NIHB-Covered Mental Health Counselling in Calgary & Online Across Alberta
Calgary Mental Health & Wellness Centre and Cienna Mental Health & Wellness Centre provide professional mental health counselling for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients through the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program.
We offer in-person psychological services in Calgary, secure online counselling across Alberta, and Cienna in-person services are coming soon to Red Deer. Our team can help you navigate eligibility, provider availability and the NIHB billing process.
What is NIHB mental health counselling?
The Non-Insured Health Benefits program is administered by Indigenous Services Canada and provides eligible First Nations and Inuit clients with coverage for a range of health benefits, including professional mental health counselling.
Access counselling with support through NIHB
Eligible clients may receive professional mental health counselling from providers who meet NIHB requirements.
When counselling services are eligible and approved, participating providers can generally submit eligible claims directly through NIHB.
Our administrative team can help you understand what information is needed before your first appointment and what next steps may apply.
Who may qualify for NIHB counselling?
NIHB eligibility is determined by Indigenous Services Canada. If you are unsure whether you qualify, you can still contact our team and we can help explain the information generally required to confirm coverage.
Eligible First Nations Clients
Registered First Nations clients who meet NIHB eligibility requirements may be eligible for covered mental health counselling.
Eligible Inuit Clients
Recognized Indigenous clients who meet program requirements may also receive mental health counselling benefits through NIHB.
Coverage Confirmation
Eligibility, available benefits and any required approvals should be confirmed before treatment begins.
What can counselling help with?
You do not need to know exactly what type of therapy you need before reaching out. Counselling can support people experiencing a wide range of emotional, behavioural, relational and life concerns.
- Anxiety and chronic stress
- Trauma and difficult life experiences
- Grief and loss
- Depression and mood concerns
- Emotional regulation
- Relationship and family concerns
- Parenting challenges
- Life changes and transitions
- Intergenerational experiences and family patterns
- Burnout and workplace stress
- Self-esteem and confidence
- ADHD-related concerns
Therapy built around you
Our clinicians work collaboratively with clients rather than applying the same approach to everyone.
Depending on your therapist, goals and needs, treatment may draw from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, attachment-focused therapy, narrative therapy, Internal Family Systems-informed work, somatic approaches and trauma-focused modalities.
Your treatment plan can evolve as therapy progresses and as your needs change.
Access care in Calgary, online, and in-person coming soon
Our two clinic brands allow us to support clients across Alberta through a combination of in-person and secure online mental health services.
Calgary Mental Health & Wellness Centre
Access in-person psychological services in Calgary with clinicians offering individualized, evidence-based mental health support.
Red Deer In-Person Coming Soon
Cienna Mental Health & Wellness Centre is expanding access to Red Deer in-person mental health services, coming soon.
Online Mental Health Counselling
Secure online therapy is available across Alberta through eligible clinicians, subject to NIHB requirements and provider availability.
How to access NIHB counselling with us
You do not need to understand every part of the NIHB process before contacting our clinics. Start by reaching out and let our team know you would like to use NIHB coverage.
Contact Our Team
Call, email or book a free consultation and let us know you are looking for mental health counselling through NIHB.
Confirm Coverage
Our team can help identify what information is required to confirm eligibility, provider availability and any applicable approval requirements.
Begin Counselling
Once the appropriate details are confirmed, we can connect you with an eligible clinician whose services fit your needs.
One goal: easier access to mental health support
Calgary Mental Health & Wellness Centre
Calgary Mental Health & Wellness Centre provides in-person and secure online mental health services in Calgary for eligible clients.
Our team includes psychologists and mental health professionals with experience supporting a wide range of concerns across different stages of life.
Cienna Mental Health & Wellness Centre
Cienna Mental Health & Wellness Centre expands our ability to provide accessible mental health support beyond Calgary, including in-person services in Red Deer coming soon and online counselling across Alberta.
In-person services are coming soon in Red Deer.
We help simplify the billing process
When counselling is eligible and provided through an appropriately enrolled clinician, eligible services can generally be submitted directly to NIHB.
Coverage is determined by NIHB and may depend on eligibility, provider status, available benefits, approvals and the type of service.
Not sure whether you’re covered?
You do not need to understand NIHB terminology or know exactly which clinician you need before contacting us.
Tell our administrative team that you are looking for NIHB mental health counselling and we can help explain the next steps.
NIHB Mental Health Counselling FAQ
What is NIHB?
The Non-Insured Health Benefits program is administered by Indigenous Services Canada and provides eligible First Nations and Inuit clients with coverage for certain health benefits, including professional mental health counselling.
Does NIHB cover mental health counselling?
Eligible NIHB clients may receive professional mental health counselling from eligible providers. Additional coverage details depend on current NIHB program guidelines and individual circumstances.
Do you direct bill NIHB?
When services are eligible and provided through an appropriately enrolled provider, eligible counselling claims can generally be submitted directly through NIHB. Coverage should be confirmed before treatment begins.
Can I access NIHB counselling in Calgary?
Calgary Mental Health & Wellness Centre provides in-person mental health services in Calgary. Availability depends on clinician and NIHB provider eligibility.
Can I access NIHB counselling through Cienna?
Cienna Mental Health & Wellness Centre provides online services across Alberta, and in-person services in Red Deer are coming soon.
Can NIHB cover online counselling in Alberta?
Online counselling may be available for eligible clients depending on provider eligibility, the client’s location, NIHB requirements and any applicable approvals. Our team can help clarify what options are currently available.
What concerns can I see a therapist for?
Clients may seek support for concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, emotional regulation, relationship concerns, parenting, stress, burnout, life transitions and other mental health challenges. Your therapist will work with you to identify your goals.
How do I get started?
Contact our team at 403-835-3003, email info@cmhwc.ca or book a free consultation online. Let us know that you are interested in accessing counselling using NIHB benefits so we can guide you through the next steps.
Looking for NIHB mental health counselling in Alberta?
Connect with our team to discuss NIHB eligibility, clinician availability and counselling options in Calgary or online across Alberta, with in-person services in Red Deer through Cienna coming soon.