Yes, I follow the BC guidelines set forth by the Ministry of Children and Family Development so that your assessments are eligible to access appropriate funding.
My rate is $245 per hour of work. This is in line with the recommended hourly rate provided by the BC Psychological Association. I use how many hours it takes to complete an assessment to determine my fees per assessment. Therapy sessions are $245 per 60 minute session.
I can take credit card through Jane, cash, cheque, and e-transfer.
For each assessment, I bill the client after each session. I also bill for half of the report at the feedback session. The remainder of the outstanding balance is billed and processed when I complete the report. All fees must be paid before I release the first draft of a report.
Some extended health plans cover services from a psychologist. All receipts will state the client's name, the service, the length of session, and the cost. It is each client's (or parent's) responsibility to check with their insurance provider to determine whether their services are covered.
When I complete a psychological assessment, my goal is to ensure that you understand your or your child’s strengths and needs. Every brain works differently, and I believe that there is no right way or wrong way for a brain to work. When we understand how our brains work, we can receive better supports and advocate for ourselves better.
A psychological assessment with me consists of a few phases:
Phase 1 – background collection and interviews.
Phase 2 – psychological testing
Phase 3 – feedback
Phase 4 – written documentation
In BC, free autism assessments are provided through the BC Autism Assessment Network (BCAAN). To be referred to BCAAN for an assessment, a referral is required from a medical doctor. The other option is to complete a non-BCAAN private assessment which usually costs money. If you are interested in having your child complete one of these assessments with me, you can email me directly at doctorgurm@gmail.com. After your initial contact, I will add you to my waitlist and, if you would prefer, call you for a free 15 minute phone call prior to booking any assessment appointments to ensure that I am a good fit for your needs.