Psychology Services Accessible Under the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)

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The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) is a Canadian program designed to offer temporary health coverage to specific groups, who are not eligible for provincial or territorial health insurance: • resettled refugees, • protected persons in Canada, • refugee claimants, • victims of human trafficking, • victims of domestic violence, • and detainees. Psychological services within the IFHP are tailored to address the mental health needs of these vulnerable populations. The challenges faced by refugees and displaced individuals often include trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and other psychological difficulties resulting from their migration experiences and the uncertainties associated with seeking refuge in a new country. The psychology services accessible under IFHP may include: • Therapy: Individuals may have access to individual or group therapy sessions to address mental health issues, emotional challenges, and psychological concerns. • Counseling: Counseling services are provided to help individuals cope with various life stressors, personal difficulties, and emotional struggles. • T rauma Support: IFHP may offer counseling and therapy for individuals who have experienced traumatic events or are dealing with post-traumatic stress. • Assessments: Psychological assessments may be available to diagnose and understand mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans. • Crisis Intervention: In case of urgent mental health crises, access to crisis intervention services may be provided. • Support Groups: IFHP may facilitate support groups where individuals can connect with others facing similar challenges and receive emotional support. It's important to note that the specific coverage and availability of these psychology services may vary based on the individual's immigration status and the province or territory in which they reside. Eligible individuals are encouraged to check with the IFHP administrators or service providers to determine the exact scope of mental health services available to them.

Here are tips how to access services coveres under IFHP: 1 . To access benefits under IFHP, you need to be eligible – as it is officially defined by the government of Canada, this program has been designed for following specific groups: protected persons in Canada, resettled refugees, refugee claimants, victims of human trafficking, victims of domestic violence, and detainees. 2 . Application for coverage under IFHP is usually automaticaly approved, if you hold refugee status. However, in certain situations, you may need to apply separately for IFHP coverage. 3 . Upon approval of your claim, ask for a Referral from your Family Doctor or General Practitioner . Depending on your specific case, if the Family Doctor deems it necessary and refers you to a mental health practitioner, you will be eligible for covered counselling services under IFHP. 4 . Choose an IFHP-approved mental health facility by seeking out eligible providers. ARCH Psychology Services qualifies as an eligible provider, so please contact us for more information. Please note that you can recieve up to 10 hours of coverage for psychological services, and in some cases, coverage can be extended and you might receive additional hours.

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Psychology Services Accessible Under the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) is a Canadian program designed to offer temporary health coverage to specific groups, who are not eligible for provincial or territorial health insurance: • resettled refugees, • protected persons in Canada, • refugee claimants, • victims of human trafficking, • victims of domestic violence, • and detainees. Psychological services within the IFHP are tailored to address the mental health needs of these vulnerable populations. The challenges faced by refugees and displaced individuals often include trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and other psychological difficulties resulting from their migration experiences and the uncertainties associated with seeking refuge in a new country. The psychology services accessible under IFHP may include: • Therapy: Individuals may have access to individual or group therapy sessions to address mental health issues, emotional challenges, and psychological concerns. • Counseling: Counseling services are provided to help individuals cope with various life stressors, personal difficulties, and emotional struggles. • T rauma Support: IFHP may offer counseling and therapy for individuals who have experienced traumatic events or are dealing with post-traumatic stress. • Assessments: Psychological assessments may be available to diagnose and understand mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans. • Crisis Intervention: In case of urgent mental health crises, access to crisis intervention services may be provided. • Support Groups: IFHP may facilitate support groups where individuals can connect with others facing similar challenges and receive emotional support. It's important to note that the specific coverage and availability of these psychology services may vary based on the individual's immigration status and the province or territory in which they reside. Eligible individuals are encouraged to check with the IFHP administrators or service providers to determine the exact scope of mental health services available to them. For more information, please contact our Intake Department.