A family physician referral is required for psychiatry consultations. A history review, documenting past psychiatric treatments, and information from significant others may be done prior to your appointment depending on the Consulting Physician who will be treating you.

At Avicenna Centre For Brain Health, our Physician’s care plans revolve around a pharmacotherapeutic approach. In simple terms, this means our Physician’s typically take a consultation role in your care plan and then recommend the treatments which best suit you. For psychotherapeutic care, patients can take part in our Therapy Program where they will be paired with an expert Avicenna Counsellor or Psychologist to receive the appropriate physician recommended therapy. These are private-pay services which may be covered by your extended benefits plan.

For the most part, Psychiatry at Avicenna Centre for Brain Health follows a one time consultation approach and the primary care physician remains responsible for providing the patient with ongoing care. Health Navigation will be provided by coordinators to ensure patients know how and where to meet all their care needs.