Step Forward Program

The Step Forward Program offers financial assistance to help individuals, couples, and families access qualified mental health counselling. We partner with local service providers to ensure you receive the care you need without financial stress.

Who It's For:

  • People experiencing financial hardship that prevents them from accessing counselling.

  • Individuals receiving Income Assistance (IA) or Persons with Disabilities (PWD) benefits.

  • Those who want to begin their healing journey with support from qualified counsellors and advanced counselling interns.

What You Can Expect

  • Professional, tailored support for individuals, couples, and families.

  • An accessible, straightforward application process designed to get you connected to care quickly.

  • Low-cost counselling starting at $20 per session with counselling interns completing their Master’s or Doctoral internships for those receiving IA or PDW benefits.

Why It Matters

Too many people go without mental health support because of financial barriers or limited local services. The Step Forward Program was created to change that—ensuring that no one is left behind simply because they can’t afford help.

By expanding our reach across BC, Step Forward Health Society is working to create equitable access to care, particularly in communities where counselling options are limited.

“We know that public systems are over-stretched and that many people go without help. Our goal is to ensure equitable access to care in Delta and across BC.”

— Meg Neufeld, President, Step Forward Health Society

Anonymous

"I have had the gracious opportunity, through the Step Forward Program, to work on a personal level with my counsellor, for which I am very grateful. I continue to appreciate his expertise, knowledge and commitment. He continues to support my growth, in working together on my mental health, and helping me in navigating the daily difficulties associated with living with mental health difficulties. This wouldn’t have been possible without his understanding, and the generosity of the Step Forward Program. I am forever indebted to both, for his/their dedication in helping people above all else.”

Anonymous

"I was offered help from the Step Forward Program a few years ago. I was struggling and was unable to work at that time and it was a huge relief that I qualified for the program. I needed counselling at least once a week and it was hard to pay for that. Had I not been offered assistance I may have landed myself in a worse position than I was currently already in.”

Get started…

A better future is possible. Contact us using the form, and we will put you in touch with our service provider to complete the program application and discuss options for you.