My fee is $220.00 per 50-minute hour as per the recommendations of the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta. At times, I have sliding scale spots where the session fee is a lower rate for a limited number of sessions; there is currently one spot available.

The rate is $55.00 per 15 minutes for report writing, consultation with physicians or other specialists, or other administration requests outside of your regular treatment hour.

E-Transfers are the preferred payment method.

A credit card must be placed on your file to book a session. Credit cards are only used for overdue payments and applicable credit card fees apply.

Insurance

I am usually able to direct bill to some insurance companies including:

• Medavie Blue Cross (Canadian Armed Forces, RCMP, and Veterans)

• Alberta Blue Cross

• Green Shield Canada

• ARTA - Green Shield Canada

• SSQ Insurance

• Empire Life

• *Ask Dr. Friesen if your insurance company is not listed here.

  **Let Dr. Friesen know if you would like direct billing and she will send you a consent form to gain authorization.

What if I can’t afford the fee?

I want to ensure that therapy is accessible. It is also important that psychologists, as specialists (like psychiatrists or neurologists, etc.), are compensated for their years of training and expertise.

With that in mind, don’t let that stop you from reaching out. I have sliding scale options at times and if not, I’ll provide you with referrals to places with lower fees. Some places have student therapists under supervision of a registered psychologist who can also offer lower fees. Let me know how I can support you!

Hopefully in the future, psychological services can be covered by more insurance or public health. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health and each impacts the other.