Rates
Psychological counselling sessions are billed in 45-50 minute increments.*
*Based on appropriateness, if additional session time is required, session
time is billed in 15 minute increments. Such appointments require
advanced scheduling..
Psychological assessments are billed by the number of hours required for
interview, review of clinical information, psychological testing, time
required for collateral contacts, writing the report, and debriefing of the
report.
Please call Dr. Jawed to inquire regarding rates for psychological
assessment as well as counselling.
Phone/e-mail queries about services are returned on the same day.
Appointments can be offered within five business days.
Insurance
Services are not covered by Alberta Health Services, however psychological
services may be covered in full or in part by your extended health insurance
plan. Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following
questions:
- Do I have mental health insurance benefits?
- What is my deductible and has it been met?
- How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
- What is the coverage amount per therapy session
- Is approval required from my primary care physician?
Psychological expenses are also considered tax deductible medical expenses.
Reduced Fee/Sliding Scale
Reduced fee services and sliding scales are available on a limited basis.
Payment
Cash, cheque, and all major credit cards are accepted for payment.
Payments are made at the end of each counselling session. Upon
payment, a receipt will be provided to you. Based on the terms of your
health policy, you may submit such receipts to your insurance carrier for
reimbursement.
Estimates for psychological assessments are provided during the initial
consult. A retainer may be required at your first psychological
assessment appointment. Invoices for assessments will be provided at the
debriefing appointment upon completion of the assessment. At this time, the
balance owing will be due.
Cancellation/No show policy
Attendance at scheduled sessions is a measure of investment in goals of both
the therapist and the client. Research suggest that those who are
motivated and participate in their therapy are more likely to view therapy
as beneficial and make positive treatment gains.
Further, when an appointment is booked, that time is specifically kept aside
for you and we do not double book appointments. Therefore, keeping these
factors in mind, Odyssey Psychological Assessment and Counselling Centre has
a 48-hour cancellation policy. Barring any emergencies, a 48-hour
cancellation policy applies. If an appointment is not cancelled within
the notice period, the time will be billed at the session time
reserved. Please note, most insurance companies do not generally
reimburse the cost of such late cancelled or missed appointments and
therefore the invoice will be your responsibility. Thank you for your
understanding and cooperation in the this process.
Schedule Online
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Contact
Questions? Please
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for further information.