Frequently Asked Questions

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The cost of counseling services at Open Book Therapies varies depending on the type of service you need. For Individual Therapy, for one hour we charge $220 however we also offer workshops and group therapy at varying costs.

Open Book Therapies is committed to making therapy accessible to others through our sliding-scale rates. This is based on each individual's circumstance and can discussed during our initial consult.

We can do direct billing through your insurance such as Canada Life, Greenshield, Desjardins, Manulife, AB Blue Cross and more. Prior to our appointment, please check with your insurer to review the coverage of mental health services. At the end of our session you will receive a invoice with a registration number which you can also manually submit to insurance if required.

 Open Book Therapies ensures that therapy is tailored to meet your individual needs. If you live near Diamond Valley, Okotoks or surrounding areas we can arrange to meet in-person. Or, if you prefer to connect from the comfort of your home, we offer tele-health and virtual therapy options to ensure that support is accessible and convenient for you. We use the Jane App to meet virtually. Our Booking link is: https://openbooktherapies.janeapp.com

Yes - please notify us at least 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel with the Jane App or by emailing melissa@openbooktherapies.com. Please note, less then 24 hour cancellation will result in a charge of 50% of the service fee being charged. 

No-Show Cancellations: Appointments canceled with less that 1 hour notice, including no-notice at all, will be charged 50% of the appointment fee

I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the ACSW (Alberta College of Social Workers). I completed a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from the University of Calgary in 2015. Afterward, I graduated with a Master of Social Work (MSW) with a clinical specialization in Trauma Informed Care from the University of Calgary in 2024. 

Currently, I am primarily offering evenings and weekends however please check my schedule through the 'Start Your Journey' button to see my upcoming appointment availability.