Please be advised that effective October 1, 2024 the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) has set the recommended fee for psychological services provided by Psychologists registered with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology at $225 per hour.
The official letter from the APNS President in regard to this increase is available here.
This fee increase is based on a review of other psychology association rates across Canada, and those currently being charged by psychologists across the province. APNS also reviewed and compared Psychologists rates to rates of other mental health professionals in Nova Scotia. The rate is reviewed annually and was last revised in 2021.
News Publications
The Nova Scotia Psychologist: Annual Report Issue – May 2024
Liability Insurance Program Renewal (BMS)
Dear Members,
Very shortly you will receive the 2024-2025 CPA/CPAP* Liability Insurance Program renewal, directly from the program’s broker, BMS. If you want to participate in the program for the first time, or if you haven’t received your renewal notice, please contact BMS at psy.insurance@bmsgroup.com. Note that the policy renews on June 1st, 2024.
Read more “Liability Insurance Program Renewal (BMS)”Child and Adolescent Psychology Interest Group (CAP-I) Meetings in 2024
Earlier this year, we let you know that we would be resuming Child and Adolescent Psychology Interest Group (CAP-I) Meetings in 2024.
We are pleased to share that we have scheduled the first official meeting for:
Saturday, June 15th at 10 to 11:30 am
3rd Floor, Room 301, Halifax Central Library (5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, NS B3J 1E9)
This first meeting will be a relatively informal, ‘meet-and-greet’ after a couple of year hiatus. Incoming chairs, Lindsay Bates and Rachel Panton, will provide a brief overview of CAP-I (history and future), and then there will be some discussion around potential speakers and topics for the 2024/2025 year. The initial overview will be streamed via video conferencing – allowing greater CAP-I meeting access to psychologists from across the province.
Attendees are encouraged to bring along a potluck brunch item to share (e.g., muffins, timbits, fruits, etc.).
If you are interested in receiving information around future CAP-I meetings, please contct admin@apns,ca and you will be added to our new CAP-I group email. All NS psychologists are welcome.
BMS Insurance – Tailored Insurance Solutions for APNS Members
CPA/CPAP’s insurance program, in partnership with BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd. (BMS), is tailored to meet the needs of psychology practitioners. APNS members have access to comprehensive insurance coverage that meets the unique practice risk needs of psychological practitioners, including:
• Professional liability Insurance (PLI) and Commercial General Liability (CGL)
• Business Professional Liability Insurance
• Business Commercial General Liability
• Contents/Crime/Business Interruption coverage
• Business Package Insurance
• Cyber Security & Privacy Liability
• Employment Practices Liability
• Legal Services Package
• Personal Legal Solutions
• Business Legal Solutions
• 24 Hour Accident Coverage
• And more
Why the CPA/CPAP Program is Right for You
To learn more about the insurance products available to APNS members or to purchase coverage, please visit www.psychology.bmsgroup.com, or contact a BMS broker at 1-855-318-6038 or by email at psy.insurance@bmsgroup.com.
For more information about your Insurance Broker, BMS, and Insurance Regulatory Principles of Conduct, please click here.
One to One Wellness Centre
POSITION: Full or Part-time Psychologist
ORGANIZATION: Independent Contractor
LOCATION: Virtual, Nova Scotia
Are you a psychologist looking to join an experienced interdisciplinary team?
Our locally owned and operated health clinic in downtown Halifax is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate psychologist to join our team. Hours of work is flexible and will be delivered virtually.
Using a patient-centered approached inspired by pain science, therapeutic relationship, trauma-informed care, and behaviour change, One to One delivers high quality patient care to thousands of Nova Scotians who are experiencing pain and/or complex health conditions. The successful candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary health team that consists of experienced physiotherapists, psychologists, manual osteopathic practitioners, and massage therapists. Our team meets virtually bi-monthly to collaborate on patient care or for education sessions.
The ideal candidate will have a:
- Masters or Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited program
- Registered Psychologist in good standing with NSBEP
- Minimum $1million Professional Liability Insurance
- Cleared Criminal and Vulnerable Sector Checks
- Experience or interest in trauma, chronic pain, and complex health conditions is considered and asset
- Experience in an interdisciplinary team is considered an asset
What you can expect from One to One Wellness Centre:
- Flexible scheduling and hours
- Bi-Monthly Collaboration meetings (Attendance Optional but encouraged)
- Private and secure scheduling and telehealth platform (Jane)
- Full Administrative Support (scheduling, billing, general inquiries) and access to marketing services
- Direct billing of all major insurance companies including VAC, MVA, and CAF. No WCB patients.
- Commission based on invoiced billings (Must adhere to clinic policies and procedures for treatment approvals).
- Potential to offer group courses as part of our Pain Self-Management Program (In-person or virtual)
If you are interested in this position please email: Tyler Dillman (PT/Owner) tyler@121wellness.ca
NEW: Notice from BMS on Global Coverage
BMS has developed a guidance document for all our members regarding worldwide coverage and what members need to know. Download the document here.
Dr C. K. Perrier & Associates
POSITION: Psychologist Positions and office space
ORGANIZATION: Dr. C.K. Perrier & Associates
LOCATION: Bedford, Nova Scotia
We are currently recruiting psychologists to join our team as part-time or full-time associates, working out of offices in Bedford. We offer comfortable, accessible, and welcoming office space with free parking. We offer complete administrative support and use encrypted and secure web-based practice management software for managing client scheduling and clinical records. As an associate with our team, you will be compensated at a rate well above industry standards. Work-life balance is prioritized and associates have flexibility in creating their own schedule and limiting or expanding therapy hours, as well as choosing to provide treatment in-person or via telehealth.
If you are interested in joining our team as an associate, please submit a cover letter with CV to info@PerrierWellness.ca
Alternatively, if you are interested in renting office space rather than joining a practice, we have a welcoming environment with multiple rooms available to rent on an hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly basis, including a large group room. Rates are very reasonable and negotiable.
The Nova Scotia Psychologist: CE Issue – Winter 2023-2024
Download The Nova Scotia Psychologist: CE Issue – Winter 2023-2024
What’s Inside:
- President’s Report
- Nominations for the Executive Committee
- Nominations for Annual Awards
- CPAP Meeting Report
- BMS Practitioner Insurance Program – Update
- Psychology Month 2024
- OpenThink Blog: Nicole MacKenzie
- GeoView Initiative
- CE Survey Results
- CE Workshops 2023 & 2024
- Town Hall Meeting #2 Government Pilot Project
- Government Advocacy Timeline – Fall 2023
- Notices
- Acknowledgements
- Advertisements
- Committees and Representatives
Student Research and Leadership Development BMS Scholarship
Sponsored by BMS, the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) and the Council of Professional Associations of Psychology (CPAP) wish to support student research and leadership/training/practice development in all areas of psychology.
For 2023:
• Up to two (2) awards will be dispersed per project for research-based submissions, at amounts up to $2,500.00 per application.
• Up to five (5) awards will be dispersed to individuals wishing to pursue training, either practice or leadership focused, at amounts up to $500.00 per application.
For more information on the BMS Scholarship download here.
Job Opportunities at Sunnyside Psychological Services
POSITION: Registered or Candidate Registered Psychologist
ORGANIZATION: Sunnyside Psychological Services
LOCATION: Bedford, Nova Scotia
We are seeking a Psychologist to join our growing practice. Over the past 5 years we have strived to create a professional, relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for our clients and clinicians, alike. At Sunnyside Psychological Services clinicians have the autonomy to set their schedule to suit the needs of themselves and their clients. As a clinician in our practice you may provide individualized services to clients, but have the added benefit of being part of a collaborative team of experienced clinicians. We offer a comfortable and inviting workspace with a reception area, fully furnished offices, and a separate exit for a private client departure. Virtual treatment is also optional.
Read more “Job Opportunities at Sunnyside Psychological Services”The Nova Scotia Psychologist: Member Recognition Issue – August 2023
Download The Nova Scotia Psychologist: Member Recognition Issue – August 2023.
What’s Inside:
- President’s Report
- AGM Report
- APA Council of Representative Report
- CPAP Meeting Highlights
- Awards & Honours 2023
- Profile Student Awards
- Profile Student Bursaries
- Member Research: Dr. Emily Orr
- Member Research: Dr. John J. Whelan
- Sit & Chat Bench Unveiling
- CE Workshops
- Community: Mentoring Plus Strategy
- N.S. Health Geoview Project
- Advertisements
- Acknowledgements
- Committees and Representatives