Psychology Benefit Program - Métis Nation of Alberta

Psychology Benefit Program: Ni Natoohtaan

The Psychology Benefit Program, Ni Natoohtaan, provides financial support to Métis Citizens accessing care with psychologists or social workers for longer-term and complex mental health needs. In partnership with Alberta Blue Cross, we are excited to offer a modern, best-in-class psychology benefit program.

The funding for this program has been fully utilized this application period.

Ni Natoohtaan will reopen for additional applications in April 2025.

Program Eligibility

This program is a limited benefit that will be dispersed until program funds are fully utilized. To be eligible to apply, you must:

Be a registered Citizen of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta
Be a resident of Alberta
Have an existing relationship with the licensed Psychologist or Social Worker you are receiving services from

Métis Citizens of all ages are eligible to apply; however, applications for Citizens under the age of 18 must be submitted by a parent/guardian.

Program Benefits

Enrolled applicants will receive:

Coverage for 12 sessions with a licensed Psychologist or Social Worker. Sessions must be utilized within 12-months of the date of your first session or within 18-months of the date of your application, whichever occurs sooner.
$225 of coverage per session, in line with the Alberta Blue Cross Managed Fee Guide.
Service coverage for assessments, treatments, telehealth/virtual services, and Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT).
Direct billing from providers using Alberta Blue Cross’s secure online provider portal or manual claim reimbursement through the Alberta Blue Cross member services online website.*
A confirmation letter and benefits card for each applicant.
Customer service support through the Alberta Blue Cross Customer Services Department.

* Please contact your psychologist or social worker to confirm they are an eligible provider with Alberta Blue Cross.

Contact: For questions related to the application process, please contact the Community Wellness Advocate at CWA@metis.org or 780-455-2200 ext. 110

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Psychology Benefit Program: Ni Natoohtaan

The funding for this program has been fully utilized this application period.

Ni Natoohtaan will reopen for additional applications in April 2025.

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