Insurance

Many private insurance companies cover psychotherapy or counselling provided by a registered social worker or psychotherapist (a title that a social worker is also eligible to use). We are also now accepting GreenShield and BlueCross insurance plans for direct billing. Please check directly with your insurance provider in advance to verify coverage and any reimbursement you may be applicable for. A receipt is automatically provided to you by email upon payment for reimbursement that contains Brianna’s registration number and the service provided.

Funding

Unfortunately, psychotherapy and counselling are not covered under OHIP, but are HST exempt when provided by a registered social worker. Individual psychotherapy, grief counselling, caregiver counselling, or trauma therapy may also be billed directly through the Non-Insured Health Benefit (NIHB) if you are are Indigenous or the Trauma-Informed Health and Cultural Support Program (TIHCSP) if you are eligible.

If you receive Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) or CPP-D and require financial support, you may be eligible for the Pro Bono Program. Passport funding may also be available for those enrolled.

Trauma therapy (up to 10 sessions) may be billed directly through the Hamilton Victim Services Quick Response Program (VQRP+) if you have been approved through that program.