Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled appointment to complete information forms. This will help the therapist know the reason(s) you are seeking services and how s/he can assist you. The therapist will meet with you for approximately 50 minutes. At this first session you will be asked questions to clarify your current situation and past history. The therapist will discuss treatment options with you. We will make every effort to see that you receive the best available care.

No. Giving Hope Counselling Services strictly follows the Counsellors Professinal Code of Ethics and will not release information regarding contact with a client without permission from the client.

Individual psychotherapy sessions typically last from 45 to 50 minutes. The frequency and duration of therapy will depend largely on your needs, treatment goals, and progress. Many concerns are readily resolved with short-term therapy, and other chronic or more complex concerns require long-term commitment before improvement is realized.