How long does accessible psychotherapy last?

The duration varies according to the problems: some situations can improve in a few sessions, while others require longer follow-up. On average, a course of therapy runs 15 to 25 sessions of 50 minutes each.

Are the sessions confidential?

Yes. All consultations are confidential and governed by the code of ethics of the Ordre des psychologues du Québec (OPQ) and the Ordre professionnel des sexologues du Québec (OPSQ).

What is the price of a session?

The rate varies between $120 and $160 for a 50-minute session. Official receipts are issued for insurance and tax purposes.

Accessible Psychotherapy by sexologist

Psychotherapy Offered by Master’s-Level Clinical Interns

Internships in clinical sexology at the master’s level are supervised to ensure high-quality services. They take place over a 30-week period with a professional who holds a bachelor’s degree in a mental health–related field and is completing a master’s degree in clinical sexology. Trainees in psychotherapy therefore have the experience and knowledge needed to help address the various relational, sexual, and psychological difficulties that an individual or couple may face.

Reasons for consulting a trainee in sexology and psychotherapy

Sexual difficulties (erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, absence of orgasm)

Separation, grief

Relationship difficulties

Communication problems

Lack of confidence or sexual self-esteem

Body image concerns

Performance anxiety

Pregnancy / infertility

Abortion / miscarriage

Sexual impacts of STIs and HIV

Infidelity

Questioning sexual orientation

Stress related to sexual difficulties

Exploring sexual boundaries

Avoidance of sexuality

Absence or fluctuation of sexual desire

Jealousy

Considering opening the relationship

Navigating a negative sexual experience

Painful sexual intercourse

We aim to make our clinic’s services more accessible to individuals and couples with low income or clients who wish to support the training of our sexologists psychotherapists. These internships not only allow our psychotherapy interns to acquire and refine their sexology skills, but also help advance research at the Department of Sexology at UQAM.

Benefits of Psychotherapy with an Intern

Low-Cost Fees – $80 per 50-minute session, a savings of $35

That’s $140 saved per month
A potential savings of $1,050 over a 30-session therapy

Interns are supervised by professionals with over 10 years of experience

Interns already have practical field experience, including:

Bachelor-level internships
Working as sexologists before or during their Master’s studies.

Individual supervision with 2 experienced sexologist psychotherapist.

Group supervision provided by a university professor

Group supervision by François Renaud, sexologist and psychotherapist of the clinic (15 years experience)

Clinical intervision with other members of the clinic’s team

Contribution to the field of sexology and the training of future sexologist-psychotherapists

Why Are These Sessions Low-Cost?

To make psychotherapy services accessible to more people
Although our interns have rigorous training from their Bachelor’s in Sexology, they are still in training for psychotherapist permit, and clients benefit from this reduced rate

Sessions are recorded and filmed, offering you a form of financial compensation

Rest assured: confidentiality is the #1 priority for sexologists
These recordings are used exclusively to improve the intern’s skills and quality of care
They allow supervisors to ensure the quality of the service and to provide feedback on the intern’s interventions

Learn More About Our Clinical Sexology Interns Offering Psychotherapy