Steve Dodds

Steve Dodds

Get to know me

I have enjoyed living a full and meaningful life for as long as I can remember. For the past 12 years, I have been coaching high-level Rugby both nationally and internationally. My coaching philosophy has been focused on synthesizing hard work, intentional practice, mental health, and the development of a diversified identity that relies on vulnerable connection to achieve success. I am passionate about helping my clients create and move towards their goals while assisting their self-discovery and personal growth adventures. I have spent years improving my skills to help clients deal with trauma and emerge from those places with new insight, energy, and focus. My work involves supporting the whole person, because it is a lot easier to live a successful life when every part of a person is committed to living out their values.

I have always loved helping athletes, first responders/military, and other high-performing individuals find meaning in their lives beyond the success on the field or in the boardroom. I want to see my clients live fulfilled lives, whatever it is they are passionate about pursuing. I have been able to experience life in many unique ways, including my time serving and leading in the military. As someone who naturally enjoys the freedom and flexibility of an open schedule, I am extremely grateful for the lessons I have learned in life that have taught me the right balance between that flexibility and the organization/discipline to prioritize the right habits and routines for me.

It brings me great joy to support others in finding their own balance in life. I look forward to getting to work with anyone who feels like I may be the right fit for them.

Session fees

Individual session

$

220

Team session

$

Behavioural consultation

$

235

Animal-assisted individual session

$

235

Animal-assisted team session

$

375

Animal-assisted wellness community visit

$

150

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pricing

Rates and insurance

individual session (50 minutes)

$
220
Direct billing
Client-reimbursed coverage

Client-reimbursed coverage is available through almost all major insurance companies. Please check with your provider before booking to verify coverage of credentials.

Animal-assisted therapy

Eva, a certified therapy dog through Companion Paws Canada, can join your sessions for added comfort and support. She completed over a year of temperament and obedience training and renews her certification annually. Her up-to-date vet records are always on hand.

Please note that Master of Counselling students are not covered by health spending accounts or insurance companies.

Specializing in athletic performance, our Mental Performance Consultants focus exclusively on helping athletes enhance their mental game and reach their full potential in sport. While they don’t address clinical or psychological concerns, their expertise in performance strategies is perfect for athletes looking to sharpen their focus, build confidence, and perform under pressure.

Direct billing for Unlicensed Mental Health Therapists is unavailable at this time.

Unlicensed Mental Health Therapists may be covered by a health spending account or by certain insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company before booking.

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team session (60 minutes)

$

Our team sessions provide a collaborative environment where individuals can learn effective communication, build trust, and develop strong relationships. By harnessing the collective strengths of your team, you can achieve greater success and reach your goals.

Animal-assisted therapy

Eva, a certified therapy dog through Companion Paws Canada, can join your team session for extra support and connection. Team Sessions with Dayna and Eva will be $375 per session and will require parental and coach consent forms for AAT signed prior to session.

Our staff travel directly to your team's facility to conduct team sessions. For teams without facilities, we arrange booking of a third party event space.  

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behavioural consultation (Hourly)

$
235

As a behaviour consultant, Dayna incorporates Eva, a certified therapy dog through Companion Paws Canada, into classrooms with diverse needs in youth such as autism (ASD), oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Hourly rate is applicable for virtual and in-person consultations not including travel fees. Additional travel fees may be applicable for offsite consultations.

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animal-assisted wellness community visit (hourly)

$
150

Dayna and Eva, a certified therapy dog through Companion Paws Canada, offer visitation services and therapeutic interactions. Their support is especially beneficial during challenging times, such as vaccination days, midterms or final exams, following a recent traumatic event, or during wellness activity days.

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