Fees & Services

 

My practice provides psychological assessment and therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Services are structured, evidence-based, and tailored to the needs of each individual or system.

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Psychological & ADHD Assessment

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ADHD assessments are comprehensive psychological evaluations designed to clarify attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation, and related concerns. They also involve careful consideration of other psychological or contextual factors that may better explain or contribute to presenting difficulties.

 

The assessment process includes a clinical intake interview, standardized questionnaires, and, where appropriate, collateral information such as developmental history, school records, or other relevant documentation. This multimethod approach supports a thorough understanding of functioning across time and contexts.

 

Following completion of the assessment, a comprehensive written psychological report is provided. The report outlines diagnostic clarification where appropriate, explains how identified difficulties may be impacting daily functioning, and offers individualized recommendations for support, strategies, and/or accommodations.

 

The ADHD Assessment Fee Range: $1125 – $1350
The final fee depends on the complexity of the presenting concerns and the scope of collateral information and record review required. 

 

Please Note: ADHD assessments are not billed directly to insurance providers. However, sessions to review the assessment reports are billed separately at an hourly rate, and we may be able to direct bill for those sessions if permitted by your insurance provider.

 

Refer to the ADHD assessment process page for further information. 

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Individual Therapy

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$225 per 50-minute session

Individual therapy supports adolescents and adults experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, grief and loss, stress, life transitions, ADHD-related challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, and executive functioning concerns.

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Therapy is grounded primarily in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with integration of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and skills-based interventions where appropriate. Treatment is tailored to individual goals and focused on improving functioning and reducing patterns that maintain distress.

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Couples Therapy

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$240 per 50-minute session

Couples therapy focuses on relational patterns, communication processes, and emotional dynamics within the relationship system. The work supports partners in increasing awareness of interactional patterns, improving communication, and developing more effective ways of responding to conflict and disconnection.

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This approach is structured, collaborative, and systems-informed, with attention to both individual and relational processes that contribute to current difficulties.

 

Note Regarding Fees:

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The Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP), (Formerly know as Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS), has set the recommended fee for psychological services provided by Psychologists registered with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) at $225 per hour. This increase took effect for our Practice as of January 1st, 2025. For more information, visit the website here. The recommended fee is noted at the page bottom.

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The rate for Marilyn of $225.00 per hour breaks down as follows:

Initial Appointment (90 minutes - telehealth or in-person) $337.50
Follow Up Appointments (50 minutes - telehealth or in-person) $225.00
Follow Up Appointments (25 minutes - telehealth or in-person) $112.50

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Payments

 

Payment may be made by E-Transfer, Debit, Visa or Mastercard. Note - Sending credit card information by email is not secure, so we suggest either having us call to take the information, or signing into your Jane account where you can enter it via their secure website.

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Insurance Information

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The services of a psychologist in private practice are not covered by Nova Scotia’s Medical Services Insurance (MSI) plan. Some services may be eligible for reimbursement through extended health insurance plans, depending on individual coverage. 

 

If you have private health insurance, it is important for you to contact your provider to determine your insurance coverage for psychological services.

I recommend that you ask these questions of your insurance provider:

 

• Does my plan cover the services of a Registered Psychologist?

• How much coverage do I have per year?

• Is that per calendar year or per 12-month period?

• Do you cover 100% of the amount or do I have to pay a portion of each visit?

• Is there a deductible amount, which I have to pay before I qualify for reimbursement?

• Do I require a physician’s referral to qualify for my insurance coverage? 

• How do I submit my claim for reimbursement?

Please note, I am able to direct bill to some insurance companies, however, it is dependent on your policy. You will be provided an invoice for any portion not covered by your insurance company.

 

If your insurance company does not allow direct billing, you will be provided an invoice to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement according to the coverage under your plan. Any portion that is not covered under insurance can be claimed as a medical expense and is tax deductible, so please be sure to retain your receipt for income tax purposes.

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For information on how to book an appointment, please visit the Appointments page.

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