Find NIHB Therapists in Montreal
NIHB covers mental health counselling for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients, but figuring out what's included and who accepts it can be harder than it should be. Promptd helps you find therapists who work with NIHB so you can focus on care, not paperwork.
NIHB covers mental health counselling for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients, but figuring out what's included and who accepts it can be harder than it should be. Promptd helps you find therapists who work with NIHB so you can focus on care, not paperwork.
Montreal, right now
Providers listed6
Accepting new clients6
Typical reply time~32 hours
Average session$113/h
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6 NIHB Therapists in Montreal
Flore Deshayes
Social worker, EcotherapistMontreal
In-PersonOnline
Reduced rates from $94.5Crime victims, IVAC, NIHB, CNESST
Veronica Blackbourn
Psychotherapist, Guidance Counsellor5 to 10 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Gender identity, Teens
Reduced rates from $160NIHB
Carly Coxford
Clinical Social WorkerMore than 20 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline
4 services
Anger, Eating disorders, ADHD, Addiction, Trauma, Life transitions
Member of HarmoniaTherapyCenter
NIHB
Provider overview
6
Practitioners available
6
Accepting new clients
$113/h
Average session price
32h
Average response time
1
Specialty: Therapy
3
Languages spoken
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Get matchedNIHB Therapists pricing in Montreal by professional title
| Profession | Avg. hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Social Worker | $103/hr |
| Psychotherapist | $160/hr |
| Counsellor | $160/hr |
NIHB Therapists pricing near Montreal compared to nearby cities
| City | Avg. hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Montreal | $113/hr |
| Westmount | $113/hr |
| Outremont | $113/hr |
| Mont-Royal | $113/hr |
| LaSalle | $113/hr |
| Longueuil | $113/hr |
NIHB Therapists provider breakdown by gender in Montreal
Female (83%)
Other (17%)
NIHB Therapists provider breakdown by service mode in Montreal
In-person and online (83%)
Online only (17%)
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What is NIHB?
NIHB stands for Non-Insured Health Benefits, a federal program that covers health services for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients in Canada. It supplements provincial and territorial health plans by covering services like dental, vision, prescription drugs, medical transportation, and mental health counselling. The program is administered by Indigenous Services Canada.
What mental health services does NIHB cover?
NIHB covers mental health counselling with eligible providers, including psychologists, social workers, and psychotherapists registered with the program. Coverage typically includes individual therapy, and some services may require prior approval. Session limits and eligible provider types can vary, so confirm details with both your regional NIHB office and the therapist before booking.
Who is eligible for NIHB mental health benefits?
You are eligible if you are a registered First Nations person (status Indian) or a recognized Inuit beneficiary and are not covered for the same service through another plan, such as an employer or provincial program. NIHB is the payer of last resort, meaning it covers what other plans do not. You will need your NIHB client number when booking.
What should I ask before booking an NIHB-covered session?
Even if a provider accepts NIHB, confirm the practical details: whether they direct bill or issue receipts, what documentation is needed, whether pre-approval applies, and how cancellations are handled. If access or travel is a barrier, consider Online therapy. If identity, safety, or cultural fit matters most, you can filter for female therapists or Black therapists therapists and then confirm NIHB paperwork with the clinic.
If I have a specific concern, which type of therapist should I look for?
Start with the main issue and the kind of support you want, then verify NIHB steps with the provider. For worry, panic, or chronic stress, anxiety therapists is a good fit. For persistent low mood, burnout, or loss of motivation, consider Depression counselling. For trauma symptoms or PTSD, trauma and PTSD therapists is often the best match. For intrusive thoughts and compulsions, look for an OCD therapist.
What approaches might be a good fit, and how do I choose?
If you want a structured, skills-based plan, CBT therapy is often a strong starting point. If emotional intensity, self-harm urges, or relationship volatility are central, DBT therapy can help with regulation and coping skills. If the main goal is trauma processing, EMDR therapy may be appropriate. Once you pick an approach, ask the provider what NIHB documentation they need for the first sessions.
What if I am looking for care for a child, teen, or ADHD support?
For kids, start with child therapists so care is developmentally appropriate and parent involvement is clear. For adolescents, teen therapists can better match school stress, identity, and independence needs. If attention and executive-function support is the goal, ADHD therapists is a good filter. For behavior-focused work (often with children), applied behavioural therapists may be relevant depending on the situation. In all cases, confirm NIHB requirements for minors and caregiver consent.
Do NIHB-covered providers also support couples, families, and more specialized care?
Yes, many providers support different formats and specialties while still working with NIHB. For relationship work, start with couples therapists. For broader household dynamics, family therapists is often a better fit. For intimacy and sexual concerns, sex therapists can help. If eating concerns are central, an eating disorder therapist may be more appropriate. If symptoms started after childbirth, postpartum depression support support can be a strong starting point. Always confirm what NIHB paperwork applies to the specific service type.