About

Lorne pierce, MA, R. psych. (CHCPBC No. 1646)

Lorne Pierce has over 20 years' experience in the helping professions in both government and non-government organizations. He has been in private practice since 1999 and he has been Registered with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia since 2005. Lorne completed Forensic Psychological Risk Assessments for Violence and Sexual Violence and has been called upon as an Expert Witness for the BC Supreme Court. He also facilitated the Nationally Accredited Violence Prevention Program, including modules in Anger Management, Conflict Resolution, and Assertiveness Training. Lorne completed his internship training at Child and Youth Mental Health and he worked with children and families both as a Social Worker and Child Therapist. Lorne utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Humanistic/Existential models, including Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Family Systems approaches.

BILLING


The rate for Psychological Services is $210 per hour.

Clients who have Extended Health Benefits can often be reimbursed for Psychological Services, depending on the plan. Some insurers require a Medical Doctor's referral for reimbursement. There are often annual deductibles, limits, and proportional rates (e.g., 80% coverage). Clients should check with their provider regarding their specific coverage, since each plan is different. Cedar Ridge Counselling can direct bill the following insurance companies and/or plans/programs (individual plans may vary regarding direct billing availability):


Canada Life - via Telus Health
Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan - via Telus Health
CINUP - via Telus Health
City of Surrey
COWAN - via Telus Health
Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) - please note that a user fee ($75/hour) often applies.
Desjardins Insurance - via Telus Health
Equitable Life - via Telus Health
First Canadian Insurance Corporation - via Telus Health
Green Shield Canada (GSC) - via providerCONNECT
Group Health Benefits Solutions - via Telus Health
Group Source - via Telus Health
iA Financial Group - via Telus Health
Johnston Group - via Telus Health
Manion - via Telus Health
Manulife Financial - Via Telus Health
Maximum Benefit - via Telus Health
Medavie Blue Cross - coverage for Federal Health Care Programs, including only - RCMP, Veteran Affairs Canada (VAC), Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
Pacific Blue Cross
SSQ Insurance - via providerCONNECT


PAYMENT


Payment for services can be made by Credit Card (Mastercard & Visa), Cash, Cheque, or e-transfer (Interac cards or bank cards are not currently accepted). Receipts will be provided for insurance claims and/or income tax (Psychological Services are considered a Medical Service).