I am honoured to be your compass as you navigate through life’s uncharted waters. Here’s how we can dive in:
INDIVIDUAL SESSION
50-minute INITIAL INTAKE session CAD$ 250 (+GST)
This is our icebreaker session. Here we learn from each other about what brought you to counselling and how I can help you get to where you want to be.
REGULAR 50-minute session CAD$ 225 (+GST)
FEELING LIKE YOU HAVE A LOT MORE TO SHARE AND PROCESS?
I totally got you! Sometimes 50 minutes feels too short and you don’t want to feel rushed either, which is exactly why I offer longer sessions. Which one fits you better?
75-min sessions CAD$ 330 (+GST)
90-min sessions CAD$ 375 (+GST)
The fees displayed above covers:
the cost of the session | correspondence in-between sessions | professional certification research and preparation for the session | continuing professional education | any other business operation costs.
THE FINE PRINT
[Yes, this is the boring part. But it has to be said.]
PAYMENT
BOOKING A SESSION:
A booking deposit of CAD 150 is required to secure a spot. The remainder will be charged later.
WHEN TO PAY:
Fees are due before the start of each session
HOW TO PAY:
Via e-transfer to info@nitaagustincounselling.com OR
any credit cards (subject to 3% surcharge)
CANCELLATION POLICY
Session cancellations with more than 48-hour notice
will not be charged.
Cancellation less than 48 hours of your scheduled appointment, you will be charged $150
Cancellation less than 24 hours or without notice will be charged at the full rate.
REFUND: All refunds are subject to a $40 administrative processing fee.
***There’s always exception to the rule, of course. I get it, life happens, and if there’s any extenuating circumstanceswe will talk about it on a case by case basis.
INSURANCE COVERAGE
Counselling services are not covered under the BC Medical Services Plan. However, some extended benefits plans cover services provided by a counsellor with Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) designations.
Coverage amounts vary, depending on your plan, so check with your insurance provider before your first visit. If your extended health benefits do not cover RCC or CCC services, it is worth inquiring if coverage for counselling could be issued in lieu of psychologists or other health benefits.
The following plans are known to provide coverage for counselling services by an RCC practitioner:
Great West Life | Pacific Blue Cross | Sunlife Insurance | Sure Health | Green Shield Insurance
DIRECT BILLING
At this time, I do not offer direct billing to your insurance provider. If you require a receipt to submit to your provider, one will be provided.
SOCIAL MEDIA
I’m fairly active on social media, especially Instagram. As a Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) in BC, I am required to have a social media policy. So, here’s a thing or two worth noting if and when you come across my social media profile.
As a BIPOC counsellor, I use social media to share thoughts and insights surrounding my practise. Sometimes I also shared behind-the-scenes activities and take inspiration from my personal and professional life, anything and everything under the sun. My goal is to share, educate, and connect with the public.
***CAVEAT: While I welcome you to follow my profile, I cannot follow your profile back or accept any friend request from any former or current clients on any social media sites (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Tiktok). The reason being, following or adding clients as friends on these sites can potentially compromise our confidentiality. It may also blur the boundary of our therapeutic relationship, which won’t be good for both of us. If you follow me, I welcome you to peruse, share, and comment on my content. I trust you to practise your own due diligence in sharing however much response as you feel comfortable sharing
What a former client has to share about your BIPOC counsellor...
“Nita is a very understanding and patient BIPOC counsellor. Prior to seeing her, I have had multiple counsellors throughout my school years to help me handle my depression, anxiety and childhood trauma. When I left school, I was worried about not being able to find someone who could help me continue my journey. However, meeting Nita not only proved my worries unnecessary, but also introduced me to new methods of handling my emotions while encouraging me to explore new perspectives to look at my past experiences. Despite only seeing Nita during a limited time in the sessions, I will make use of what I learned from her for the rest of my life” -CC-
“vulnerability is …
the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity.
It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity.
If we want greater clarity in our purpose, or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the path.”
— Brene Brown —
We acknowledge that as a BIPOC counsellor, Nita Agustin Counselling in Burnaby operates on the traditional, ancestral and unceded ancestral and unceded homelands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh speaking peoples and are grateful to be on this territory.