Private Insurance Coverage for Counselling, Psychotherapy & Psychology Services
Whether you have private health insurance, extended health benefits through your employer, or an individual insurance plan, Better Life Counselling Center (BLCC) can help you access professional mental health services using your available coverage.
Our multidisciplinary team includes Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Social Workers, Psychologists, and supervised clinicians, allowing us to match you with a clinician whose designation aligns with your insurance benefits whenever possible.
If your insurance plan provides coverage for psychotherapy, psychology, counselling, or clinical social work, our team can help you maximize your benefits while receiving high-quality, evidence-based care.
Mental Health Services Covered by Private Insurance
Better Life Counselling Center (BLCC) offers a comprehensive range of mental health services that may be eligible for reimbursement through many extended health insurance plans. Coverage varies depending on your individual policy and the professional designation covered under your benefits.
| Individual & Assessment Services | Couples, Family & Specialized Services |
|---|---|
| Individual Psychotherapy | Couples & Marriage Counselling |
| Individual Counselling | Family Therapy |
| Psychology Services | Child & Youth Counselling |
| Clinical Social Work | Parenting Support |
| Mental Health Assessments | Relationship Counselling |
| Psychological Assessments* | Trauma & PTSD Therapy |
| Virtual Therapy | Anxiety, Depression & Stress Management |
| In-Person Therapy | Grief, Burnout & Life Transitions |
*Psychological assessments are available when provided by a Registered Psychologist and where covered by your insurance plan.
Which Type of Mental Health Coverage Does Your Insurance Plan Include?
Many extended health benefit plans provide coverage for services delivered by one or more of the following regulated mental health professionals:
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Many workplace and private insurance plans include coverage for counselling and psychotherapy services provided by a Registered Psychotherapist.
Registered Social Worker (RSW/MSW)
Many insurance providers reimburse mental health services delivered by a Registered Social Worker (RSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW).
Registered Psychologist (C.Psych.)
Some extended health plans specifically provide coverage for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment delivered by a Registered Psychologist.
Not Sure Which Provider Your Plan Covers?
At Better Life Counselling Center (BLCC), our multidisciplinary team includes Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychologists, and supervised clinicians, allowing us to match you with the clinician whose professional designation best aligns with your insurance coverage whenever possible. Whether your benefits cover psychotherapy, social work, or psychology services, we’ll help you maximize your mental health benefits while connecting you with the clinician best suited to your needs.
Insurance Companies We Commonly Work With
Better Life Counselling Center regularly assists clients who are covered by many of Canada’s leading private insurance providers. Coverage varies by individual plan and employer, so we recommend reviewing your extended health benefits or contacting your insurer before your first appointment.
We regularly assist clients with plans through:
- Sun Life
- Manulife
- Canada Life
- GreenShield
- Blue Cross
- Desjardins Insurance
- …and many more.
How Insurance Reimbursement Works
At Better Life Counselling Center (BLCC), we strive to make the reimbursement process as straightforward as possible. While coverage and reimbursement procedures vary by insurance provider and individual benefit plan, the process generally follows these steps:
- Schedule Your Appointment
Book an appointment with one of our mental health professionals. - Be Matched with the Appropriate Clinician
When possible, we will match you with a clinician whose professional designation aligns with your extended health insurance coverage. - Attend Your Appointment
Receive confidential, evidence-based mental health care tailored to your individual needs. - Receive Your Official Receipt
Following your appointment, you will receive a detailed receipt containing the information typically required for insurance reimbursement. - Submit Your Claim
Submit your receipt to your insurance provider in accordance with your plan’s claims process. Reimbursement timelines and coverage amounts vary depending on your insurer and individual policy.
Please note: Better Life Counselling Center (BLCC) does not determine insurance eligibility or reimbursement amounts. We recommend confirming your mental health benefits, eligible provider designation (e.g., Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Worker, or Registered Psychologist), annual coverage limits, and any referral requirements directly with your insurance provider before your first appointment.
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Appointments are available in person and online, or you can call us at 647-726-2999.