Mindful Path Counselling
Rates & Policies
Therapy Rates
Individual Therapy
Licensed Therapist: $90-220+
Intern: 75+
Couples/Relationship(s)/Family Therapy
Licensed Therapist: $150-240+
Intern: $95+
*Prior to your first couples/relationship(s) session, both partners will be required to complete the Gottman Connect assessment (one time fee of $62)
Post-Secondary Students
Licensed Therapist: $70+
Intern: $45+
Cancellation Policy
Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. You can modify your appointment by emailing us at info@mindfulpathcounselling.ca or by contacting your therapist directly. If you are trying to cancel your appointment with less than 24 hours; notice, you will not be able to cancel on Jane. Please reach out to info@mindfulpathcounselling.ca.
Late cancellations or missed appointments will result in a charge equivalent to 50% of the session fee.
Late Cancellations
No Shows
Exceptions To The Policy
Insurance-Related Information
We have compiled other relevant information related to therapy below. If you still have questions, we welcome you to get in touch with us!
Private Insurance & Extended Health Insurance Coverage
If you have private health insurance we recommend you contact your insurance provider before your first appointment. You can also check your extended plan to see if there is any mention of counselling being covered by an RSW (Registered Social Worker), by a professional who holds a Master of Social Work degree (MSW), or by a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) who holds a Master of Counselling Psychology degree (MACP).
Your insurance company might ask for verification that a social worker is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSSSW) and/or a psychotherapist is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) which is information that can be located http://www.ocswssw.org/members/online-register/ or http://www.crpo.ca.
Victim Quick Response Program (VQRP)
Once the interested client has selected an approved provider with VQRP then the funding is approved. The approved funding is emailed to billing@mindfulpathcounselling.ca and we create a chart. It is the interested clients responsibility to contact our office to get started and can be done through the website, email, phone call, or text message.
Funding with VQRP can only be used by the individual the funding is approved for.
Creditcard is required on your account to proceed with services regardless of approved for funding.
*Special Note*
For child/youth services where the child/youth has VQRP funding. As part of our policies at MPC 1. Anyone under the age of 16 is required to get started with a parent/guardian(s) appointment where the adult individual attends the session first with the selected therapist. This is a paid for session not covered by VQRP and billed to the parent. Should the parent/guardian(s) not have private health insurance coverage they are responsible to pay for the service out of pocket. Next, the therapist will schedule a child/youth/parent appointment. Since the child/youth is in attendance of the session we can bill VQRP 50% of the session fee and the other 50% would be responsible to be paid for by the parent/guardian(s).
Any questions related to this policy can be emailed to info@mindfulpathcounselling.ca.
ICE Program
What Is the ICE Program?
The Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Counselling Program provides funding for short-term counselling to children and youth who have experienced internet sexual exploitation, as well as immediate family members who have been impacted.
The program is designed to provide timely access to counselling by helping eligible clients connect with an approved therapist in their area and by directly covering the cost of approved counselling sessions. Counselling focuses on supporting recovery from victimization and strengthening coping skills.
Funding limits are determined by whether the individual is:
- The direct victim, or
- An immediate family member
How the ICE Counselling Process Works at Mindful Path Counselling
Eligibility & Approval
Eligibility is determined by the ICE Program. Once funding is approved, the client selects an ICE-approved provider.
Once a provider is selected:
- ICE funding approval is emailed to billing@
mindfulpathcounselling.ca - Our team creates a client chart
- Our administrative team will reach out directly to the approved individual or the parent/guardian to get started
Getting Started
To begin services or ask questions, please contact:
Email: info@
Phone/Text: (226) 208-2722
We will assist with intake paperwork and confirm appointment details before the first session.
Use of ICE Funding
- ICE funding can only be used by the individual it is approved for
- Funding cannot be transferred to another person
- ICE funding is intended for short-term counselling support
Billing, Credit Card & Attendance Policies
- A credit card is required on file to proceed with services, even when ICE funding is approved
- ICE funding does not cover missed appointments or late cancellations
- Late cancellations (less than 24 hours’ notice) and no-shows will be billed to the credit card on file
A no-show is defined as not attending or contacting the office within the first 15 minutes of the scheduled appointment.
Important Policy for Children & Youth Under 16
For child and youth clients under the age of 16 who have ICE funding, the following policies apply:
- Initial Parent/Guardian Session
- A parent or guardian must attend the first appointment without the child present
- This session is not covered by ICE funding
- The session is billed directly to the parent/guardian
- If the parent/guardian does not have private insurance or ICE funding of their own, payment is the parent’s responsibility
- Joint Child/Youth & Parent Sessions
- After the initial session, the therapist will schedule a session involving the child/youth and parent/guardian
- Because the child/youth is in attendance:
- 50% of the session fee will be billed to the ICE Program
- 50% of the session fee is the responsibility of the parent/guardian
- Attendance Confirmation Requirement
- After each ICE-funded session, the parent/guardian will receive an email confirmation request from our billing coordinator (billing@
mindfulpathcounselling.ca) - If the confirmation email is not responded to, ICE funding cannot be applied
- In this case, the full session fee will be charged to the parent/guardian’s credit card on file
- After each ICE-funded session, the parent/guardian will receive an email confirmation request from our billing coordinator (billing@
Direct Billing
Direct billing can be done with BlueCross/Blueshield, Greenshield, Veterans Affairs, Jordan’s Principal, College of Massage Therapist (CMTO), VQRP+, Sunlife, ICE, and Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB). Should you have a different insurance provider you can submit your electronic receipt to your provider for reimbursement as long as your benefits approve RSW or RP.
Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB)
If you have First Nations and/or Inuit status you, and your family members, may be covered for individual, family, and group counselling sessions.
Every twelve months, an eligible client(s) can receive up to twenty-two (22) hours of counselling performed by an approved provider, a Social Worker, or a Psychotherapist on a fee-for-service basis. Additional hours may be considered on a case-by-case basis in the same twelve (12) months may be provided.
Tax Claims If You Don't Have Insurance
If you don’t have coverage for therapy as a student or through your extended health care plan, you can submit your receipts as medical expenses. After paying for your session, a registered receipt will be emailed to you that will contain all the information required for such tax claims.
Please see the CRA website for more information.
FAQS & Other Resources
Why should I speak to a therapist instead of a friend?
Speaking to a therapist rather than a friend offers several advantages. Therapists are trained professionals who bring extra benefits to the conversation, including expertise in mental health and effective therapeutic techniques. We offer objectivity and maintain strict confidentiality, ensuring that your personal information remains secure. It’s our job and passion to prioritize your well-being, and we focus on providing a welcoming space where you can express yourself openly without fear of judgment.
How do I know when its time to speak to a therapist?
You can come to therapy anytime; you don’t need to wait until there’s a big issue. Sometimes it’s just nice to offload and share what’s going on in your life with a neutral person! If you are dealing with:
- Not feeling like yourself
- A change in your thoughts, patterns, emotions, and behaviours
- Big life changes, events, or transitions
- Challenges and/or suffering in your relationship(s)
- A loss of interest in hobbies or things that you used to find joy in before
We will sit with you, listen, and offer guidance to help you sort through it.
How do I know if my therapist is a good fit?
We offer a free 15-minute consultation call with up to two providers so you have the opportunity to connect, ask questions, and determine if the provider you selected is a good fit based on your needs. Signs if it’s a good fit: you feel comfortable speaking openly with the provider, your sessions are productive, they provide you with constructive and helpful feedback, and you feel motivated to attend your therapy appointments.
How do I prepare for my first session?
For the first session you need to complete all intake paperwork. Sometimes it can be helpful to bring a pen and paper to your appointment to take notes, and be prepared to be asked a lot of questions, explore your thoughts, needs, and emotions. It can be helpful to write down specific topics or themes you wish to discuss in the appointment. Keep an open mind!
For phone appointments or virtual video appointments, make sure your phone, tablet, or laptop is in good working condition. Check that your camera and microphone are functioning properly. Install any necessary software or updates in advance. Choose a confidential and quiet space for the session and make sure your device is charged to prevent disruptions.
Will my therapy session by confidential?
Clients have a right to privacy, and one of the perks of going to therapy is that what they share with their therapist stays with the therapist. This means that we do not share your personal information or details of our sessions with anyone else, and any documentation related to our work together is stored in a secure online platform.
However, as therapists, we do have certain limitations, with the following exceptions, we would not be able to ensure confidentiality:
- If you present a risk of physical harm to yourself or others, we are obligated to notify the appropriate parties.
- If there is a suspected case of child neglect or abuse, we have a duty to report to Family and Children’s Services.
- If clinical records are subpoenaed through a court order.
- If a presenting issue is beyond our scope of practice, we may seek clinical supervision/consultation. However, in this instance, your personal information would remain anonymous as we would continue to ensure your privacy.
- To report misconduct of a professional within our own governing body.
**Please note that in all instances, we will do our very best to have a conversation with you about our concerns before any action is taken.
How do I close my file with you? When will my file be closed?
It is sad sometimes but counselling does come to an end. While your file may be closed because you have met your counselling goals and have determined that you no longer require services, there are other reasons for file closure, as well.
Outstanding Payment
If we have not received payment for a session, we may close a client’s file and discontinue services. This file can be reopened and services can continue upon receipt of payment.
Lack of Contact
As we often have a waitlist, we want to ensure that clients are able to access services in a timely fashion. Therefore, if we have not heard from you in one (1) month, we will close your file. You are welcome to reconnect and request services again; however, we cannot guarantee availability and you may be placed on a waitlist.
Inconsistent Attendance
Counselling is a commitment to both yourself and your Social Worker/Psychotherapist. This means that consistency is important to achieving the goals that you are working towards. Therefore, if there are frequent cancellations or “no shows,” it may be an indicator that it is not the right time to pursue counselling.
Client Records
We will ensure that each client record is stored and preserved in a secure location for at least seven (7) years from the date of the last entry or, if the client was less than eighteen years of age at the date of the last entry, at least seven years from the day the client became or would have become eighteen. These regulations are in line with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and we are required by law to abide by them.
Mindful Path Counselling
How You Get Started
If you’re ready to get started, we’d love to hear from you! You can send us a message or call us. We will answer any questions you have and book you in for an appointment or free consultation.
You can also book online using the button below. Please note that not all of our therapists can be booked online.
Call Us (General)
226-208-2722
Email Us
info@mindfulpathcounselling.ca
If you have questions about therapy, our services, or anything else, send us a message! We’d love to hear from you.
