Fees for Counselling and Assessments in Calgary

At Solasta, we follow the recommended fee schedule set by the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta. We offer direct billing to most major insurers, and sliding scale rates are available to those who demonstrate financial need. If you have questions about fees or coverage before booking, our team is happy to help on a free consultation call.

Counselling

Registered Psychologists — $235 per 50-minute session | $352.50 per 80-minute session

Registered Provisional Psychologists — $220 per 50-minute session | $330 per 80-minute session

Registered Social Workers — $220 per 50-minute session | $330 per 80-minute session

Canadian Certified Counsellors — $160–$200 per 50-minute session. Please check with your clinician for extended session pricing.

Counselling Student Interns — Free for individuals aged 10 and older.

Sliding scale fees may be available through our Registered Provisional Psychologists, Registered Social Workers, and Canadian Certified Counsellors. Please contact us to discuss.

Assessments

All assessments include multiple sessions, detailed scoring and interpretation, and a comprehensive written report with recommendations. A feedback session is included to walk you through findings in plain language.

Comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessment (children and adults) — $2,950 Covers intellectual and cognitive abilities, learning disorders, disabilities, giftedness, behavioural and social-emotional challenges, and ADHD where relevant.

Comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessment + Autism Assessment — $3,750

Comprehensive Child or Adult Autism Assessment — $3,250 If a less formal assessment is required, fees are charged per hour up to $3,250.

Gifted Assessment (Cognitive only) — $1,100 (Westmount Charter) If giftedness criteria are not met and a report is not required, the cost is $660.

Adult ADHD Assessment — from $1,500 The final cost may be higher if additional testing is required.

Insurance Coverage for Counselling in Calgary

Sessions with our Registered Psychologists and Registered Social Workers can typically be direct billed to most major insurers. Individual plans vary — we will always attempt to direct bill on your behalf, but you may be asked to pay directly and submit to your insurer for reimbursement.

Direct billing available for: Alberta Blue Cross, Beneva, BPA, Canada Life, Canada Life – PSHCP, Canadian Construction Workers Union, Chambers of Commerce (Johnston Group), CINUP, ClaimSecure, Co-operators, Desjardins Insurance, Equitable Life, First Canadian (Johnston Group), GMS Carriers 49 and 50, Greenshield, GroupHEALTH, GroupSource, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group, LiUNA Local 183, LiUNA Local 506, Manion, Manulife Financial, Maximum Benefit (Johnston Group), MDM Insurance Services, The PBAS Group, People Corporation, RWAM, Simply Benefits, Sun Life, TELUS AdjudiCare, Union Benefits, UV Insurance

Registered Provisional Psychologists: Direct billing is available for Alberta Blue Cross, GreenShield, and Sun Life. Most other insurance plans that include psychological services will reimburse — you will need to submit receipts directly to your insurer.

Solasta has approved providers for the following programs — please contact us for details on how direct billing works for each:

Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB)

Have questions about fees or coverage? Contact us or book a free consultation call — we’re happy to help you understand your options before committing to anything.