Amara McPhail
About Amara
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Amara is a Registered Provisional Psychologist providing counselling services to youth, adults, and couples. She has experience supporting clients through a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Amara takes a collaborative, nonjudgmental, and client-centered approach to therapy, with a strong focus on helping clients build insight, resilience, and confidence. She draws from an eclectic range of evidence-based approaches, including Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Existential Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and the Gottman Method. As a Gottman Level 1 trained therapist, she incorporates research-based strategies to help couples strengthen communication, navigate conflict, and build healthier relationships. She also incorporates psychoeducation and humour into sessions, believing that knowledge and lightness are powerful components of healing and growth.
Amara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Ballet and Contemporary Dance from the University of Kent, a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Prior to becoming a therapist, she worked as both a teacher and a professional dancer, experiences that continue to shape her appreciation for personal growth, creativity, and the unique strengths each individual brings to therapy. She is committed to ongoing professional development and regularly engages in continuing education to provide the highest quality care to her clients.
Provisional Psychologist Billing and Insurance Reimbursement
Please note that provisional psychologists are not eligible to provide direct billing through TELUS eClaims insurance providers. Clients receiving services from a provisional psychologist will be responsible for payment at the time of service.
Following payment, clients are encouraged to submit their invoice and receipt directly to their insurance provider for reimbursement, in accordance with their individual extended health benefits plan. Coverage and reimbursement amounts are determined solely by the client’s insurance provider, and Nova Psychology cannot guarantee eligibility or reimbursement.
Clients are encouraged to confirm their coverage requirements with their insurance provider prior to beginning services.
Complimentary Consultation: ADULTNew patient
“At Nova Psychology, we offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation for adults seeking therapy. This brief session allows you to discuss your concerns, ask questions, and explore how our therapists can support your goals. It’s an opportunity to determine if our approach is the right fit for you.
To schedule your consultation, please contact us. We look forward to connecting with you.”2 optionsComplimentary Consultation: COUPLESNew patient
“At Nova Psychology, we offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation for couples seeking therapy. This brief session provides an opportunity to discuss your concerns, ask questions, and explore how our therapists can support your relationship goals. It’s a chance to determine if our approach is the right fit for you and your partner.
To schedule your consultation, please contact us. We look forward to supporting you and your partner in building a healthier, stronger relationship.”2 optionsContact to Book
Therapy Session: ADULTNew patient
4 optionsTherapy Session: COUPLESNew patient
4 optionsTherapy Session: FAMILYNew patient
4 optionsTherapy Session: YOUTH (12 - 16 years)Follow-up
2 optionsTherapy Session: YOUTH (16+ years)New patient
4 optionsComplimentary ConsultationNew patient
“This complimentary 15-minute consultation provides parents, caregivers, youth, or minor clients—individually or together—with an opportunity to determine whether therapy is an appropriate fit. During this brief meeting, participants can discuss concerns, ask questions about the therapeutic process, and gain an understanding of how treatment may support the child or youth’s emotional well-being. This consultation is intended to help ensure alignment between the client’s needs and the recommended therapeutic approach before initiating services.”2 optionsComplimentary Consultation: FAMILYNew patient
2 optionsParent SessionFollow-up
“This session is designed for parents to meet independently with the therapist (without the child present) to discuss the child’s ongoing progress in therapy, any new concerns, and strategies to support their well-being at home or school.
Parent follow-up sessions provide a collaborative space to review treatment goals, share updates, and strengthen the connection between therapy and daily life. These meetings help ensure that parents feel informed, supported, and aligned with the therapeutic process.
Please let us know in advance if there are any changes to custody or decision-making arrangements, so we can ensure all legal and ethical considerations are met.
If you have any questions or would like guidance on booking a parent follow-up session, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here to help.”2 optionsParent Intake SessionNew patient
“Thank you for considering therapy for your child.
As part of our intake process, therapists often begin with a parent-only session. This initial appointment is for parents to meet with the therapist without the child present to discuss the child’s needs, history, and goals for therapy. It provides an important opportunity to share background information, gain insight into your child’s emotional and psychological well-being, and collaborate on how best to support them both in and outside of sessions.
Please let us know about any parental custody or decision-making arrangements prior to booking, so we can ensure all legal and ethical considerations are met.
If you have any questions or would like more information before scheduling, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here to help.”2 optionsYouth Intake SessionNew patient
“Thank you for considering therapy for your child. As part of our intake process, the initial session is primarily for the youth. Parents or caregivers attend a portion of this first appointment to share relevant background information, discuss concerns, and help establish goals for therapy, after which the therapist will meet individually with the child. This approach allows the therapist to better understand the child’s needs while also creating a space where the youth can begin building rapport and expressing themselves independently. Please inform us of any custody or decision-making arrangements prior to scheduling so that all legal and ethical requirements are met. If you have any questions or would like additional information before booking, please feel free to reach out — we’re happy to assist.”2 optionsOpenings checked 37 min ago
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