Frequently Asked Questions
What primary services do you offer?
As a registered social worker, I offer individual counselling from a foundation of empathy, care and relationship.
What are your approaches to counselling?
I have certifications in Narrative Therapy, as well as Observed and Experiential Integration (OEI).
I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as Person-Centered therapy.
What are the rates of your services?
Initial consultations are free; they are 30 min introductions and are meant to get a feel for the counselling relationship.
Counselling sessions are $160/hour.
Extended health benefits regularly cover mental health support (check with your provider for details of your coverage – I do not bill providers directly).
There are also available funds to support the mental health and healing of Indigenous community members.
What type of client do you work with?
I work with people managing a wide variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, symptoms of trauma, low self-esteem, burn out, and identity/self-esteem issues, for example.
I am particularly interested in supporting members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community as well as those who identify as Indigenous.
What are your qualifications?
I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Masters of Social Work (MSW) .
When submitting a receipt to your benefits, you may need my registration number (09626).
How do I book a session?
To set up a consultation session, email me directly at jendustincounselling@gmail.com
Ongoing clients can book sessions via the “book a session” button at the top of the home page – this will take you to the Jane booking platform.
Do you offer online/telephone sessions?
At the moment, all sessions are offered over the phone or video call.
Do you do couple’s and/or family counselling?
No. Currently, I only do one-on-one counselling with youth and adults.