The Trio Psychology Blog
A Little Bit About Psychology, Dogs and Me
Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? There are some myths out there about what these two terms mean, so here is an explanation of what makes these personality types different. Extraverts get their energy from being around other people, from being actively involved in...
Simon
In October 2014, we took in a foster dog that needed a home. He had been living in a rural community in Alberta, and had been on his own for some time. When I brought Simon home he was scared, hungry, and unsure about being around people, being indoors, and having...
Fostering Animals
I have volunteered in animal rescue for several years now, and have learned that there is always a need for foster homes. We have fostered a few times, however we have a dog who is dog-aggressive, so we cannot do it too often. If you are in a situation where you can...
Self Care
We all get busy with our lives and often forget that we need to take care of ourselves on a regular basis. By caring for both mind and body, we are better able to handle stress and cope with different life events. This is especially true at busy times of the year, or...
Communication Skills
Communication is often a topic of discussion, as it is a major factor in all relationships. When effective communication is used, relationships at work, home, and personal life can improve. The connection that a person has to other people deepens through the use of...
Anti-Anxiety Drugs Could Raise Risk of Alzheimers
This article from September 10, 2014 explains how a study that was published in the British Medical Journal found that the long-term use of some anxiety and insomnia medications may increase a person’s risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease later on in life. The use...
Questions on Counselling
How do I know if I need counselling?
Sometimes we need to seek help from a trained professional to work through problems that we are encountering. You may need counselling if:
- you are feeling overwhelmed, and your problems do not seem to improve despite your best efforts
- you are having difficulties in your relationships
- it is difficult to carry out your daily routine, performance at work is affected, relationships are strained, or you are not feeling like you are coping effectively
- You are using alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex, or other means that are negatively affecting your life
- You feel unhappy or hopeless
What can I expect in a first session?
During the first session, paperwork is completed as well as a functional assessment. I will ask about your concerns and what has brought you to therapy. Once all information has been gathered, goals for therapy and a treatment plan can be discussed.
How do I know if it’s the right fit for me?
You should feel comfortable with your psychologist and be able to discuss personal information. It is important to have a good rapport with your psychologist and feel at ease with him/her.
In order to determine if we are a good fit for each other, I offer a free 20 minute consultation.
How long are sessions?
Sessions are 60 minutes in length, which includes admin time (i.e. payment, booking next appointments, etc). Longer sessions may be arranged in 15 minute segments.
How many sessions are required?
Therapy is individual to each person and the amount of time required is dependant on several factors. Some of these factors include the nature of the concerns brought to therapy, complexity of the issues, amount of work completed outside of sessions, and motivation to change.
What is the cost?
The Fee Schedule recommended by the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta is a guideline for setting fees for services. My fees are set using this schedule as a guideline. You can access this fee schedule on the Psychologists’ Association website at www.psychologistsassociation.ab.ca.
My fee for individual sessions is $220/hour.
Alberta Health Care does not cover the cost of psychological services. However, I will issue a receipt for fees paid, and if you have an insurance plan, this may be submitted to your insurance company for full or partial re-imbursement.
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