A welcoming place to begin.
BelMind Therapeia offers culturally informed counselling and psychotherapy for First Nations and Inuit individuals in Thunder Bay, Ontario, as well as secure virtual counselling across Ontario, including northern and remote communities.
Our approach is grounded in respect for each person’s identity, experiences, values, relationships, community, and goals. You decide what feels appropriate to share and the pace of your care.
Make room for your care.
If you are eligible for the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program, eligible mental health counselling services may be covered through NIHB. NIHB provides up to 22 hours of mental health counselling per calendar year for eligible clients; additional coverage may be available in exceptional circumstances.
When direct billing is available, BelMind Therapeia submits eligible claims on your behalf. Coverage is subject to NIHB eligibility and program requirements, including authorization where required.
Learn more about NIHB →What happens next?
Choose an appointment
Select a free consultation, virtual appointment, or in-person appointment.
Complete your forms
You will receive an email with a secure link for intake information, consent forms, and NIHB direct-billing information where applicable.
We manage eligible billing
Once the required information and consent are completed, our clinic manages eligible NIHB billing following your sessions—so your focus can stay on your care.
No assumptions. Your voice leads.
There is no single way to understand mental health, healing, family, community, or wellness. Your therapist works with you rather than making assumptions about what support should look like.
You can start with a conversation.
BelMind Therapeia provides in-person counselling from our Thunder Bay clinic and virtual psychotherapy across Ontario. We welcome referrals from individuals, families, health-care providers, Indigenous organizations, community services, and other professionals.
You are not alone.
Trusted supports are available for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people, families, young people, Survivors, and community members in Thunder Bay, Ontario, and across Canada.
If you are in immediate danger
Call 911, go to the nearest emergency department, or contact a crisis service below. You do not have to face an urgent situation alone.
Hope for Wellness Helpline
24/7 culturally grounded crisis intervention and counselling for Indigenous people across Canada. Services are available in English and French; telephone support in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut is available on request.
Call 1-855-242-3310 or chat onlineTalk4Healing
A culturally grounded, confidential 24/7 helpline for Indigenous women across Ontario, with call, text, and live-chat support in multiple Indigenous languages.
Call or text 1-855-554-4325NIHB mental health counselling
Eligible First Nations and Inuit clients may receive coverage for mental health counselling with recognized providers. Contact NIHB if you have coverage or eligibility questions.
Client support: 1-888-441-4777Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
Indigenous mental health and wellness programming, including supports for people aged 16 and older. Regular office hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
807-345-5840 · 1-855-345-5840Kids Help Phone
Free, confidential 24/7 support for young people. To connect with a First Nations, Inuk, or Métis crisis responder when available, text FIRSTNATIONS, INUIT, or METIS to 686868.
Call 1-800-668-6868 · Text 686868Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line
Immediate emotional support, 24 hours a day, for former residential school students and their families experiencing pain or distress.
Call 1-866-925-4419