ASPIRE

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been demonstrated to be an effective clinical treatment for anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders. In the field of women's mental health it has been demonstrated to help women improve their symptom management, self efficacy, and assertive communication skills. CBT is a goal focused, strength based approach which works with the client to build coping skills and alter unhelpful beliefs in everyday experiences. CBT has been shown to be effective in treating perimenopausal concerns including, but not limited to: depression, mood swings, and managing hot flashes. 

No treatment, physical or cognitive is ever guaranteed. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been proven to be a long lasting beneficial treatment for most people experiencing a range of cognitive concerns including: depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. It has been researched in thousands of peer review, and systematic articles since the 1970's when it first became wide spread. In some studies CBT has demonstrated similar effectiveness to anti-depressant medications, with longer lasting effects. However, the benefits of CBT are case specific and depend on a range of factors including client willingness to participate in joint action planning, as well as factors outside of the client's control such as genetic pre-disposition. 

Aspire is a fully virtual clinic which provides services to clients residing in Ontario, Canada. 

I use a secure platform that meets the requirements of both the  Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and  Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA) to ensure your information is confidential and secure. 

That being said virtual health services always run the risk of data security issues. Please consider your risk tolerance regarding possible data leaks prior to accepting virtual care.

The short answer is: it depends. Although Registered Nurses in the province of Ontario are able to provide psychotherapy under the  Regulated Health Professions Act  not all insurance companies and plans recognize Registered Nurse Psychotherapists. I recommend you discuss your insurance policy directly with your insurance company prior to beginning treatment. 

Yes! I am pleased to offer sliding scale rates; so that more people can benefit from my services.
Sliding scale rates are based off of household income and range from $90 - $170/ hour. If you are interested please let me know during our initial consultation call. All prices will be adjusted appropriately.