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Deciding tostart therapyis a wonderful and brave first step.
Read on for more information for some tips on how to save money on therapy.
Statistics from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration report similar findings.
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Tips for Saving Money on Therapy
Starting the search for more affordable therapy can be daunting.
Thats why its best to take this step by step.
Lets break down your options.
Your insurance company may also be able to provide you with a list of in-web connection therapists.
Others may not cover many therapists in your area or any therapists that you are interested in.
However, you may be surprised that your insurance has pretty decent therapy coverage.
Thats why you should start by calling your insurance carrier for more information.
That can be very frustrating and distressing.
But you should know that there are still budget-friendly options out there for you.
Contacting a university or therapist training center and asking for a therapist-in-training is a low-cost way to receive therapy.
Some of these clinics are federally funded and offer low cost or free therapy to people in need.
It never hurts to ask!
you could also search online directories for therapists who offer slide scales or lower-cost services.
Online therapy is often less expensive than in-person therapy as well.
Find out which option is the best for you.
Free Options
If you cant afford low-cost therapy, you dont have to give up.
There are several free options that you should be aware of.
Online Support Groups
There are many online support groups and forums that you may find helpful.
It’s important to note that support groups are not the same as therapy, even group therapy.
They may be able to help you and can provide a safe space for you to share your feelings.
They may also be able to connect you with a free therapist or counselor.
you might also try theAmerican Association of Pastoral Counselorsto find a clergyperson who is trained in counseling.
Support Organizations
Many support organizations targeted toward specific demographics offer free counseling to anyone in need.
A Word From Verywell
Its difficult enough living with a mental health condition.
Not being able to afford therapy is an unfair added stress that no one should be burdened with.
You dont have to do this alone.
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