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WHAT ARE YOUR FEES FOR PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES?

The fee for individual psychotherapy is $175 per session, applicable to both virtual and in-person appointments. Payment is due at the end of each session, unless alternative arrangements have been made.

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Any requests for additional documentation or reports will be billed at my standard hourly rate.

WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL AN APPOINTMENT?

At Lighthouse Wholeness Psychotherapy Services, we understand that life can be unpredictable. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we kindly ask for at least 24 hours' notice. This allows us to offer the time slot to other clients who may need it. Cancellations made within 24 hours of your scheduled session may incur a cancellation fee. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated and helps us continue to provide quality care to all of our clients. Thank you for your understanding!

DOES OHIP COVER PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES?

Although psychotherapy is a regulated health profession in Ontario, it is not currently covered under OHIP.

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Most extended health benefits and employer benefit plans do offer coverage for psychotherapy services. I encourage you to reach out to your insurance provider to inquire about coverage for counseling services provided by a registered psychotherapist, and to confirm your eligibility and the approved reimbursement rates.

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Additionally, psychotherapy services provided by a registered psychotherapist are recognized as a tax-deductible medical expense by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

INSURANCE & HEALTH BENEFITS

Many clients have coverage for psychotherapy through insurance providers such as Sun Life, Manulife, Green Shield, Great-West Life, Blue Cross, and others.

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To determine if your insurance plan covers therapy with one of our registered psychotherapists, the easiest ways to check are:

  • Visit the extended health section of your insurance provider’s website to see if they cover counselling/therapy with a Registered Psychotherapist.

  • Call your insurance company directly to confirm if you are covered for therapy with a Registered Psychotherapist.

  • Review the extended health section of your benefits booklet for coverage details regarding Registered Psychotherapists.

  • Ask your HR representative to verify if your benefits plan includes coverage for sessions with a Registered Psychotherapist.

NON-INSURABLE HEALTH BENEFITS

Lighthouse Wholeness in an approved mental health counselling provider under the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program. Full fee coverage and direct billing are available for individuals with First Nations or Inuit status across Canada. Virtual and telephone counselling services are also eligible for coverage.

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To learn more about the mental health counseling coverage available under the NIHB program, please visit:
NIHB Mental Health Coverage

 

For inquiries, you can contact Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada at:
Phone (toll-free): 1-800-567-9604

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