psychotherapy sessions

I work from a counselling perspective that emphasizes warmth, compassion, and curiosity. I also recognize the wisdom already within my clients and aim to structure our work around their existing strengths.  

My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use a combination of evidence-based treatments to inform my practice. These include but are not limited to Person-Centered Therapy, Compassionate Inquiry, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).

I also adopt a harm reduction stance in my work. This means I understand the important space that problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviours can hold in the lives of my clients and recognize that change can sometimes be a complex and indirect process. But that I also promote wellness and reduction in symptom related harm.

Services are available for individuals (13 years and older) and couples (18 years and older) who are dealing with issues including but not limited to:

·        Addiction/problematic substance use

·        Self-destructive behaviours

·        Anxiety

·        Depression

·        Attachment/childhood trauma

·        Relationship challenges

·        Emotional overwhelm

·        Mood instability

·        Distressing thought patterns

·        Suicidality

·        Low confidence/self-esteem

·        Shame

·        Communication issues

·        Stress management

·        Goal achievement

·        Self: care, acceptance, and compassion

·        Adjustment to change

BOOKING

If you wish to schedule an initial 15-minute phone consultation, free of charge, please use the form in the CONTACT section or reach out by phone at (905) 651-8337.

ONLINE BOOKING

If you wish to proceed by scheduling an initial appointment without consultation you may book online here:

https://miriammillerrp.janeapp.com/

FEES

Session fees are $135 for individuals and $150 for couples per 60 minutes. If you are unemployed, underemployed, or have payment concerns please feel free to inquire about Sliding Scale rates.

PAYMENT

Payment is due at the end of each session.  E-transfer, credit card, cash, and cheque are accepted.

INSURANCE

Psychotherapy services are not currently covered by OHIP. However, your health insurance or extended health care plan may offer full or partial coverage. Be sure to confirm with your provider that my qualifications (Registered Psychotherapist) and services (psychotherapy) are covered. It may also be helpful to know the limits of this coverage. I do not provide third-party billing at this time. Any reimbursement for service is to be negotiated between the client and the insurance provider and payment is always due upon session completion.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Please provide 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment. This can be done by call/text (905-651-8337), email (miriam@miriammillerrp.com), or through your Jane account. Missed appointments or late cancellations may result in full payment for the session.