Cost
Pricing Structure for Texas Clients
Individual, 50 minute sessions: $175
Group sessions: $35-50, based on need
I am out of network with all insurance, and maintain a varying number of sliding scale spots to increase accessibility for those who are unable to pay full fee.
As of March 2024, all sliding scale spots are full.
Beginning March 1, 2024, I am instituting an equitable pricing model for Colorado clients.
Traditional therapy business models often create financial barriers for many in our community. Our evolving practice aims to center equity and collective care. By implementing an equitable pricing model, we are experimenting with a fairer system. This may become available for Texas clients in the future as well, and clients will be notified accordingly; at this time this model is currently only available to Colorado clients.
The therapist has evaluated their fee structure to ensure it covers the operational needs of our practice, meets licensing requirements, and supports their own well-being. We understand that this "market" rate impacts individuals differently, particularly those facing barriers such as racism, sexism, queer/transphobia, and ableism. To address this, we've developed the following scale and encourage you to locate yourself within it. Please note there are a limited number of spots available in the reduced rate category, to ensure sustainability of the practice. I am happy to discuss this further with you in our initial, free consultation. As of March 2024, all reduced rate spots have been filled.
Above Market Rate
5-25% Above
Individuals with the means to comfortably afford a higher rate contribute to ensuring that those facing financial constraints can access therapy at a reduced rate.
Market Rate
$175
We encourage individuals who can comfortably meet their essential needs and some discretionary expenses to select $175 for individual, 50-minute therapy services.
Reduced Rate
50-75% of market rate (approximately $75-$130)
This rate is set below the standard market rate to accommodate individuals with limited financial resources. Our aim is to make therapy accessible without causing undue financial burden.
The following graphic, reproduced here with credit and gratitude to Alexis J. Cunningfolk, provides additional information on the concept of equitable pricing.
Top of the Scale (or the left bottle):
I am comfortably able to meet all of my basic* needs
I may have some debt but it does not prohibit attainment of basic needs
I own my home or property OR I rent a higher-end property
I own or lease a car
I am employed or do not need to work to meet my needs
I have regular access to health care
I have access to financial savings
I have an expendable** income
I can always buy new items
I can afford an annual vacation or take time off
Middle of the Scale (or the middle bottle):
I may stress about meeting my basic needs but still regularly achieve them
I may have some debt but it does not prohibit attainment of basic needs
I own or lease a car
I am employed
I have access to health care
I might have access to financial savings
I have some expendable income
I am able to buy some new items & I thrift others
I can take a vacation annually or every few years without financial burden
Bottom of the Scale (or the right bottle):
I frequently stress about meeting basic needs & don’t always achieve them
I have debt and it sometimes prohibits me from meeting my basic needs
I rent lower-end properties or have unstable housing
I do not have a car and/or have limited access to a car but I am not always able to afford gas
I am unemployed or underemployed
I qualify for government assistance including food stamps & health care
I have no access to savings
I have no or very limited expendable income
I rarely buy new items because I am unable to afford them
I cannot afford a vacation or have the ability to take time off without financial burden
* Basic Needs include food, housing, health care, and transportation.
** Expendable Income might mean you are able to buy coffee or tea at a shop, go to the movies or a concert, buy new clothes, books, and similar items each month, etc.
Pricing Structure for Colorado Clients
As an out-of-network provider, I have partnered with Mentaya to help my clients save money on therapy. Use this tool below to see if you qualify for reimbursement for my services.