Good questions

The things men usually want to know.

No question is too small or too obvious. Here are the ones that come up most, and if yours isn't here, you're always welcome to ask on your free 15-minute call.

FAQ

Common questions

What's your background?

I come from a background in business. I have worked in finance and as a chief of staff alongside high-performing executives in high-stress environments, so I understand what it feels like to come from a world where pressures exist, and vulnerability is seen as a weakness, not a strength. I come from a world where it is expected that men should not be emotional. I have gone on my own journey to this work, challenging and exploring these things, but I also appreciate them for how formative and important they are within our society. Lastly, I have travelled a lot, through 55 countries, so I have a very open mind to diverse cultures, and love learning about new values and perspectives on life.

Are Registered Psychotherapists covered by insurance in Ontario?

OHIP doesn't cover psychotherapy, but many Ontario extended health and workplace benefit plans reimburse it. Coverage depends on your specific plan, the key is whether it covers a "Registered Psychotherapist." You pay for the session and receive a detailed receipt (with the registration number) to submit to your insurer.

What happens in a first session?

The first step is a free 15-minute call, a relaxed conversation to see if we're a fit, with no pressure to have anything figured out. From there, full sessions are an open, unhurried space to talk through what's going on.

Do I have to talk about my childhood?

Not unless it's useful to you. We start with what's going on now and what you'd like to feel different. The past only comes up if and when it's helpful.

How long are sessions?

Full sessions are 50 minutes, online, at a time that works for you. The first consultation is a free 15-minute call.

Is it confidential?

Yes. What you share stays between us, within the standard legal and ethical limits a Registered Psychotherapist works under.

What if it's not the right fit?

That's completely okay. There's no pressure to continue, and I'm glad to help point you toward someone who might be a better match.

Online or in person?

Sessions are entirely online, across Ontario, no commute, no waiting room, from somewhere you feel comfortable. Many men find it easier to open up from their own space.

Still wondering about something?

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