Hi FrostShifter, welcome to the forum! That’s a great question—many people find sliding scale therapy to be a helpful way to access support when cost is a concern. Essentially, it’s a payment system where therapists adjust their fees based on your income or financial situation, making therapy more affordable for those with limited resources.
The benefit of this approach is that it helps reduce financial barriers, allowing more people to receive consistent mental health care without worrying as much about cost. It’s also flexible because the fee can vary depending on your circumstances, and some clinics or therapists even have sliding scale options for sliding scale fees.
If you’re interested, reaching out to local clinics or therapists and asking if they offer sliding scale services could be a good next step. It’s an important way to make mental health care more accessible. Feel free to ask more if you’d like—there’s a lot to explore here!