Sliding Scale Guidelines

Note: as of June 2025, all of my sliding scale spots are full

I have a limited number of sliding scale spots in my practice, with priority given to sick/disabled queer/trans BIPOC clients.

This system is rooted in collective care, trust, and an attempt to increase accessibility for those who would otherwise be unable to afford a therapist of their choice. 

Eligibility is based on self-identification. You will not be asked for proof of your financial situation (though we will likely discuss the topic together in session and check in about it regularly). In return, I ask that you choose the highest fee that you can comfortably and sustainably afford, and let me know if your financial circumstances change so we can adjust your fee accordingly.

Please keep in mind that sliding scale eligibility and availability is subject to change based on my own capacity and caseload.

The guidelines below are intended to help you determine which fee best reflects your current financial situation.

Low Cost ($75/session)

This option is generally intended for clients whose overall financial circumstances are reflected in most of the statements below:

  • Would have significant difficulty accessing therapy without a substantially reduced fee

  • Experience ongoing financial strain and have limited flexibility in their budget

  • Have difficulty comfortably meeting their basic needs or managing unexpected expenses

  • Have significant debt and/or limited financial resources

  • Are unable to work full-time due to age, caregiving responsibilities, disability, and/or chronic illness

  • Have little to no expendable income after covering essential expenses

  • Have limited or no financial safety nets (e.g., no savings, no family support)

  • Rent lower-cost housing, have unstable housing, or rely on shared housing to keep living expenses manageable

Reduced Fee ($100 or $130/session)

This option is generally intended for clients whose overall financial circumstances are reflected in most of the statements below:

  • Would generally be able to find a therapist within their budget, but may have difficulty finding one who is the right fit for their needs

  • Typically meet their basic needs (food, housing, transportation, and medical expenses) but experience financial stress at times

  • Have stable housing (e.g., rent an apartment)

  • Have some expendable income (e.g., can afford to go to the movies or eat out on a somewhat regular basis)

  • Have an income along with several dependents and financial responsibilities (e.g., tuition, children)

  • Are unable to work full-time due to age, caregiving responsibilities, disability, and/or chronic illness (e.g., work a part-time job)

Full Fee (160$/session)

Please choose the full-fee option if you do not identify with the circumstances described in the low cost/reduced fee tiers. Paying the full fee, when you are able, helps make lower-cost therapy available to clients with greater financial need.

This option is generally intended for clients whose overall financial circumstances are reflected in most of the statements below:

  • Have extended health insurance that partially/fully reimburses the cost of sessions

  • Comfortably meet their basic needs (food, housing, transportation, and medical expenses)

  • Own a home or are comfortably able to afford a mortgage or higher-end rental housing

  • Have the financial flexibility to work part-time, reduce their hours, or choose not to work while continuing to meet their needs

  • Have a high degree of earning power (e.g., due to education, career opportunities, class privilege), even if they are not currently earning at that level

  • Have expendable income, financial savings, and spending power (e.g., can afford vacations or recreational travel, regularly purchase new clothing, have inheritance, have investments, etc.)   

Acknowledgement: I have adapted these guidelines from the suggestions and pricing structure used by Dr. Jennifer Mullan.