Fees & Policies
Rates
The fee for my service is $150 for a 50-minute session. A fee of $120 is available for clients who do not have insurance benefits. Social work services are exempt from HST.
Payment
Payment is accepted by cash, cheque, or etransfer. I am unable at this time to accept payment by credit card.
Insurance Coverage
Most insurance providers will cover the services of a Registered Social Worker (RSW); however, it is recommended that you contact your provider to confirm if you are covered. You will receive a receipt after payment for the session, which you can submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement.
If you do not have insurance coverage, you can claim counselling sessions as a Medical Expense on your income tax return. Speak to your accountant for more details.
Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend a scheduled appointment, please provide a minimum of 24-hour notice. This allows time to offer the appointment to another client who may be on the standby list. The full fee will be charged for late cancellation or missed appointments.
Confidentiality and Privacy Policies
Your privacy is of the utmost importance. All your personal information and our discussions (both verbal and electronic) will be held in confidence in accordance with Canada’s privacy laws, and cannot be disclosed without your written consent. In addition to this, all documentation (both hard copy and electronic) is safely stored and protected as per the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). Limitations to confidentiality will be explained at the first session.
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