Fees

Psychological Counselling & Educational Assessments Halifax

Therapy Session Fees:

Our fees are in alignment with the rates set by the Association of Psychologists in Nova Scotia (APNS) for registered psychologists.

• Psychologist fees for Individual Counselling Sessions are $225/hr
• Psychologist fees for Couples or Family Sessions are $245/hr
• Therapist fees for Individual Counselling Sessions are $175/hr
• Therapist fees for Couples or Family Sessions are $190/hr
• Practicum Student fees for all sessions are $25/hr

Payments are accepted in the form of credit card or through e-transfer.

Missed Appointments:
Please note that any appointments missed or cancelled with less than 24 hours (1 business day) notice will be billed to the client at the full rate of the scheduled services. Cancellation notification for a Monday appointment needs to be received by 12pm on Friday.

The Missed Appointments policy is needed due to the loss of paid work time for the psychologist. If the psychologist doesn’t get the opportunity to reschedule, they lose out on potential earnings.

Assessment Services & Fees

At Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based evaluations to help identify learning barriers, attention differences, and cognitive profiles. Below is a transparent breakdown of our assessment fees and what is included in each process.

1. ADHD Evaluation

Specialized testing focusing on focus, executive functioning, attention, and working memory.

• Total Fee: $2,625 (Maximum payment based on up to 11 hours of clinical work)

• Material Fee: Included

What’s Included in the 10 Hours:

• Initial Intake: 1-hour initial parent/client interview to gather history.

• Collateral Information: Designated for a teacher or observer interview.

• Direct Testing: Individual, one-on-one testing with the child or student.

• Clinical Analysis: Comprehensive data scoring and interpretation.

• Report Generation: Dedicated clinical report writing.

• Results & Roadmap: 1-hour feedback meeting to review the comprehensive results and tailored recommendations with the parents/client.

2. Comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessment

Deep dives into memory, processing speed, verbal reasoning, and academic achievement to secure official accommodations.

• Total Fee: $3,525 (Maximum payment based on up to 15 hours of clinical work)

• Material Fee: Included

What’s Included in the 15 Hours:

• Initial Intake: 1-hour initial parent/client interview to map out academic history.

• Collateral Information: Designated for a teacher or observer interview.

• Direct Testing: Extensive, individual testing with the child or student.

• Clinical Analysis: Comprehensive data scoring and diagnostic interpretation.

• Report Generation: Dedicated clinical report writing to meet the strict standards of universities and licensing boards.

• Results & Roadmap: 1-hour feedback meeting to present the comprehensive diagnostic report and clear academic roadmap.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fees

Are assessment fees covered by private health insurance?

Many extended health insurance plans cover psychological assessments partially or fully under “Psychological Services.” We encourage you to contact your insurance provider directly to confirm your specific coverage limits for psychological evaluations.

How do I book an assessment?

Our intake for spring and summer assessment blocks is currently open for children, youth, and adult students up to age 30. You can request an intake appointment directly online through our Contact page.

Rates for Workshops & Public Speaking services vary.

Psychological and counselling services are not covered by provincial health insurance, but may be covered through private insurance plans. Clients with such insurance may be able to be reimbursed for some of the costs of psychological services. Clients are responsible for checking and understanding the details of their own policy to ensure the limits of their coverage. Please note that insurance policies will often require a physician’s referral to reimburse psychological services.

Psychological services are tax deductible, so keep your receipts for your yearly taxes.

Direct billing is available for most major insurance providers.