Covered Counselling

Dear Nurse,

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You give so much—of your time, your energy, your heart. You hold space for people in their most vulnerable moments. You show up, shift after shift, with care, courage, and commitment.

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But what happens when you need holding?

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As a counsellor, and someone who deeply respects the work you do, I want to tell you about something that’s been created just for you: the NBA Supplemental Mental Health Benefit.

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What Is It?

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This benefit is part of a special mental health fund negotiated by the BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) to help nurses access the care they need and deserve. If you’re an active, dues-paying BCNU member, you have access to $5,000 in lifetime mental health coverage through Pacific Blue Cross (PBC).

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That means more financial support for therapy or counselling sessions with registered professionals—including registered clinical counsellors like myself.

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What Does It Cover?

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• Up to $5,000 lifetime in reimbursement for therapy sessions.

• Extra coverage—20% more per visit than your existing extended health benefits.

• Services from registered clinical counsellors, psychologists, social workers, or internet-based CBT platforms.

This is care that sees you. And it’s care that meets you where you are—whether you're full-time, part-time, casual, or retired but still working in some capacity.

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How Do You Access It?

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1. Enroll through the BCNU Member Portal. (It’s simple—just a form to fill out.)

2. Once processed, you’ll receive a PBC ID card in about 10–15 business days.

3. Submit your claims—I will send you a receipt after the session. Some will process automatically, others may take a few weeks if they exceed standard limits.

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Why This Matters (and Why I’m Telling You About It)

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I’ve sat with many nurses in the counselling room—exhausted, overwhelmed, questioning how much longer they can keep doing this work they once loved.

Burnout is real. So is compassion fatigue. And none of it means you're broken.

It means you're human.

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You don’t have to wait until you're at your breaking point to reach out. This benefit is one way of saying: You matter too.

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Working With Me

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If you’re considering counselling but unsure where to begin, I’d be honoured to walk with you. My practice at Wise Body Counselling offers trauma-informed, somatic, and relational therapy for those navigating stress, burnout, life transitions, and everything in between.

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I am a registered clinical counsellor and eligible provider under this benefit. My office is near RJH but I also offer online therapy, so we can meet in a space that feels safe and accessible for you.

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You Deserve to Be Cared For, Too

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You hold so much for others.

 

My hope is that you don’t have to do this alone.

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With care,
Angela