Bishop’s University Psychology Clinic offers 60 low-cost therapy spots in Lennoxville

August 5, 2026 - 17:43

The Bishop's University Psychology Clinic in Lennoxville still has room for about 60 people seeking individual psychotherapy this fall. Sessions are held in person, offered in either English or French, and cost $25 each.

The therapy is delivered by doctoral psychology students who work under the close supervision of licensed psychologists registered with the Ordre des psychologues du Quebec. Dr. Laurie Laberge, a psychologist and internship manager, recently posted on social media that the clinic is taking registrations from anyone looking for affordable mental health care, whether for themselves or for a family member.

The clinic notes that the $25 fee may be covered by many insurance plans, though reimbursement depends on each person's specific policy. Spaces are limited, so interested individuals are encouraged to act soon.

One important detail for prospective clients: all therapy sessions are video-recorded. These recordings are used only for supervision purposes, according to the clinic. Anyone seeking services must be comfortable with this requirement before starting. When the clinic first opened, officials explained that cameras in the therapy rooms allow professors to oversee the doctoral students in training. The recordings are stored on secure servers and handled in line with Quebec privacy rules.

The clinic officially opened on September 23, 2025, serving both as a public mental health resource and as a training ground for students in Bishop's Doctor of Psychology program. The $25 session price was set from the start to keep care accessible.

Before being matched with a therapist, applicants must fill out a confidential pre-evaluation questionnaire. The form collects basic details like contact information, pronouns, preferred language, age, and other demographic data. It also asks about medications, any previous professional support, and the main reason for seeking help. Applicants describe what they hope to gain from therapy and rate their readiness to participate.

The questionnaire covers topics such as relationships, trust, impulsivity, worry, dependence on others, and perfectionism. It also includes safety screening questions about suicidal thoughts, past suicide attempts, and experiences like hearing or seeing things that others do not seem to perceive. The clinic says these answers help its team understand each applicant's situation and decide whether its services are a good fit.

By submitting the form, applicants consent to their results being shared with the clinic's management team, their assigned therapist, and that therapist's supervisor. They also agree to have their responses used for research conducted within the clinic. The form assures applicants that their answers will remain confidential.

The clinic serves the general public rather than Bishop's students, a choice officials made to protect confidentiality within the university's small community. During its early days, clients ranged in age from eight to 75. About half of the initial requests came from English-speaking residents, with the rest reflecting the clinic's bilingual mandate.

The doctoral students are trained as generalists and can handle a variety of concerns. If a client needs more specialized care, they may be referred to another service. In its recent post, the clinic directed prospective clients to complete the online registration form or contact Laberge directly by email.