NIHB Coverage & Benefits
If you're a registered First Nations person or recognized Inuit adult, the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program may help cover the cost of mental health counselling and psychotherapy. NIHB provides access to professional counselling services for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma,
NIHB Coverage & Benefits
Mental health challenges rarely affect just one person. Stress, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions often impact entire families. The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program helps eligible First Nations and Inuit individuals access professional mental health counselling services. This includes support for children, youth, adults, Elders, couples, and
NIHB Coverage & Benefits
Being a student can be rewarding, but it can also be stressful. Academic pressure, financial concerns, relationships, family responsibilities, and major life transitions can all affect mental health. The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program helps eligible First Nations and Inuit students access professional mental health counselling and psychotherapy services.
NIHB Coverage & Benefits
If you're an Indigenous client seeking mental health support, recent changes to NIHB benefits could matter to you. The program now covers professional counselling that other insurance won't, with up to 22 hours each year and flexible session options. You can choose in-person or remote
NIHB Coverage & Benefits
When your child struggles, the weight settles on the whole family. The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program recognizes this by providing mental health counselling coverage for eligible First Nations and Inuit children and youth. Counselling services are available at no cost to eligible families and can be accessed in
Accessing NIHB Counselling
Finding the right mental health counsellor through NIHB doesn't have to feel overwhelming. You're entitled to support, and the program exists to help you access it. But there's a process to follow, and knowing the steps ahead of time saves you frustration. Before you
Accessing NIHB Counselling
Nearly one in five Canadians experiences a mental health concern each year, yet many eligible First Nations and Inuit individuals don't realize counselling is covered under NIHB. If you're considering your first session, you're already taking a meaningful step. Booking it, though, involves a
Accessing NIHB Counselling
Nearly one in five adults seeks counselling at some point, yet most walk into that first session unsure of what's coming. If you're feeling nervous, you're not alone—and that uncertainty often makes the experience harder than it needs to be. The truth is,
Accessing NIHB Counselling
If you're a First Nations or Inuit client, you might already qualify for up to 22 hours of mental health counselling—without paying a cent upfront. That's the promise of direct billing through the Non-Insured Health Benefits program. But accessing this support isn't
Accessing NIHB Counselling
When you need mental health support, the last thing you want is a maze of paperwork standing in your way. The good news? Your first two hours of NIHB counselling require no prior approval. But what happens after that, and how do you access sessions three through twenty-two? The
Accessing NIHB Counselling
Yes. If you are eligible for the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program, you can often access counselling and psychotherapy services virtually from your home. Many NIHB-approved therapists now offer secure online counselling through video platforms, making it easier for First Nations and Inuit clients to receive mental health
If you're eligible for the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program and are thinking about accessing counselling or therapy, one of the most common questions is: Do I need a referral from my doctor? The short answer is: No. Most people do not need a referral to access