Expanding Access to Care
At Liberation Pathways Therapy, I believe that quality mental health care should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation. My flexible fee arrangement offerings are designed to expand access to those who need it the most.
If you're able to pay the full cost of a therapy session, your contribution plays a crucial role in making this possible. By paying the full fee, you're directly supporting someone else's journey to well-being. We deeply appreciate your commitment to not just your own mental health, but also to the mental health of our community. If you're in a position to do so, we strongly urge you to honor this policy and contribute to expanding access.
Flexible Financial Solutions
I understand that it is difficult for most individuals to be able to pay for any health or wellness service “out-of-pocket” and that my choice to not contract with insurance providers creates an extra barrier to my services. To support both my goals of creating access to care AND limiting third-party control over your wellbeing goals and needs, I am excited to offer a range of flexible fee arrangements, including adjusted fees and sliding scale options, to meet the diverse financial needs of my clients.
When I have available openings to offer flexible fee/payment arrangements, I will complete with individuals who express they are in a period of financial hardship, a “Needs & Resource Assessment” to explore a client’s means and resources (money, time, energy & support). Based on the determination of their current resources plus treatment and service needs I may offer flexible fee arrangements other than my base rate for a period of time.
Flexible Fee Arrangements (Adjusted Fees/Sliding Scale & Discount Pricing Options)
Base Fee: Our standard fee is $165 per 60-minute session ($41.25 per 15 minutes if billing in units).
Adjusted Fee Options:
Tier 1: $99 per session (40% discount) – for those with the highest level of financial hardship
Tier 2: $123.75 per session (25% discount)
Tier 3: $148.50 per session (10% discount)
Tier 4: $165 per session (full fee - no discount)
Limited Time Discount (ONLY DURING SELECT PERIODS): $107.25 per session (35% discount) – available for the first three months for all new clients who are able and willing to commit to at least 3 months of services and engage in a minimum of 2-4 sessions per month. There is no maximum limit to the number of sessions during this period, which is subject to clinician availability.
Commitment-Based Discount: $132 per session (20% discount) – available for clients who commit to a minimum of 10 sessions, to be completed within a specified duration agreed upon by the client and therapist; typically within a 6-month period.
Pre-Payment Discounts: Discounts for pre-paying for multiple sessions.
Diverse Payment Plan Options
Installment Plans: Spread the cost of sessions over a set period.
Sliding Scale Installments: Payments Adjusted based on financial capability.
Pre-Payment Discounts: Discounts for pre-paying for multiple sessions.
Deferred Payment Plans: Short-term and hardship deferrals available based on individual circumstances.
Income-Based Adjustments: Periodic and/or as needed re-assessment to adjust payment terms.
Payment Terms
We understand that every client's financial situation is unique. To ensure you can receive the support you need, we offer flexible payment options, including:
Payment Due: Choose to pay per session, monthly, or bi-weekly.
Payment Plans:
Installment Plans: Spread the cost of sessions over a set period (e.g., pay for 10 sessions over three months).
Sliding Scale Installments: Adjust payments based on financial capability, offering flexible installment plans aligned with the client's income.
Deferred Payment Plans: Short-term and hardship deferrals available based on individual circumstances.
Income-Based Adjustments: Periodic re-assessment to adjust payment terms as needed.
Conditions, Eligibility and Assessment Process
While the limited time and commitment-based discounts are open to everyone regardless of financial means, eligibility for the tiered-sliding fee rates is more specific:
Resources & Means Assessment:
Clients who believe they are experiencing financial hardship but feel that our services would be a great fit for them, do not require a higher level of care, and can actively engage in therapy regularly and consistently, would qualify for the tiered-sliding fee rates. (subject to limited availability for adjusted fee “slots”)
This assessment will involve obtaining financial information and exploring other relevant resources and barriers to determine eligibility.
You must be willing to disclose this information through a confidential assessment. You have complete freedom and choice to decline to provide the relevant, requested information from this assessment and by doing so, you understand you will not be offered possible tiered-sliding fee discounts.
Caseload Capacity:
The number of clients we can offer tiered-sliding scale rates to depends on my current caseload. Because of this circumstance, I’m forced to limit the number of discounted rate spots available. (Available spots for each tier will be adjusted after re-assessment in regular intervals.)
Consistency and Engagement:
Demonstrating financial hardship does not automatically guarantee a discounted rate. Consistent therapy session engagement, as well as active participation during and outside of therapy sessions, will be a significant factor in determining eligibility for certain rates or payment arrangements.
If a client cannot engage in weekly or bi-weekly sessions consistently or has frequent cancellations or schedule changes, due to personal commitments and responsibilities, I may offer a less frequent session schedule as an alternative.
For clients facing significant stressors or barriers that affect their engagement, a combination of different scheduling options may be more appropriate.
Commitment and Responsibility:
Limited-Time Discount Offers: Clients must commit to at least 3 months of therapy services, starting after the completion of the intake paperwork, including the adjusted fee agreement. Once the adjusted fee agreement is signed, clients (or third-party payers) are responsible for paying the total amount agreed upon, regardless of whether they complete all planned sessions. For example, if you agree to weekly sessions for three months (12 sessions) and only complete 10, you are still responsible for the remaining $214.50 (2 sessions x $107.25).
Commitment-Based Discounts: Clients must commit to a minimum of 10 sessions, to be completed within a specified duration period, mutually agreed upon by the client and clinician (typically within a 6-month period). Once the adjusted fee agreement is signed, clients (or third-party payers) are responsible for paying the total amount agreed upon, regardless of whether they complete all planned sessions within the established time period. For example, if you agree to 10 sessions at $132 each and only complete 8 after 6 months, you would still be responsible for the remaining $264 (2 sessions x $132).
Waivers Based on Need & Communication:
I understand that circumstances can change, and if a client has been actively communicating and keeping me updated, I am willing to discuss and make needed changes, potentially offering waivers based on need.
How to Apply
If you are interested in any of my adjusted fee options or flexible payment plans, please reach out to make a request for a resource & means assessment. My goal is to work with you to find a solution that allows you to access the therapy services you need without financial strain.
Get Started Today
Take the first step towards better mental health and well-being. Reach out today to learn more about our flexible fee arrangements and schedule your first session. (Complete a consultation request form at the bottom of my homepage or click on the “client portal” button to take you directly the site where you can request an appointment.)