I am posting the current responses from insurance companies as a link as it’s too many characters for Facebook for them all. I find these responses to be a bit shortcoming and do not, in my opinion, provide answers that are definitive for the “counsellor” role specifically. That said, many are saying they DO offer…
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Being a therapist in this political climate—regardless of what side you are on, is a painful experience. There is tension and horror no matter where you go and depending on what part of the world you’re in, increasing violence might be part of the day to day. As a Canadian, I am luckily not in…
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As soon as I heard the announcement that Telus Health was making their e-filing available to counsellors in June, I immediately signed up for the opportunity to take part in direct billing for psychotherapy/counselling clients. After a month of waiting, I’m finally in their system… and I realized, it’s still a confusing mess and there…
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The following are templates for emailing insurance companies about coverage for counselling. The following email addresses are provided by Telus Health (or their own website) for insurance companies. Please note this is not an all-inclusive list as many only provide phone numbers: healthinq@ab.bluecross.ca, Group-health-claims@equitable.ca, askus@mygrouphealth.ca, askus@mygroupsource.ca, askus@mymanion.com, inquiry@mdm-insurance.com, support@simplybenefits.ca, group.claims@uvinsurance.ca, more_info@manulife.ca, healthsolutions@telus.com, customer.services@ab.bluecross.ca, inquiries@bpa.ca, info@canadalife.com,…
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Feeling overwhelmed by stress? You’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced world, stress is a common experience that can impact our mental and physical health. However, there are effective ways to manage and reduce stress levels. Here are some strategies that can help enhance your well-being: 1. Practice Mindfulness Mindfulness involves paying attention to the present…
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Telehealth therapy has become an increasingly vital resource in Canada, revolutionizing the way mental health services are delivered. This mode of therapy offers several significant benefits that cater to the unique geographical, social, and economic landscape of the country. Increased Accessibility Canada is known for its vast and diverse geography, with many communities located in…
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