Every person and challenge is different. I treat everyone as their own unique person which needs a tailored approach based on past experiences with therapy, current coping tools and present stressors. I utilize an anti-oppressive, anti-racist framework in all the work I do, as well as emphasizing the pillars of advocacy, social justice, healing spaces and empowerment of my clients.
Connect with me at : [email protected] OR leave a voice message at 647-696-5994. I will book a free 15 minute consultation to ask any questions you may have and see if we are a good fit for therapy.
Types of Therapy Provided: At present, I am able to offer several types of therapy to suit your needs.
I am trained Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy. I also provide Supportive Counselling and Brief Solution Focussed Therapy. I am also trained as a concurrent therapist, which means I specialize in Addiction Medicine and Mood and Anxiety Disorders as a parallel treatment. Out of this therapy, I also utilize many trauma therapies, including somatic tools, trauma level 1 strategies, such as grounding, breath work and sensory soothing.
ADHD is also a specialty and I am a member of CADDRA. I have many ADHD clients I support with behaviour strategies and education. I also focus on women’s health and as such ADHD and women is a special population I do work with.
Additionally, I have my Sexual Health Certificate and provide sexual health education and communication skills. You can listen to my free podcast at The Sex Positive Podcast on Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts or Spotify.
First Appointment
After our initial phone call consultation and I am able to determine if I am able to assist you with your goals, we will schedule an appointment virtually through Doxy.me. I will email you confirmation of the appointment with this encrypted platform address. I will review confidentiality and its limitations by completing a risk assessment. I will complete an assessment and create a care plan with you so we can achieve your goals in therapy. We will continually review your goals as we go through therapy to make sure we are continuing to progress. My goal is to provide practical tools and strategies to address real life challenges and help you manage your symptoms more effectively.
We will continue to schedule appointments until treatment is completed.
Clients are also welcome to re refer at a later time to refresh their skills and tools.
Payment – At this time I accept only e-transfer for payment.
Please send all payments via e transfer to : [email protected]
You are required to pay for each appointment before the session. Please email me the etransfer 30 minutes before the session.
Late Cancellations – I have a 24 hour notice for the cancellation of an appointment. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged the full rate of the session, including for no-shows. I do offer a one time rate of 50$ for the first missed appt, after this time I do charge the full amount for a no show.
All appointments can be paid by e-transfer. If you need to cancel, please cancel early and pay it forward so I may give that appointment to someone else.
Private Insurance – Please note that psychotherapy and social work are not covered under OHIP.
I am also registered as a provider with Lumino Sun Life Health and Blue Cross Canada. You do have the option to see if your insurance provider will cover some sessions. Most coverage is usually 500$ per calendar year. Please check with your insurance provider what is covered for your specific plan. I will give you a receipt so you may turn it in to your insurance provider for reimbursement.
If you do require OHIP funded therapy, I highly recommend connecting with a community organization or a General Practitioner Psychotherapist through your Family Physician.
Confidentiality Agreement – I will email you our confidentiality agreement to review. Social workers are mandated by our code of ethics which states whatever we discuss is confidential unless there is a threat of harm to self, others, neglect or harm to a child (under 18) or a medical emergency. I do take notes as I go along, which are kept locked and archived for 10 years. You can access your medical information at any time if needed. Please let me know if this is something you require.
Email – I do send email for resources, handouts and general communication. Please send me an email address you feel would be best for these purposes. If you feel someone else would be reviewing your email, please send me the most confidential one you have, or create a new one for our therapeutic time together.
I look forward to hearing from you soon! Send me an email today!
Warmly,
Carrie Anne
