Kyle Stewart

Find answers to frequently asked questions below.

What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is defined by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) as: “Treating, by means of psychotherapy technique, delivered through a therapeutic relationship, an individual’s serious disorder of thought, cognition, mood, emotional regulation, perception or memory that may seriously impair the individual’s judgement, insight, behaviour, communication or social functioning.”

I believe therapy at its best can be a counter-cultural space for healing. We’ll work through your challenges and towards healing unhelpful coping patterns in this difficult world. Therapy offers a space to deepen your relationships, cultivate inner resilience, and develop an understanding of the parts making up your unique self.

Together we can explore what safe fulfillment looks like for you, weaving in ways of understanding and healing that honour your lived experiences and differences. We’ll explore the lived experiences that have made you and changes to help you to grow into a happier, fuller self.

What is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)?

Psychotherapy in Ontario is regulated by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Per the CRPO: “Qualifying registrants must practise with clinical supervision and actively pursue meeting the Registered Psychotherapist requirements within specified timelines. More information can be found on the Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) page of of [their] website.” These requirements include a registration exam and a certain number of clinical hours.

How does insurance work?

Usually, my services are covered by insurers. Double check with your insurance to see it covers psychotherapists or mental health counselling and RP (Qualifying). If so, you will be able to submit claims with your insurer for reimbursement.

I am able to submit claims directly on your behalf for eligible clients enrolled with Greenshield health insurance, Medavie Blue Cross health insurance, SSQ health insurance, and MÉDIC Construction health insurance.

Do you work with clients outside of Ontario?

Yes, please be in touch to confirm eligibility. I can work with clients in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland & Labrador.

When are sessions available?

I offer daytime and evening availabilities.

What is your rate per session?

I charge $130/hour for individuals, and $160/hour for relational (couple’s) counselling. If this rate is inaccessible for you, I offer a limited number of sliding scale rate availabilities. Please do not hesitate to contact me for more information about this sliding scale.

How often are sessions scheduled?

I recognize the financial and time investment it takes to engage in therapy. Just like any relationship, frequency matters at the start. It is important that we meet weekly or biweekly to establish our therapeutic relationship, complete the intake assesment process, and then we can re-evaluate frequency.

Where do sessions take place?

I offer therapy virtually only at this time. I use PHIPA-compliant Zoom for video sessions. Phone sessions are available upon request.

For in-person availability in Kitchener-Waterloo, please be in touch to enquire about being connected with my other practice.

I have more questions

Please don’t hesitate to contact me and schedule for a free consultation call.