FAQ
What services do you offer?
We offer both individual and couples counselling.
WHAT ARE THE MAIN AREAS OF FOCUS?
Anxiety Depression Divorce Grief and Loss Life Transitions Relationship Issues Stress Spiritual Abuse Trauma
DO I HAVE TO BOOK A CONSULTATION?
Yes, this provides you and the team a chance to talk and determine which therapist is the best fit for you and your needs. During this call, you can be plugged into an Initial Session so you can start your therapy journey. If you’d like to wait and think about it, you’re welcome to book an Initial Session through the Jane booking platform at a later date.
How do I pay?
We use “Jane” as our booking page, so once you book a session there is a spot where you can plug in your credit card information, which is stored through Stripe. Please note: Our team has no access to your credit card details. Once your session is complete “Jane” bills your credit card and sends you a receipt. Bending Tree Counselling accepts E-Transfers to peter@bendingtree.ca or payment by Credit Card. If you decide to use e-transfer instead of credit card, payment is expected before the beginning of the session, and at the end of the session, we will send you a digital receipt for the session.
WHAT ARE THE TEAMS CURRENT RATES?
Peter: $150 + HST - Per 50 min session for phone, video or in-person sessions. Angela: $125 + HST - Per 50 min session for phone or video sessions Reduced fee sessions are available. Please discuss this with your therapist further to determine whether there are any reduced fee spots available.
WHAT ARE THE TEAMS CURRENT QUALIFICATIONS?
Peter has a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. He is also a trained EMDR therapist. Angela graduated from the Toronto Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling Education. She is also a certified Prepare & Enrich Premarital Facilitator.
Does Peter accept insurance?
Peter is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). He is licensed to provide psychotherapy services. A digital receipt is provided to you, which can be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Please contact your provider directly and confirm coverage for a Registered Psychotherapist. Peter’s CRPO Registration #:11838 Peter’s CCPA Registration #:10004795 Third party billing is currently unavailable.
Does Angela accept insurance?
Angela is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and is licensed to provide psychotherapy services. A digital receipt is provided to you, which can be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Please contact your provider directly and confirm coverage for a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Angela’s CRPO Registration #:13761 Third party billing is currently unavailable.
How does virtual counselling work?
We use Jane, a secure and encrypted online counselling platform. Some people are worried that virtual counselling is not as effective as in person counselling, and though there are some tactile therapeutic approaches that do not work virtually, our clients have found that virtual therapy is equally as effective, and even more accessible than services in person. If you have any questions or concerns about doing virtual sessions versus in person, please do not hesitate to reach out to us through the "Get In Touch" page. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.