Therapy is an opportunity to talk about whatever issues are important to the client (individual, couple, or family) in a safe, confidential space while having a trained and objective person as a guide in working through the thoughts, feelings, and real-life implications of the situation. Therapy is a collaborative process that requires an active role from both the client and the therapist for change to occur.

The first session will be an initial assessment to discuss the client’s history, presenting concerns, and needs for treatment. During this first session, the client will have the opportunity to review office policies, privacy, and confidentiality, as well as determine whether or not they are comfortable with the therapist.

It’s crucial to have a positive working relationship with your therapist, so it’s recommended that the client and therapist meet 2-3 times to build a therapeutic alliance before deciding whether or not the relationship will continue.  The therapist should provide the client with referrals of specialists or trusted colleagues if they feel someone else might be better able to work with the client.

Each session is 45-50 minutes long.

Each session is $6500 for online therapy ($5000 for University students) and $7000 for face-to-face therapy

Yes, however, the full cost is to be paid upfront, and the insurance benefit claimed from the insurance provider.

I am licensed by the Council of Professionals Supplementary to Medicine. I also hold a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counselling awarded by the University of South Florida.

Each client’s situation and needs are different. Generally speaking, clients begin to feel relief shortly after beginning (if they are open and forth coming with their thoughts/feelings). Progress can be realized anywhere from 5 sessions to 12 when clients employ the coping skills learned in therapy. Of course, this is dependent on the nature of the client’s concerns. 

Whatever you say here, stays here, except in times when a therapist is legally obligated to break confidentiality if:

• A therapist believes that you are in imminent danger of hurting yourself or someone else, a family member, police, or ambulance will be called to ensure safety.
• A child under the age of 16 or older adult in care is in danger
• Your files are subpoenaed by the court 
• A client experienced a health emergency during a session. In this case, medical staff would be provided only with necessary information. No information about why a client is in therapy will be shared.

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in psychiatry. Psychiatrists are able to diagnose a mental health issue, such as schizophrenia, and prescribe any necessary medication. Some psychiatrists provide therapy to their patients. Psychiatrists may refer their patients to Psychologists for treatment.

A Psychologist holds at least a Master’s degree in psychology. They are qualified to diagnose mental health issues, and offer therapy but not prescribe medication.

A Psychologist holds at least a Master’s degree in psychology. They are qualified to diagnose mental health issues, and offer therapy but not prescribe medication.