NIHB virtual counselling for Alberta and Manitoba
Secure online counselling sessions by video or phone
You’ve been carrying a lot for a long time.
Maybe you feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that keep pulling you back into the same cycles, even though you’ve been trying to move forward.
And when you finally decide to look for support, figuring out coverage, referrals, and where to even begin can feel overwhelming too.
At TherapEase Counselling, we offer NIHB-approved (Non-Insured Health Benefits) virtual individual counselling for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients in Alberta and Manitoba.
Therapy should feel easier to access, not harder.
What Is NIHB Counselling Coverage?
Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) provides mental health counselling services for many First Nations and Inuit individuals across Canada at no cost. This means no out-of-pocket costs for clients.
Eligible NIHB clients may be able to access:
- counselling with a Registered Clinical Social Worker (Hayley Lynch-Brown) approved through the NIHB program
- virtual individual counselling
- secure video or phone sessions
- trauma-informed mental health support
Areas Served
TherapEase currently provide NIHB-covered virtual counselling services for clients located in:
- Alberta
- Manitoba
Sessions are available securely by video or phone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NIHB cover virtual counselling?
In many cases, yes. Eligible clients may be able to access virtual counselling sessions through NIHB mental health coverage with no out-of-pocket costs. NIHB typically covers up to 22 hours of counselling per calendar year for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients. Coverage details and approval requirements can vary.
Do I need a referral for NIHB counselling?
In many cases, no physician referral is required to begin counselling services through NIHB.
Do you offer in-person sessions?
No. TherapEase Counselling is a fully virtual counselling practice offering secure phone and video sessions.
What concerns can NIHB counselling help with?
Counselling may support individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, sleep difficulties, and life transitions.
I don’t live in Alberta or Manitoba. Can I still access NIHB counselling through TherapEase?
Hayley Lynch-Brown is a registered provider with NIHB and provides counselling services to clients located in Alberta and Manitoba, as she is registered to practice in those provinces.
Convenience and flexibility
Comfort and privacy
Access to professional support anytime, anywhere
Choose your format
Phone Counselling
Talk with your therapist from anywhere—your car, a walk, your couch. No video equipment needed. Just you, your therapist, and a conversation that moves you forward.
Best for: Privacy, convenience, or if you prefer talking without being on camera
Video Counselling
See your therapist in real-time through secure video. Body language, facial expressions, the feeling of being in the same room—just from wherever you are.
Requires reliable internet connection
Best for: Those who value face-to-face connection
How to get started with NIHB Counselling
Getting started is straightforward.
1. Reach Out
Book a complimentary consultation with Hayley Lynch-Brown or contact us to ask questions about NIHB coverage, therapist fit, and what support you are looking for.
We will help guide you through the next steps.
Book Your NIHB Free Consultation2. We Help You Navigate the Process
We will walk you through the intake process, help confirm NIHB coverage details, and complete any required pre-approval paperwork with you.
No doctor’s referral is required.
3. Start Virtual Counselling
Once approved, you can begin attending secure virtual counselling sessions by video or phone from a space that feels comfortable and private to you.
NIHB-covered sessions are billed directly, so you do not pay upfront.