One-on-one Counselling
About the Program
We believe everyone should have access to quality health care, regardless of their ability to pay. All our mental health services are offered free of charge.
SNIWWOC is providing free therapy to low-income racialized women. Therapy sessions cost an average of $100 – $150 per session, and free counselling wait times sometimes as long as two years. This is a service that community members have requested and we’re excited to provide this service. BIPOC women deserve access to healing, and that healing will impact generations.
Our therapists (click for bios) help individuals impacted by a number of struggles, including racialized trauma, sexuality/gender identity issues, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, adjustment, system navigation difficulties, stress management issues, and negative thoughts.
Eligibility
1. Women Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour including transgender and two-spirit community members who are 18 years old or above;
2. Must make less than the low-income cut-off line (submit the proof of income)* see the table below;
3. Resident of British Columbia.
Steps
1. Fill out our Therapy Request form.
2. Receive an email from SNIWWOC.
3. Submit proof of income (or household income if you are married/common law). This can include: a current tax return, notice of assessment, or any benefits received from the government (ex. Disability Assistance).
**Screenshots of bank statements or accounts will not be considered a valid form of proof of income**
4. Submit proof of dependent(s). This can include: health cards, passports, birth certificate, driver's license, school registration, childcare statement, or status card.5. Set up an in-person appointment at SNIWWOC’s Victoria BC office.
5. One of our therapists will reach out to you to sign up for a phone consultation.
6. After the phone consultation, your therapist will schedule an appointment. *Please note: we will not cover cancellation and/or no-show fees.
7. Fill out the feedback survey sent via email from SNIWWOC.
Our Team
We are an interdisciplinary team of women dedicated to improving the health of racialized women across Canada. We are the community we serve.
Additional Information
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This program is possible thanks to generous funding from Lush and the Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund.
FReQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs):
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COVID-19 INFORMATION
This program is delivered in-person and virtually. For any in-person appointments, please review our COVID-19 protocols
LOCATION & CONTACT INFORMATION
One-on-One Counselling
Support Network for Indigenous Women & Women of Colour
Service location will be shared confidentially via email once your appointment is confirmed.
Phone: 250-277-2545
Hours of Service: 8:30 - 4:30 pm (by appointment only)