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Suite 330 145 Chadwick Court Lonsdale Quay North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K1
604-985-3939 |
Common Questions
1. What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy? 2. How can an appointment be arranged? 3. Is there are long waiting list? 4. Why do some clients have appointments with the registered nurse? 5. What types of referrals are not suitable for the NSSAC? 6. Are services at NSSAC covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP)?
7. What is the fee for treatment, and what forms
of payment do you accept? 9. Can I reschedule an appointment? 10. Are the issues discussed during my appointment discussed with anyone else? 11. How long might treatment last, and how often are appointments? 12. How does therapy work to reduce my anxiety symptoms? 13. How do I make an appointment? Is a referral necessary? 14. What types of referrals are suitable for the NSSAC?
1. What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)? The aim of CBT is to help people make positive changes in their life. This includes reducing distressing symptoms or preventing them from getting worse. This has been found to be effective in the treatment of a wide range of disorders, including anxiety, stress-related conditions, depression and chronic pain.
2. How can an appointment be arranged? Call our office at 604-985-3939 or long distance at 1-866-985-3535. In some cases, appointments with therapists, psychologists, and dietitians can be made within one week.
3. Is there a long waiting list? Clients wanting to book ongoing or follow-up appointments with our therapists can usually arrange their next visit within a week or two.
4. Why do some clients have appointments with the registered nurse?
The NSSAC registered nurse sees clients who are
self referred, or referred by one of the psychiatrists or psychologists
to consult and follow in coordination with the therapist. Her specialty
is weight management and nutrition counseling. Some psychiatric
medications and antidepressants have side effects of weight gain and
altered metabolism. The nurse’s dietary advice can assist clients with
health improvement and reduction of adverse side effects.
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What types of referrals are not suitable for the NSSAC?
6. Are services at NSSAC covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP)?
Consultation appointments with psychiatrists are
covered by the Medical Service Plan (MSP). A medical referral is
required for these appointments. MSP does not extend to the other
health care providers at NSSAC.
7. What is the fee for treatment, and what forms of payment do you accept?
Fees are $160 per session for PhD trained
therapists, and $175 per session for visits with registered
psychologists. Other services, such as consultation with our registered nurse are
charged at a different rate. Please inquire by phone.
8. Are there appointments later in the day? Some appointments may be available weekdays at 5:00 or 6:00 pm.
9. Can I reschedule an appointment? We are happy to reschedule your appointment to a more convenient time. Please be aware that some therapists require notice to be provided one full business day in advance. Missed sessions may be charged at the regular rate. This policy enables us to book other clients during the time made vacant.
10. Are the issues discussed during my appointment discussed with anyone
else?
11. How long might treatment last, and how often are appointments? Clients typically attend weekly for one hour. However the frequency and length of your appointments will be tailored to specific needs. Some clients come every few weeks and clients traveling a great distance often have longer appointments (e.g. two hours at a time, or two appointment days in a row, before returning home until the next set of appointments). The length of therapy may vary substantially depending on the severity of symptoms and number of conditions being treated. Many people are able to obtain significant benefits after 8 to 20 sessions. Some clients require more long-term intervention. Both short and long-term therapy is available as needed at NSSAC.
12. How does therapy work to reduce my anxiety symptoms? We utilize evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) which has been shown to be effective for anxiety disorders and other disorders.
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How do I make an appointment? Is a referral necessary?
14. What types of referrals are suitable for the NSSAC? NSSAC accepts clients of all ages that struggle with stress, anxiety, or trauma related problems. We also accept referrals for adults coping with disordered eating.
Group therapy is offered for parents of anxious young children between the ages of 3-8 on Wednesdays at 1pm. Another group will be available for teens with uncomplicated anxiety conditions such as generalized anxiety, panic and social anxiety. Call the clinic to register or for more information about the groups. |
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