I offer a free 30 minute consultation. After that time, you can decide if you’d like to work together my hourly rate is $120. However, I do offer fees on a sliding scale for those on limited incomes. Unfortunately, psychological services are not covered by Alberta Health. You may however have coverage from other sources such as Blue Cross or your employee benefits package. You may also be eligible for assistance from the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) or other agency if your counselling relates to an accident or crime.

That depends on your issues, the urgency of your concerns, your motivation, the time you have, and financial situation. Some people can work well on their own after one or two sessions. Some issues are very specific and can be addressed in one or two sessions. Long-standing issues usually take longer. Often people find that they can make considerable progress within 8-15 weeks. Sometimes it helps to have counselling, then take a break to integrate learning and skills, and then return for a few sessions.

No, anyone can refer themselves. However, sometimes family doctors will refer you for counselling. At any rate, all services are confidential and your doctor will only receive information with your approval.

Yes. Even if your partner does not come, the learnings and insights you have will affect the relationship. Often a partner will end up coming after a few sessions.