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Clear assessment pathways, practical details, and next steps

Nexus offers several assessment options. The right route depends on the purpose of the assessment, whether a written report is needed, and the type of follow-up involved.

Use the comparison below to review the published structure and fee for each option. When you are ready, you can book directly through the secure Owl Practice portal.

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Compare the assessment options

Each option has a different purpose, session structure, reporting approach, and fee.

01 Personal information

Informal substance use assessment

Voluntary and intended for the client's information only.

$250 02 Formal reporting

Formal substance use assessment

Phase-based assessment with written reporting.

$300 + optional $200 follow-up 03 Preliminary assessment

Preliminary neuropsychological assessment

May help determine whether further specialist assessment is recommended.

$600 04 Dissociative experiences

Dissociative experiences assessment

Interview, assessment, interpretation, and findings discussion.

$1,250
Assessment Area

Drug and alcohol assessments

Choose between a voluntary assessment for personal information and a formal assessment that includes written reporting.

Option 1 · Informal

Informal substance use assessment

For individuals exploring whether they may have a substance use concern before it becomes more serious.

Purpose

This assessment is voluntary and intended for your information only.

Results will not be shared with a third party unless specific written consent is provided.

What is included

  • One 60-minute assessment
  • One 30-minute follow-up appointment
  • Discussion of findings
Published fee $250
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Option 2 · Formal

Formal substance use assessment

Typically completed when a formal written report is required or may be shared with an authorized third party.

A report may be shared when an assessment is mandated, or when you provide direction for it to be shared with a third party such as an employer, insurance company, or family doctor.

Phase 1

Addiction assessment

The purpose is to consider whether an addiction is present, its extent, possible co-occurring conditions, and recommendations for an appropriate treatment plan.

$300 75-minute assessment and written report
Phase 2

Follow-up rehabilitation assessment

The follow-up considers the impact of treatment, progress in managing cravings and triggers, and readiness to return to work and other important life roles.

$200 60-minute assessment and written report

This follow-up is not available when the initial addiction assessment was completed by a different assessor.

Phase-one fee $300
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Preliminary neuropsychological assessment support at Nexus Counselling Services
Assessment Area

Preliminary neuropsychological assessment

Traumatic brain injury, disease, and normal developmental aging can cause subtle changes in brain functioning.

These changes may affect memory, attention, focus, processing speed, and creativity.

Results from a preliminary assessment can help determine whether further assessment with a neuropsychologist may be recommended.

Included

  • One 90-minute session
  • One 60-minute follow-up session
  • Written report

Published fee

$600

Additional fees of $150 per hour apply when collecting information from collateral sources.

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Dissociative experiences assessment

Traumatic experiences can result in a wide range of responses, from mild detachment from one's surroundings to more severe disconnection from physical and emotional experience.

These symptoms can feel confusing and can have a substantial effect on personal and occupational functioning.

Included

  • One 60-minute interview
  • One 90-minute assessment
  • One 120-minute follow-up session
  • Discussion of interpretation and findings

Published fee

$1,250

When a written report is required, additional fees are charged at $150 per hour.

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Calm supportive setting representing a dissociative experiences assessment
Practical Information

Payments and extended mental health insurance

Review these administrative details before booking or submitting expenses to an insurance provider.

Accepted payments

Payment for services is due at the beginning of each session.

  1. Cash
  2. Personal cheque payable to Nexus Counselling Services
  3. e-transfer to [email protected], received before the scheduled appointment time

Extended mental health insurance

Clients are responsible for confirming whether services with Candace are covered by their extended health provider.

Candace is registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, Registration #12031, and holds the CCC designation.

Reimbursement is the client's responsibility. Receipts are issued electronically by email after each individual session.

This page identifies Green Shield, Blue Cross in some regions, and Equitable Life as examples of providers that may accept CCC-designated clinicians. Coverage should be confirmed directly with the insurer.

Policy

Cancellation policy

24 hours' notice is required. Appointments cancelled with less notice are billed at the full session fee.

If you try to cancel online with less than 24 hours' notice, the booking system will not allow the cancellation.

When you book an appointment, that time is reserved specifically for you, which means Candace is not available to see another client during that time.

There are many valid reasons why someone may need to cancel. To apply the policy fairly, fees are waived only for a medical emergency requiring urgent professional treatment, a death in the family, a natural disaster, or extreme weather conditions.

Next Step

Ready to discuss an assessment?

Use the secure Owl Practice portal to book, access your client account, or send a secure message.

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