Counselling Rates

It depends. Prior to contacting us, please check the following with your plan provider:

• What credentials does your counsellor or therapist need to have in order for you to receive coverage? E.g. Registered Psychologist, Registered Social Worker, or Registered Clinical Counsellor.)
• What’s the extent of your plan’s coverage? Benefit plans usually list a maximum dollar amount per year along with a maximum dollar amount or percentage covered per session. 

Having this information prior to the intake will allow us to match you with the appropriate therapist and make the process as timely as possible.

We ask that clients pay for their sessions directly. We will then issue a receipt, which you may submit to your provider for reimbursement. We are unable to bill your provider directly.

We understand that not everyone has the financial means to access the help they need. While we’re unable to offer counselling sessions for free, we’re pleased to offer an income-based subsidy program (also known as a sliding scale fee structure). Learn more about the subsidy application process.

We’re always happy to collaborate with you and third-party funders. If your counselling fees are covered by parties other than your Extended Health benefits such as WorkSafeBC, ICBC, Healthcare Benefit Trust, your employer, or other supporting organizations, Burnaby Counselling Group requires a contract from your provider prior to scheduling your first appointment.

Your contract should include the following information:

• Client’s first and last name
• Organization name (billable to)
• Contact name and number (person responsible for the contract)
• Billing amount and number of sessions (e.g. $140/hour for 4 sessions)
• Name of counsellor or therapist and credentials