Payment & Insurance Information

Direct billing is with most major insurance providers.
See a list of popular insurers below or reach out for more info.

50 Minute Therapy Session - $170

80 Minute Therapy Session - $280

6 Weeks to Calm Program Session (50-min) - $170

Alex is a registered provider for the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB), the Department of Justice Criminal Injuries Counselling Program, Veteran’s Affairs Canada, and the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). Direct billing is available for all programs.

Insurance Details

Depending on your insurance provider, counselling services may be covered partially or in full.

If your insurance company doesn’t allow for direct billing, a PDF receipt will be provided to you to submit for reimbursement.

Session frequency is flexible and is up to each individual client. Many clients begin with weekly or biweekly appointments and gradually reduce to more occasional sessions as their needs change. Individual therapy sessions are 50 minutes and billed at $160 per session. Insurance coverage may apply.

Student Coverage

Many student health plans in Nova Scotia, such as Dalhousie’s, include full coverage for counselling (up to $1,000). Check your plan details to see what’s included and make the most of this valuable support for your mental health.

Direct Billing Available through:

  • Blue Cross Medavie

  • Sunlife

  • Manulife

  • Equitable

  • Greenshield Health

  • Canada Life / PSHCP

  • Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance

  • Johnson Inc.

  • Sonnet Insurance

  • Veteran’s Affairs Canada (VAC)

  • Victim Services CIC Program

  • NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits)

  • Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)

Suggested Provider Questions

  • Does my health insurance cover Registered Counselling Therapists and/or Certified Canadian Counsellors?

  • Is direct billing available, or will I need to submit receipts for reimbursement?

  • What percentage (or amount) is covered by my plan?

  • When does my coverage renew each year?