Fees
Counselling & Psychological Therapy Fees:
Counselling and psychological services provided by our Registered Psychologists, Provisional Psychologists, and Social Workers are not covered under Alberta Health Care. However, your private health insurance or employee benefit plan may cover some or all of the costs.
Session Length and Costs:
- Most counselling and therapy sessions are 50 minutes long, with the remaining 10 minutes allocated for administrative such as documentation, scheduling, and session wrap-up.
- Fees follow the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta’s recommended Fee Schedule, currently ranging from $200 to $225 per 50-minute session, except for sessions with our Canadian Certified Counsellor, which are offered at $170 per 50-minute session.
- For specific fee inquiries, please contact Manor Clinic directly.
Insurance Coverage:
- Our clinic can direct bill most insurance companies, including Alberta Blue Cross, Green Shield, Medavie, Canada Life/Great West Life, Claim Secure, Group Source, and Industrial Reliance.
- For Manulife Financial and Sun Life Financial, clients will need to pay upfront and submit for reimbursement.
To find out if your insurance covers psychological services, please contact your provider and ask the following:
- Do I have coverage for mental health services?
- What type of providers are covered (e.g., Registered Psychologist, Registered Provisional Psychologist, Registered Social Worker)?
- What is my coverage limit per session, and how many sessions per year are covered?
- Is a referral from my primary care doctor required?
Sliding Scale Fees:
We are happy to consider sliding scale requests for counselling and psychological services on a case-by-case basis, depending on financial need. Please inquire about eligibility during your initial consultation or contact us to learn more about the application process.
Payment Due at Time of Service:
Payment is required at the end of each session, and clients are responsible for any fees not covered by insurance.
Payment Methods:
We accept the following payment options:
- Cash
- Check (with a $30 administration fee for returned checks)
- Visa, MasterCard, American Express
Psychological Assessment Fees
The cost of psychological assessments varies depending on the type and complexity of the assessment. Common assessments include psychoeducational and diagnostic evaluations for conditions such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, learning disorders, and mental health disorders.
Assessments typically involve multiple sessions and include time for gathering information, standardized testing, and report writing. For instance, some assessments may take between 8 to 16 hours overall, including both direct contact and preparation work.
Contact Manor Clinic for detailed pricing information specific to the type of assessment you need. We aim to provide transparent pricing tailored to each individual case.
Insurance Coverage:
Many insurance plans cover psychological assessments in full or in part. Please check with your insurance provider to determine coverage and reimbursement details for specialized assessments. Manor Clinic can provide the necessary documentation for insurance purposes.
Psychiatric Services Fees
Psychiatric services are generally covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP). Most of the services provided by our psychiatrists fall under AHCIP coverage. However, some uninsured services may not be covered.
Patients will be informed about the cost of uninsured services prior to receiving them, and payment is expected at the time of service.
For more information on uninsured psychiatric services, visit the Alberta Health website here.
Specialized Psychiatric Treatments (TMS and Ketamine) Fees
Manor Clinic provides specialized psychiatric treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Ketamine therapy. These treatments are not covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP).
The cost of these services varies based on the treatment plan. Please contact Manor Clinic for detailed pricing information.
Consultations for Suitability:
Initial consultations with our psychiatrist to determine suitability for TMS or ketamine treatment are covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP), meaning patients do not have to pay for these consultations. A referral from a physician or mental health professional is required to schedule this consultation.
Insurance Coverage:
Depending on your insurance plan, treatments like TMS and ketamine may be covered. Manor Clinic is happy to provide support letters that you can forward to your insurance provider to determine if these treatments will be covered under your plan.
