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Extended Health:

Many major insurance providers cover Registered Clinical Counselling. I will provide an invoice after payment which you can submit for reimbursement. However, please consult with your insurance provider to confirm whether your benefits plan covers counselling/psychotherapy provided by Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). If you have more questions regarding coverage, see FAQs below.

Cancellation Policy:

If you must cancel or reschedule an appointment, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice otherwise you will be billed at the hourly rate.

Office Hours: 

I’m available for IN-PERSON sessions at the office on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

I’m available for ZOOM sessions Monday - Friday.

Please email me if you have any questions about booking at info@andavintila.ca :)

*Cancellation Policy: If you must cancel or reschedule an appointment, please provide at least 24 hours advanced notice by emailing info@andavintila.ca. Otherwise, the full rate will still apply.

*Extended Benefits: Many major insurance providers cover Registered Clinical Counselling. I will provide an invoice after payment which you can submit for reimbursement. However, please consult with your insurance provider or human resources department to confirm whether or not your benefits plan covers counselling/psychotherapy provided by Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC).

  • I offer personalized counselling and somatic sessions to individuals and couples.

    For somatic sessions, touch work is available and can be incorporated to support nervous system regulation and trauma resolution.

    I facilitate family constellation group circles every 1-2 months.

  • Individual Sessions $175/hour

    Couples Sessions $185/hour

    Family Constellations Circles $30 per person

  • You can contact me to book a free initial 15 minute consult call through email at info@andavintila.ca or book through Appointments on this website.

    Following our consult call, a initial booking must be selected were you will be guided through an intake form and consent form.

    After our initial booking, all bookings there after can be booked through me directly or through my website.

  • No :) you do not need insurance to book an appointment with a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). Clients are welcome to self-pay for sessions.

    If you do have extended health benefits, RCC services may be covered, depending on your individual insurance provider and plan. We recommend checking directly with your insurer to confirm your coverage and reimbursement details.

    See other FAQ’s below for more help if you plan to use your insurance coverage.

  • Major Canadian insurers offer coverage for the services I provide.

    • Canada Life,

    • Manulife, Blue Cross,

    • Green Shield (GSC),

    • Desjardins,

    • Industrial Alliance (iA Financial Group)

    • ChamInsurance

    • Industrial Alliance (iA bers of Commerce GroupFinancial Group)

    • People Corporation

    • Johnston Group

    • ClaimSecure

    • Beneva

    • First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)

    • Many others as well cover Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs).

    Verify your coverage and check your specific plan's wording (e.g., "clinical counsellor," "psychotherapist," or specific credentials like "RCC".

  • To ensure your specific plan covers an RCC, you should:

    1. Check your benefits booklet: Look for "Mental Health," or "Counselling".

    2. Confirm the designation: Verify if the plan specifically requires a "RCC" or if it includes "Registered Clinical Counsellors".

    3. Ask about limits: Check for annual maximums (e.g., $500–$3,000) or per-session caps.

    4. Contact your insurer: Use the member portal or call the number on your benefits card to confirm eligibility.

  • If your current plan does not include RCCs, you can request an amendment. Use these specific questions and talking points:

    • Ask for an "RCC Amendment": Request that your employer add "Registered Clinical Counsellors" to the list of approved providers. Point out that RCCs often have lower hourly rates than psychologists, making your benefits go further.

    • Request a Professional Advocacy Letter: Most RCCs can provide you with a standardized letter to send to your HR department explaining their qualifications (Master’s level training) and why they should be covered.

    • Inquire about a Health Spending Account (HSA): If the core plan won't cover RCCs, ask if an HSA is available. HSAs are flexible funds that can almost always be used for RCC services

  • Before your first session, verify these three items with your provider or insurer:

    1. Registration Number: Ensure your counsellor’s BCACC registration number is on every invoice.

    2. Coordination of Benefits: If you have two plans (e.g., yours and a partner's), ask how to "coordinate" them to cover 100% of the cost.

    3. Claim Form Requirements: Some insurers require an itemized receipt rather than a simple credit card receipt.

  • You are required to pay for each session through my direct e-transfer. Once payment is received, I will provide a session receipt that will include my registration number and all other requirements needed for you to submit for reimbursement from your insurer.

  • The closest public parking option is EasyPark – Lot 179, located just a short walk from my office at 470 Granville Street.

    EasyPark – Lot 179

    • Public parkade

    • Paid parking

    • Approximately 2–3 minutes walking distance

    • Accessible from nearby downtown streets

    Street parking in the area is limited and often time-restricted, so I recommend using EasyPark Lot 179 to allow extra time to arrive calmly and without stress.

    443 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3H5, Canada

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