About This Funding Program
The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program, administered by Indigenous Services Canada, provides eligible registered First Nations and recognized Inuit individuals with coverage for certain health services, including mental health counselling. Eligible clients may receive up to 22 hours of counselling per calendar year through an NIHB-eligible provider. Additional hours may be approved in some circumstances.
How Allied Therapy Can Help
Our mental health services focus on emotional well-being, coping skills, relationships, life transitions, stress, and individual goals. Allied Therapy offers Clinical Therapy- Counselling services according to clinician qualifications and availability. We strive to provide respectful, culturally responsive, person-directed care that recognizes each person's strengths, experiences, and preferences.
How Funding Works
Contact Allied Therapy to discuss your counselling needs and NIHB eligibility. Our team will confirm whether an appropriately qualified clinician is available and recognized under NIHB. NIHB generally covers up to two hours of initial assessment without advance approval, with prior approval required for additional counselling. We will clarify authorization and billing arrangements before proceeding with funded services.
Who Can Access or Refer
Eligible individuals, parents or guardians, caregivers, First Nations health representatives, community organizations, and healthcare professionals are welcome to contact Allied Therapy. Individuals can inquire directly without requiring a referral from a community organization.
Frequently Asked Questions​​
Q: Does NIHB cover mental health counselling? Yes, for eligible clients receiving services from NIHB-eligible providers, subject to program rules.
Q: How many hours are covered? Generally up to 22 hours per calendar year, with exceptions possible.
Q: Is Allied Therapy an NIHB provider? We welcome inquiries and will confirm individual clinician eligibility and billing arrangements before booking NIHB-funded services.
Q: Is virtual counselling available? Yes.
Q: Does NIHB cover Behaviour Therapy? BCBA or ABA services are not routinely covered under the NIHB mental health counselling benefit.
Let's Explore Your Funding Options
Not sure whether your funding can be used for therapy?
Our team is happy to discuss your goals, explain our services, and provide information you may need when speaking with your funding coordinator or insurance provider.
We'd love to help you explore your next steps.