Rates
Fees for psychotherapy services reflect the Psychologists Association of Alberta recommended fee schedule of $220 per therapeutic hour (i.e., 50 minutes). Services completed outside of the therapy hour, including consultations, report writing, letters and form completion are billed at one-fifth the hourly rate for each 10 minutes. Incremental billings are also appropriate for services provided beyond a 50 minute session. Unless otherwise agreed upon, existing clients will see this change reflected in their statements starting January 1, 2023.
Did you know? The Canada Revenue Agency considers psychological services eligible, tax-deductible medical expenses. Make sure to keep copies of your receipts for your records so that you may benefit from this credit come tax time.
Insurance Coverage & Direct Billing
Psychological services are covered by most personal health insurance plans and can be direct billed to the following insurance plans:
Alberta Blue Cross, ASEBP Alberta School Employee Benefits Plan, Beneva by La Capitale, BPA, Canada Life, Canadian Construction Workers Union, Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance, CINUP, ClaimSecure, Coughlin, Cowan, D.A. Townley, Desjardins, Equitable Life, First Canadian, GMS, gsc (Green Shield Canada), GroupHEALTH, GroupSource, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group, LiUNA Local 183, LiUNA Local 506, Manion, Maximum Benefit, MEDIC Construction, People Corporation, Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP), RWAM, SSQ Insurance, TELUS AdjudiCare, Union Benefits, UV Insurance.
As an approved provider for Medavie Blue Cross, Telus Health, providerConnect, and the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) Maddalena can also direct bill for: Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Saskatchewan Blue Cross, and the Workers Compensation Board (WCB).
Fee payment is due by the end of your session. For your comfort, please consult your insurance carrier prior to your appointment to clarify coverage. A receipt will be provided for your records.
Cancellations or Rescheduling
Cancelling or rescheduling without 2 business days notice will incur the full session fee of $220.
Payment Options
Payment is due by the end of your session and it can be made by e-transfer, credit card or direct billing to insurance. Credit card transactions incur an additional administration fee of 3.5%.
You will receive an electronic receipt once payment is received, which you may use for reimbursement from your insurance provider. If you experience any delays in receiving a copy of your receipt please do not hesitate to contact me.