If you cant afford therapy what do you do?

If you’re struggling with your mental health but can’t afford a therapist, what are you supposed to do?

Struggling with your mental health but can’t afford a therapist? There is something you can do! Take this case for example

“Muthoni I’m going through something very difficult in my life. Everything that you’d imagine. I lost my brother who was my only support system couple of months ago. I’m also struggling to leave an abusive marriage which made me lose my job recently due to absentia. I definitely can’t afford therapy, definitely. I have nothing left to my name. I think I’m already in depression, please help me. I have no money to pay for sessions, not even subsidized ones’’

The first thing that comes to my mind is Leverage Online Resources! Consider Self-Help Materials: Books, podcasts, and websites dedicated to mental health can offer guidance and exercises that can help you cope. Take a page such as mental health matters with Muthoni Mbai on Facebook for example. I believe there is an article on all of the challenges she stated. Starting from loss and grief, toxic relationships, losses in general etc. This can offer guidance and exercises that can help you cope. Websites dedicated to mental health such as therapyke.com have free resources available.

Explore Free Mental Health Apps. Some apps offer free services for some while providing tools for managing stress, anxiety, and depression.

For some emergency mental health issues that require immediate action such as suicide risk, you can contact Crisis Text Lines or Hotlines. These services offer immediate support if you’re feeling overwhelmed. You can also connect with trained volunteers who can guide you through such difficult moments.

How to get therapy when you can’t afford it

Therapy is a crucial tool for mental well-being, but for many people, it can be prohibitively expensive. Actually, most of the insurance covers do not cover it or they may do it partially. Truth be told, the subsidized cost may still be high for an individual with a mental health issue, leaving them stranded. The cost of therapy can vary widely depending on location, therapist credentials, and the frequency of sessions, with prices ranging from moderate to quite high. This often leaves those who need help feeling discouraged or unable to seek the support they deserve. However, while therapy can be expensive, there are several accessible and affordable alternatives that can offer meaningful support! Want to know this alternatives? Keep it here!

What do I do when I can’t afford a therapist and have no one to talk to?

Honestly, not everyone can afford therapy. If you have been to therapy, especially when sessions are more than just one, you agree with me that it can be quite expensive. Does it mean that you will not get help? Definitely No!

May be you feel like the only person you can talk to is the very person behind your depression. Here is something you can do:

Practice Self-Care and Mental Health Habits

Journaling: Writing about your feelings and thoughts can help you process emotions, track patterns, and release stress.

Mindfulness and Meditation: Free videos, informative online pages or apps can guide you through mindfulness exercises to manage stress and anxiety.

Exercise: Physical activity has proven mental health benefits, such as boosting mood and relieving anxiety.

Apparently, there is so much information online, most which is covered in therapy sessions. You can benefit from this resources for free!

I totally can’t afford therapy, and I am in despair, I need help in my life. Because no one is here for me. What can I do?

Apparently, at therapyke.com, we get this concern all the time. Having run a mental health awareness page on Facebook, Mental health matters with Muthoni Mbai, I get to see clients who are in despair, people sliding into depression and others stuck in very toxic relationships, who constantly request for free sessions in there and in other such platforms.

Here are a few places you can get therapy when you cannot afford it:

Sliding Scale Therapists: Some therapists offer sliding scale fees based on your financial situation. Websites like therapyke.com have therapists who offer affordable rates.

Community Mental Health Centers: Many communities have public or non-profit mental health centers that offer therapy services on a sliding scale based on income or even for free. Look for local clinics or centers supported by the government or non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

Online Therapy Platforms: Some online therapy platforms offer lower-cost therapy sessions compared to traditional in-person sessions. Platforms like mental health with Muthoni Mbai on Facebook or therapyke.com provide online therapy sessions, which may be more affordable, and equally helpful.

University Counseling Centers: Many universities have counseling centers that provide free or low-cost therapy to students. Some universities with psychology or counseling programs also offer therapy from trainees under supervision, often at reduced rates.

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs): If you are employed, your company might offer mental health support through an Employee Assistance Program, which often provides free short-term counseling.

Group Therapy: Group therapy sessions te9nd to be more affordable than individual therapy. You can benefit from a supportive environment at a fraction of the cost. Have a group in mind? Reach out to therapyke.com and leave the rest to them.

Non-Profit Organizations: There are several non-profit organizations that offer free or low-cost therapy.

Support Groups: Peer support groups, such as those offered by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or SMART Recovery, can be valuable resources for mental health support and are typically free.

Religious or Spiritual Organizations: Some religious organizations offer counseling services to their members for free or at low cost, provided by trained clergy or counselors.

Therapy Apps and Self-Help Resources: While not a substitute for therapy, mental health apps, podcasts, and books can provide valuable tools for managing mental health challenges until you can access professional help.