Behavioral Health Institute (BHI) is an organization set up to improve access to mental health care in Nigeria. Founded in 2017, BHI aims to raise awareness about mental illnesses and provides innovative interventions in the areas of training, research, and treatment. Mental health remains an integral and essential component of health. With approximately 20% of our population struggling with mental illnesses, we are committed to breaking the stigma associated with mental illnesses and ensure that every Nigerian has access to quality mental health care.
VISION
MISSION
The Institute envisions a nation where the roots of behavioral health disorders are understood, then prevented and people living with mental health disorders receive quality care and treatment.
To improve access to mental health care through technology and enhance understanding of behavioral health disorders through research, training and capacity building to ensure prevention and treatment in a stigma-free and friendly environment.
Who is a Psychologist?
A psychologist is someone who studies the mind and behavior. While people often think of talk therapy when they hear the word psychologist, this profession actually encompasses a wide range of specialty areas including such things as animal research and organizational behavior
Do you offer one on one sessions?
No, we don’t, we connect individuals to professionals within our network who offer one on one sessions.
How long do appointments go for?
Depending on the recommendation of the caregiver, it can be from a minimum of one session to upwards of weeks of quality therapy
How much is the cost of a consultation?
We can’t speculate as we only link patients to caregivers