FAQ
What are your office hours?
I work with clients Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
Are appointments in-person or online?
I see clients online only via an encrypted platform. I have specialized training for working online and am able to offer appointments to people across Alberta and the Northwest Territories.
Who do you work with?
I see adults for individual counselling.
What can I expect from therapy?
I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship where your input is critical to success. Our first session is an opportunity for me to get to know you and for you to get a sense of what working with me will be like. During this time, we’ll decide what goals to work on and how to get there.
Although we may talk about your past experiences, I tend to focus on the here-and-now; and the ways you can make improvements in your life currently and moving forward. This includes offering suggestions and strategies, based on your goals and your feedback, as to what is most helpful for you.
How many sessions does it take before I start seeing improvements in my life?
It depends, since everyone’s circumstances are different. However, research shows that if therapy is going to be helpful, we typically see improvements early on (usually the first 8-10 sessions, depending on what we’re working on). We track this using Feedback Informed Treatment.
How often would I expect to see you?
Depending on the issue that brings you to therapy, we may see each other anywhere from once a week to once a month; this is a decision we make together based on your needs and circumstances.
What is Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT)?
FIT is an approach that uses regular client feedback to improve therapy. By keeping track of your progress and how the sessions are going, we make sure you’re getting what you need from therapy and adjust how we’re working together, as needed.
Many therapists say they work collaboratively, but don’t have the expertise or framework in place to ensure that collaboration is happening at every session. FIT is a structured approach that allows for time to reflect on how you’ve been doing, but also how the session went and what (if anything) needs to change.
You can read more about it here.
How much do sessions cost?
Fees are $260 per 50-minute session. Psychological services are GST exempt and are tax deductible as a medical expense. Most extended health benefit and employee assistance plans provide substantial coverage for psychological treatment received from a Registered Psychologist.
Are you an NIHB provider?
Indigenous clients registered with the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program can access culturally responsive, trauma-informed care. Please contact for details.
Do you have direct billing?
There is no direct billing at this time, but I will provide you with a receipt to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.