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GreenShield counselling in Ontario

Does GreenShield Cover Your Counselling?

Your plan may cover counselling with Michael Appiah, MSW, RSW. Direct billing is available when your plan and GreenShield's claim system permit it.

Does GreenShield Cover Counselling?

Some GreenShield plans cover counselling provided by a Registered Social Worker. Your plan decides which professionals qualify, how much is reimbursed and how much remains available. Search your coverage for “social worker,” “mental health,” “counselling” or “psychological services.”

How to Check Your GreenShield Coverage

  1. Sign in to GreenShield+ online or open the mobile app.
  2. Choose Claims and Benefits, then Check Coverage.
  3. Look for Registered Social Worker or social work counselling.
  4. Check the percentage covered, annual balance, per-visit maximum and any referral requirement.
  5. Confirm whether phone, video and in-person sessions are all eligible.

Read GreenShield's official coverage-checking steps →

Can Get Supportive Counselling Direct Bill GreenShield?

Yes, Get Supportive Counselling can attempt direct billing for eligible GreenShield plans. Approval happens claim by claim. You pay any deductible, co-payment or amount GreenShield does not approve. If direct billing is unavailable, you receive a detailed receipt to submit yourself.

GreenShield Counselling Questions

Is GreenShield coverage guaranteed?

No. Coverage depends on your exact plan, remaining balance and eligible professional designations.

What designation should I check?

Michael Appiah is a Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW). Ask whether your plan covers counselling or mental-health services provided by an RSW.

Can couples counselling be covered?

Some plans may cover couples sessions, while others cover only individual treatment. Ask GreenShield before booking.

Source: GreenShield's official coverage-checking instructions. Plan details always control eligibility and payment.

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