Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program
The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program is a national initiative funded by Indigenous Services Canada that provides eligible First Nations and recognized Inuit clients with comprehensive coverage for a wide range of essential health services. Under the NIHB Mental Health Counselling benefit, eligible individuals can access up to 22 hours of covered professional psychotherapy and mental health counselling per calendar year with an approved provider. This benefit is designed to remove financial barriers to wellness, providing a safe and accessible pathway to support for individuals navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, life transitions, and overall emotional well-being.
To make accessing support as seamless as possible, our clinic is proud to have NIHB-approved mental health providers on our team. We offer direct billing through Express Scripts Canada on your behalf, meaning there are no upfront session fees or out-of-pocket costs for covered appointments. Our providers are dedicated to offering culturally safe, trauma-informed, and compassionate care tailored to your unique goals—allowing you to focus entirely on your healing journey without the stress of managing claims or waiting for reimbursement.
Therapists Offering NIHB Service
Amanda Youssef
Registered Psychotherapist
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Clinical Supervisor
Family Mediator & Certified Meditation Instructor
Founder & Executive Director
Kaitlyn Evans
Registered Psychotherapist
EMDR & NIHB
Individual, Parent, Couples & Family Therapist
Psychotherapy Interns
We believe quality mental health support should be accessible to everyone in our community. To help reduce financial barriers, we periodically welcome Master’s-level psychotherapy interns to our practice, allowing us to offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy at a reduced rate. Our student therapists bring fresh perspectives, up-to-date training, and a deep dedication to supporting clients through life’s challenges.
To ensure the highest standard of ethical and clinical care, all interns work under the direct clinical guidance of a fully Registered Pychotherapist. Interns engage in regular, comprehensive supervision to review treatment approaches, refine therapeutic skills, and ensure every client receives thoughtful, high-quality care tailored to their unique goals.
Please note: We are not currently hosting interns at this time, but we look forward to welcoming our next student therapist in January 2028.