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If you’re an Indigenous individual living in Whitecourt, Woodlands County, or anywhere in Alberta, you can access free, confidential, one-on-one counselling through the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program or Bigstone Health Benefits.
I’m a registered psychologist and an NIHB and Bigstone Health Benefits Approved Provider, offering individual therapy in person in Whitecourt and online anywhere in Alberta.
Who Can Access
If you are eligible for NIHB or Bigstone Health Benefits, counselling may be covered at no cost to you, depending on your benefits and eligibility.
In-person sessions: Available in Whitecourt, with clients welcome from surrounding communities and northern Alberta, including Wabasca, Calling Lake, Chipewyan Lake, Slave Lake, Kinuso, Swan Hills, Fox Creek, Fort Assiniboine, Blue Ridge, Mayerthorpe, and Woodlands County.
Online sessions: Available to eligible Indigenous clients anywhere in Alberta.
Why This Matters
Access to mental health care can be more difficult in smaller and northern communities. NIHB and Bigstone Health Benefits can make it possible for eligible clients to access counselling at no cost, either locally in Whitecourt or online from wherever they are in Alberta.
What I Offer
Individual therapy only — a space dedicated to your goals and experiences
A culturally respectful and trauma-informed approach
Flexible scheduling (morning, afternoon, evening, and select Saturdays)
In-person and virtual options to suit your location and comfort level
NIHB and Bigstone Coverage Details
If you have NIHB or Bigstone Health Benefits, counselling may be available at no cost to you.
NIHB: Eligible clients can receive up to 22 hours of counselling per calendar year, with additional hours potentially available on an exception basis.
Bigstone Health Benefits: Eligible clients can receive up to 22 hours of counselling every 12 months, with additional hours potentially approved if needed.
I handle billing directly for covered services, so there is no out-of-pocket cost for eligible clients for covered counselling services.
Get Started
I’m happy to explore with you whether my approach is a good fit for you.
📍 In-person: Whitecourt, and Edmonton
🌐 Online: Available anywhere in Alberta
📧 Email: tinagalpsych@gmail.com
💬 Book a session or free consultation: click here
