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Our Services
At Access Therapy Nova Scotia, we approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens. This means we recognize how past experiences — big or small — can shape how you feel, think, relate, and move through the world. We prioritize safety, choice, and collaboration, and we move at a pace that feels right for you.
We are also a neurodiversity-affirming practice. We understand that brains work in different ways, and that differences are not deficits. Therapy can be a space to better understand your nervous system, reduce burnout, build practical supports, and navigate identity with self-compassion.
Child & Teen Therapy
Neurodivergence Therapy
Virtual therapy for children & teens in Nova Scotia.
Virtual therapy for neurodivergent children, teens and adults in Nova Scotia
Individual Adult Therapy
Virtual individual therapy for Adults in Nova Scotia.
Counselling Fees
Free Consultation Phone Call
No Cost
Email or phone to book a obligation-free 15 minute consultation by phone. Use this opportunity to learn more about my approach and determine if therapy is a good fit for you.
Fees
$150 per 60-minute online therapy session.
Payment is due after each session. Reduced rates are available for those without access to insurance- See below.
HST/GST is not charged for psychotherapy and counselling therapy services following the passing of Bill C-59.
Payment
We use Jane App for online booking and billing. Through Jane, we are able to accept both credit card and e-transfer payments.
-Currently, MSI does not typically cover counselling services through private practice clinics.
-Counselling services may be claimed as a medical expense on your income taxes.
Insurance
Many insurance companies provide coverage for counselling services. If your plan includes coverage for psychotherapy, counselling therapy, or clinical counselling, you may be eligible for reimbursement.
We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to confirm your specific coverage details.
Our clinic is able to direct bill to:
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Medavie Blue Cross
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GreenShield
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TELUS Health
(depending on your individual insurance plan)
Many other insurance providers (such as Desjardins, Canada Life, Manulife, and Sun Life Financial) may also provide coverage for our services, even if direct billing is not available.
In these situations, clients pay for the session upfront and then submit their receipt to their insurance provider for reimbursement.
Helpful questions to ask your insurance provider:
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Do I need a doctor’s referral for coverage?
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How much coverage do I have for counselling services?
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Is there a deductible?
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Are Registered Counselling Therapists (RCTs) covered under my plan?
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How do I submit receipts for reimbursement
No Fee Cancellation
with 24 hours notice
Important: If you are unable to keep your appointment, please email yevonne@accesstherapyns.ca at least 24 hours before your appointment time to avoid payment fees.
Reduced Rates
Access Therapy Nova Scotia recognizes that for far too many Nova Scotians accessing therapy is not an option because of lack of insurance.
-If our fees are outside your budget because of lack of insurance, please let us know.
-We offer reduced rates for individuals/families who do not have access to insurance.
Access Therapy Nova Scotia is not an emergency or crisis service.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or need immediate support, please contact one of the following services below:
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline
Website: 988.ca
Phone: Call or Text 988
Kids Help Phone
Website: kidshelpphone.ca
Phone: Text CONNECT to 686868
or Call: 1-800-668-6868.
Mental Health Mobile Crisis (Nova Scotia Only)
Phone: Call 1-888-429-8167
911 Emergency
Phone: Call 911
Client Rights
At Access Therapy Nova Scotia, we strive to create a counselling space where people feel respected, supported, and empowered. We are committed to offering ethical, collaborative, and client-centred care that values informed consent, confidentiality, autonomy, and each person’s unique needs, safety, and well-being throughout the therapeutic process. Client Rights
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