Do I need a referral?

A referral is not required to receive psychological services from Vue Psychology.

Are services covered by extended health benefits?

Most extended health care providers cover a portion of services provided by Registered Psychologists. It is best to contact your insurance provider to confirm your coverage amount.
Fees for psychological services may be claimed under tax deductible health care expenses on your income tax return.

How much does it cost?

Fees as of January 1, 2022:

Individual Therapy (50 minutes) $240.00

Child/Adolescent Therapy (50 minutes) $240.00

Parent Counselling (50 minutes) $240.00

Couples Therapy (75 minutes) $360.00

*Session fees include the time it takes for Vue Psychology to prepare for your session, to update your file, and to maintain your client record.

What methods of payment do you accept?

Vue Psychology accepts cash, e-Transfer and credit cards.

How long are the sessions?

Individual Sessions are 50 minutes in length (unless otherwise discussed).
Parent Counselling Sessions are 50 minutes in length (unless otherwise discussed)

How many sessions will I need?

When starting counselling, most people attend sessions once per week, or once every two weeks. However, frequency of sessions is based largely on your needs and situation and it is up to you to decide how frequently you would like to attend therapy. You have the right to withdraw from therapy at any time.

What if I am in immediate help?

Vue Psychology does not provide emergency crisis services or 24/7 support. If you are in crisis, it is your responsibility to access community crisis supports. If your life or safety is in danger phone 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Additional Resources:

Alberta:

Distress Centre Calgary (24-hour crisis phone support) 403-266-HELP (4357)
Mental Health Help Line (all ages – 24 hour) Phone: 1-877-303-2642
Addiction Help Line (all ages – 24 hour) Phone: 1-866-332-2322
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line (all ages – 24 hour) Phone: 1-855-242-3310
Indian Residential School Survivors Society (24 hours crisis support) 1-800-721-0066
ConnectTeen (24-hour support for teens) 403-264-8336 or text 587-333-2724
Kids Help phone (24-hour support for kids and teens) 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868
Trans Lifeline (peer support) 1-877-330-6366
Family Acceptance Project® LGBTQ YOUTH & FAMILY RESOURCES www.lgbtqfamilyacceptance.org
Community Resource Team (24-hour crisis support for families) 403-299-9699

British Columbia:

BC Crisis Centre (24-hour crisis phone support) 1-800-784-2433
Youth In BC 1-866-661-3311 youthinbc.com online chat noon to 1am)
Kids Help phone (24-hour support for kids and teens) 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868
Trans Lifeline (peer support) 1-877-330-6366
Family Acceptance Project® LGBTQ YOUTH & FAMILY RESOURCES www.lgbtqfamilyacceptance.org
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line (all ages – 24 hour) Phone: 1-855-242-3310
Indian Residential School Survivors Society (24 hours crisis support) 1-800-721-0066

FAQs Child and Adolescent Therapy

Do I need a referral?

A referral is not required to receive psychological services from Vue Psychology.

What will the first session be like?

The first session is usually spent with the parents/guardians to discuss current concerns and gather necessary background information. Depending on the age of the child/youth this information will be shared in a developmentally appropriate manner to seek their perspective on the current situation.
If this is your first time booking a individual session for your child or adolescent Please select Child and Adolescent Therapy -Intake Session when booking.

Do both parents/guardians need to attend the individual session?

No. One parent/guardian can attend on their own. If parents/guardians are separated or divorced a copy of the court order highlighting parental rights is needed. This is to ensure a court order is not in place that specifically addresses or impacts the issue of consent for a minor.

How many sessions will my child/youth need?

The amount of sessions varies from child to child and is dependent upon many factors. Families determine the frequency of sessions and have the right to withdraw from therapy at any time without prejudice.

How much information will be shared with me about my child/youth’s session?

Trust is important for establishing an effective therapeutic relationship and keeping your child/youth engaged in therapy. This means that not every detail of their session will be shared with you. However, there are limits to confidentiality that will be discussed in the first session and in these cases, information will be immediately communicated to the parents/guardians.

Are you able to communicate with my child’s daycare/preschool/school to help them understand my child better?

Yes, with a signed release of information form, Vue Psychology is able to communicate with any other service providers involved in the care of your child/youth.