There is something about
the gentle wisdom in a
horse's eye that can put
even the most troubled
soul at peace.
Benefits & Funding
Equine Assisted Therapy is often covered by employee health benefits because there is a certified, registered mental health professional in the sessions. If your plan provides coverage for counselling with a Registered MSW, then your plan will reimburse you and/or your family members for this counselling.
Other funding sources which honour and support Equine Assisted Therapy programs:
Ministry of the Attorny General
Victims Services (VQRP)
Criminal Injuries Compensation Board
Health Canada
Non-Insured Health Benefits (First Nations)
Residential School Survivors
Blue Cross
Veterans Affairs Canada
RCMP
Health Insurance Companies
Sun Life
Green Shield
Manulife
Children's Aid Societies
Pricing Structure
During the introductory period, while Jessica is completing her MSW, counselling fees are as follows;
Office Sessions: $140 plus HST / for 50 minutes
Equine Sessions: $165 plus HST/ per hour
Jessica currently has a couple daytime spots available that can accommodate those who need siding scale pricing. Please reach out if you need service but cost is a barrier.
Working as a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and she has a psychotherapy designation, and many group benefit plans cover social work services. Jessica is also a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers, and is registered with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Counselling services provided by Registered Social Workers (RSW) can be claimed as a medical expense tax deduction when you file your income tax return.
Payment methods accepted are credit, e-transfer, Cheque and cash.
