Investing in your mental health
As someone on the front lines of social change, your efforts directly benefit Albertans.
ATB Financial and GreenShield have partnered to help support the vital work of social sector employees like you by providing free mental health services, including virtual therapy, internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Digital CBT), and peer-to-peer support. All these services are accessible anytime and anywhere through GreenShield+.
Digital CBT
How we think affects how we feel. Manage symptoms of anxiety and depression with this self-paced tool.
Virtual therapy
We all lead busy lives. Connect with a therapist on your schedule, from the comfort of home, or wherever you are.
Peer support
Sharing with others can be comforting. Access an anonymous online group moderated by mental health clinicians.
Therapy is powerful when it’s personal
With our personalized therapist matching tool, you can find a therapist who understands your lived experience. Or connect directly to mental health services like our self-guided Digital CBT program and peer-to-peer support, when and where it works for you.
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FAQs
How does this program work?
Because your organization is an ATB grant recipient, you and your colleagues can access mental health support and services at no cost to help support your crucial work to advance social change in Alberta. Select organizations may also be added at the discretion of ATB and/or GreenShield.
These services include virtual therapy, internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Digital CBT), and other tailored mental health support. They are all available through GreenShield+, an easy-to-use app that will be your single destination for mental health support.
How can I be sure my therapist is a good fit for me?
GreenShield’s personalized therapist matching tool prioritizes intersectionality, acknowledging the various factors influencing an individual’s well-being. With 50+ selection options, such as culture, race/ethnicity, language, gender, sexuality, and religion, you can connect with a registered therapist who understands and relates to your identity and lived experiences.
You can book a free 15-minute consultation and get to know the therapist. If you don’t feel like they’re the right fit, you can arrange another consultation with a different therapist to ensure they are the right fit for your mental health journey.
I don't feel ready for virtual therapy. Is there a way to get started on my own?
Through ATB and GreenShield’s partnership, you also have access to internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Digital CBT) and peer-to-peer support.
Digital CBT
Designed primarily for individuals experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety and depression, this online program puts you in the driver’s seat of your mental health and well-being. Interactive learning modules, tools, and coaching help you develop positive coping strategies and reduce life-disrupting symptoms without waiting. Regular in-app reminders and guided coaching ensure you stay motivated to reach your wellness goals.
Peer-to-peer support
An online mental health community, this safe space anonymously connects you with others who understand what you’re going through, providing mutual support and shared experiences that foster a sense of belonging and connection. The community is moderated 24/7 by licensed mental health clinicians.
Why did ATB and GreenShield partner?
ATB Financial is proud to partner with GreenShield to bring free mental health care to social sector organizations in Alberta.
As a non-profit health and benefits company, GreenShield understands the unique challenges facing the social sector and the importance of prioritizing employee mental health.
ATB and GreenShield are purpose-driven organizations that share a commitment to Albertans' well-being, combining ATB’s deep community roots with GreenShield’s industry-leading mental health solutions to support those on the frontlines of social change.