Question 1

Do I need a referral?

Accepted Answer

A medical doctor referral is not required to make an appointment. Please contact Dr. David directly at Dr.DanaDavid@gmail.com

Question 2

Do you provide virtual or in-person therapy?

Accepted Answer

Both virtual and in-person therapy are offered. Options for the best approach to support your needs will be discussed at the onset of services.

Question 3

Are your fees covered by OHIP or private insurance?

Accepted Answer

Dr. David is a registered psychologist and provides all services in her practice. Psychological services are not covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). 
Please check with your individual insurance provider in order to determine your coverage for psychological services. A medical doctor referral may be required by your insurance plan in order to receive reimbursement. It is recommended that you check ahead of your first session.
All services are billed per hour with a receipt provided.

Question 4

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Please make every effort to arrive for your session on time as it has been reserved specifically for you. Sessions are not extended to account for a late start.
All cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to a scheduled session. Any missed appointment or cancellation made within 24 hours will be charged the full session fee.

Question 5

What forms of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

Payment is accepted via e-transfer or in cash at the time of the session.

Question 6

Are sessions confidential?

Accepted Answer

Information discussed with Dr. David during her services is confidential in that she will not share anything without your consent. Your privacy is completely valued and respected. There are some limits to confidentiality, which are related to safety and wellbeing, court subpeona, or routine audits by the College of Psychologists of Ontario. These will all be reviewed with you before the onset of any service you consent to.

Question 7

Will you work with other professionals to support my child?

Accepted Answer

Dr. David values a multidisciplinary approach to supporting children’s and adolescent’s needs. She is experienced in collaborating with other regulated healthcare professionals including occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, physicians, and other psychologists, as well as teachers and school administration. Dr. David is well versed in the roles that other experts can have with respect to assessing and servicing areas of need.
Dr. David is always happy to work with others involved in supporting your child, with your consent to do so.

Question 8

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

Practice: North York, ON near Avenue Road and Wilson Avenue

Dr. Dana David, C.Psych.

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