Individual Psychotherapy and Counselling for Recovery from Trauma, Anxiety, Depression and Life Transitions

Individual therapy sessions last 50 minutes and cost $180. Payment is due at your appointment. We offer direct billing whenever possible, depending on your insurance plan.

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions for more information about insurance, direct billing, payment and cancellation policies.

Many extended health insurance plans cover sessions with a Registered Psychotherapist. You may have coverage through your employer, your partner's plan, a parent's plan (if you qualify as a dependent), personal insurance, a college or university student health plan or another source.

Before your first appointment, ask your insurer:

• Does my plan cover services provided by a Registered Psychotherapist?

• How much or what percentage is reimbursed per session?

• What is my annual coverage limit, and how much remains available?

• When does my annual coverage reset?

• Is direct billing available under my plan?

Knowing these details can help you plan your appointments and understand any costs you will need to pay yourself. 

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions for more helpful information about appointments, insurance, policies and what to expect.

The following insurance plans and benefit programs may cover sessions with a Registered Psychotherapist:

If your insurer is on this list, it does not guarantee coverage or direct billing. Before your first appointment, confirm with your insurer whether your sessions are covered and how much they cover.

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions for helpful answers about getting started, appointments, policies and what to expect.

Our private psychotherapy services are not covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), Ontario's publicly funded health insurance program.

Depending on your eligibility, coverage may be available through the following programs and benefits:

• Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB): Mental health counselling coverage for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients.

• Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP): Temporary health coverage that may include mental health counselling for eligible refugees, refugee claimants and certain other groups.

• Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC): Psychotherapy coverage for eligible Veterans through approved benefits.

• Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP): Eligible serving or former members may have coverage through their RCMP health benefits or programs administered by VAC.

Our therapists are registered providers with these programs. Each program has different rules about who qualifies, how much it pays and whether approval is needed before sessions begin. Depending on your coverage, you may need to pay part of the session fee yourself.

Please contact us before your first appointment so we can discuss the program you plan to use and any arrangements needed.

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions for helpful answers about appointments, payment, policies and what to expect.

Starting therapy can feel unfamiliar, and it is understandable to feel nervous about opening up, finding the right words or knowing what to expect. You may feel hopeful about getting support while also feeling uncertain or afraid.

Your free consultation gives you space to meet your therapist, ask questions and discuss any concerns before deciding whether to move forward. You do not need to share your whole story or have everything figured out.

At Inner Core Psychotherapy, helping you feel safe is central to our trauma-informed approach. We take time to build trust, respect your boundaries and offer choices about what you share and how we work together. Your comfort and sense of safety guide the pace, helping you feel heard, respected and supported as you begin.

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions for helpful answers about getting started, appointments, policies and what to expect.

After your free consultation, if we agree that we are a good fit to work together, we will arrange your first therapy appointment. Once it is booked, you will receive a digital intake form that usually takes about 20 minutes to complete.

Please complete the form at least one day before your appointment. This gives your therapist time to review your background, experiences and reasons for seeking support. If you have insurance, it also allows time to prepare direct billing where available under your plan.

During your first session, your therapist will review consent, confidentiality and practice policies, and explain what to expect. You will have space to ask questions and share at a pace that feels comfortable.

Through conversation and gentle exploration, your therapist will begin learning about your personal history, relationships, strengths and current challenges. Together, you will identify meaningful goals that can evolve as therapy progresses. You do not need to have everything figured out or share your whole story at once. We will go at a pace that is comfortable for you. 

At Inner Core Psychotherapy, our approach is compassionate and personalized, helping you feel heard, respected and supported as you begin.

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions for helpful answers about getting started, appointments, policies and what to expect.

Individual counselling gives you space to explore relationship concerns without your partner or family attending. It can help you understand your experiences, recognize recurring patterns and consider what you need from your relationships.

Together, we can explore communication, boundaries, trust and how past experiences may influence your responses. While you cannot control another person's behaviour, therapy can help you make thoughtful choices about how you respond and care for yourself.

At Inner Core Psychotherapy, we offer compassionate, personalized support to help you build a stronger connection with yourself and navigate your relationships with greater clarity and confidence.

Online therapy lets you meet with your therapist by video from a private, comfortable space. At Inner Core Psychotherapy, we offer virtual sessions through Jane, our secure online platform, for clients in Ottawa and across Ontario.

You can join using a smartphone, iPad or other tablet, or a laptop or desktop computer with a camera and microphone. You will receive a link to join your session one day before your appointment and again 30 minutes before it begins.

You will need a reliable internet connection and a quiet space where you can speak privately. Headphones can help protect your privacy.

During your session, you and your therapist will explore your concerns and work toward your goals, much as you would in an office. You can ask questions, discuss what feels comfortable and let your therapist know if you need a pause.

At Inner Core Psychotherapy, helping you feel safe, connected and supported is central to our trauma-informed approach, including when we meet online.