absences, holidays, or cancellations do not change the established session rate. If we decide that the frequency of therapy should change, the corresponding session fee will apply.
Insurance
and Reimbursement Guidance
Many extended health insurance plans cover the services of a Registered Social Worker.
It is recommended that you contact your health insurance provider to confirm the details of your coverage prior to scheduling an appointment.
I do not currently offer direct billing for sessions. After each appointment you will get a receipt that can be used to submit for reimbursement from your insurance provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Payments can be made by e-transfer to ebony@bodymatterspsychotherapy.ca (*Note that this email address will change once the business name is changed). Once payment is received, a receipt will be provided.
If you are unable to attend an appointment, please let me know as soon as possible. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice, as well as missed appointments, are charged at the full session rate.
Initial consultation appointments can be booked through this website. All subsequent appointments are scheduled directly with me, either during sessions or by email.
If you decide to do therapy with me, we enter into a shared commitment to the work. Part of my commitment is to hold space in my practice for you and to support the frequency and continuity of therapy that we have agreed upon.
For this reason, I do not offer online booking for ongoing sessions. Managing my schedule directly allows me to protect space for existing clints rather than making all available appointments open to online booking. It also gives us some flexibility as we find a rhythm that works for us both.
Many insurance plans cover the services of Registered Social Workers, although coverage varies between plans. I do not offer direct billing. Following payment. I will provide you with a receipt that you can submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement.