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P.S. - and don’t forget Psychological Services
P.S. - and don’t forget Psychological Services
P.S. - and don’t forget Psychological Services
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P.S. For individuals
We all have times when we need someone to listen to us non judgmentally, and help us find our own answers. Whether it is
- yes, you could struggle with it by yourself, but we can help you to win this struggle.
There are some conditions however that people can not overcome without the professional help of a licensed and experienced psychologist – such as:
If you or someone you care about suffer from any of these problems remember, that relief is possible and help is available. Psychological Services has a licensed psychologist and psychiatrist with 20 years of experience in assessment and treatment of these problems.
P.S. For couples and families
Life is too short to spend it unhappily. We can help you overcome problems like these:
Couple and family therapy sessions are 2 hours long. Please note that psychological services are not covered by OHIP.
P.S. For researchers and students
Psychological Services own a Collective Intelligence Laboratory, which has several major areas of research, published several books and articles since 1997. Find out more on our Lab’s page.
Rates and payment policy
Psychological services are not covered by OHIP, but you might want to check your insurance policy, as it might cover psychological counseling. Please note that most auto insurance policies do cover your psychological assessment and a short treatment if your psychological problems started after a motor vehicle accident. Employment insurance often covers psychological services as well.
Individual therapy and Psychological assessment rates are $110 per hour, taxes included. Family and couple therapy rates are $120 per hour. Each individual therapy session is 1-1.5 hours, family or couple therapy session is 1.5-2 hours. The treatment "hour" is typically 50 minutes allowing 10 minutes from each hour for after-session notes and other services.
A short preliminary intake testing is free of charge and takes about one hour of your additional time during your first visit. A full assessment is often optional, with the rate $110 and usually takes 2-3 meetings. It takes 6 hours of total service as minimum, and often as much as 10 hours of total service, as it requires both extended testing (3-6 hours), initial interview (2-3 hours) and feedback interview (1.5 hour).
You are asked to give 24 hours notice when you cancel an appointment. Late cancellation fee $25 applies for “no show” or for a cancellation less than 24 hours prior the start of the service. A failure to pay your account as agreed may result in the account being sent for collection and this will result in a loss of confidentiality. If services are paid by a third party, the cost of a missed appointment will be billed to them. However, many third parties including the WSIB and most insurance companies do not reimburse for missed therapy appointments. In that event, you will be billed directly.
Payment form could be mailed to: 92 Bowman St., Hamilton, ON. L8S 2T6 or delivered in person during the first visit when you fill out the forms.
Psychological Services has three locations, designed to cover three different regions of South Ontario. The exact location and driving directions are disclosed only to the clients of the Psychological Services. It helps us to keep your visits confidential. For general orientation you could use the following information:
1. Hamilton – Oakville region: the office is located in McMaster University area, West Hamilton. From HW 403 you should turn to Main St. West and drive then for 2 minutes.
2. Haldimand-Norfolk region: the office is located in Cayuga, which could be reached from HWY 6, HWY 54 or HWY 3.
3. Toronto-Mississauga region: the office is located in North York area.
The service can be provided in the home or office of a client, whether is it an individual or corporate client. Extra transportation charges might apply.
What to expect
When you come to Psychological Services for assessment and individual therapy treatment this is what you can expect:
1. One of our mental health professionals will meet you to discuss your situation. You will be asked to complete some forms and questionnaires, which might take an extra hour. Initial testing is free of charge. 2. All sessions are confidential and private. It means we shall make all efforts to avoid your being seeing by other people and letting other people know that you use our services. 3. We will assess your situation and outline a recommended treatment plan. 4. Our treatment recommendations may include between one and 18 sessions of individual, couple, and/or family counseling. 5. If you decide to proceed with treatment, we will schedule a block of sessions and get started right away.
When your organization purchases psychological services for managers or employees, this is what you can expect:
1. One of our mental health professionals will contact you to discuss your order and arrangements for the services. 2. In the case of group therapy conducted within the organization a preliminary visit to the site by our psychologist should be arranged at least a week before the therapy starts. 3. People participating in the non-educational services will be asked to complete some forms and questionnaires, which might take extra time. 4. No smoking, drinking or music should be allowed on the site during any of psychological services. 5. Family and couple therapy sessions usually take 2 hours. Individual therapy sessions take 1-1.5 hours.
Mailing address: 92 Bowman St., Hamilton, ON. L8S 2T6 Phone N: 905-527-0129, 905-772-7218 Fax N: 905-527-5726 E-mail: itrofimova@sympatico.ca
People working at Psychological Services
Dr. Irina Trofimova, B.Sc., Ph.D., C.Psych. - Psychologist Dr. William Sulis, B.Sc., M.A., Ph.D., M.D., FRCPC. - Psychiatrist Ms. Beverley Gordon, B.Sc., M.S.W. (R.S.W.) - Social worker Ms. Natalia Gregory, B.Sc. - Data operator Ms. Esther Jones - Receptionist Ms. Anastasia Trofimova - Computer service and data operator. |