Frequently Asked Questions
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My availability varies throughout the year as clients begin, end, or change the frequency of therapy. While I may not always have immediate openings, I am happy to discuss current availability and can add you to my waitlist if there is not currently a suitable space available.
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I offer a free 15 to 30 minute consultation call to discuss what brings you to therapy, answer any questions you may have, and explore whether we might be a good fit for working together. There is no obligation to continue after the consultation. The Pride Therapy Network has a helpful guide regarding questions to ask yourself and a potential provider found here.
If we decide to move forward, we will schedule an initial therapy session where we can begin exploring your goals, concerns, and what you hope to gain from therapy.
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I currently offer virtual psychotherapy to individuals located in Quebec.
My regular working hours are Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. While I do offer some evening appointments, availability is limited and may vary over time.
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My fee is $180 per 60-minute session and payment is accepted via e-transfer.
As a licensed psychologist, I provide receipts that can be submitted to extended health insurance plans for reimbursement. Please check with your insurance provider regarding your specific coverage.
I am also registered with IVAC. However, I do not offer direct billing. Clients are responsible for paying the session fee and may then submit their receipts to IVAC for reimbursement according to their coverage.
I maintain a limited number of sliding scale spaces. I am happy to add individuals to a waitlist as spaces become available.
I also curate and maintain a collection of free and low-cost mental health resources, which can be found on the Resources page of this website.
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In some circumstances, psychologists can provide documentation to support clients in accessing services, accommodations, or other forms of support. Depending on your situation, this may include letters related to gender-affirming care, workplace or educational accommodations, mental health leave, disability-related supports, or other requests.
The ability to provide documentation depends on a number of factors, including the nature of the request, the information available, professional and ethical considerations, and whether I have sufficient knowledge of your circumstances to make the recommendations being requested.
If you are seeking documentation or support with a specific form, I encourage you to discuss this with me so we can determine what may be possible.
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You do not need a diagnosis or to even understand what you are experiencing to begin therapy.
Many people wonder whether their experiences are "serious enough" to count as trauma or whether they dissociate "enough" to seek support. I take a broader view that extends beyond medicalized cut-offs and diagnostic labels. Trauma can result from a wide range of experiences, including events that may not initially seem traumatic. This is especially the case with early developmental trauma. Similarly, dissociation can show up in many different ways, from feeling disconnected from emotions, memories, or one's sense of self to experiences that are more noticeable or disruptive.
If you're curious about whether trauma or dissociation may be part of your experience, this is something we can explore together. You do not need to have all the answers before reaching out.