{"id":17250,"date":"2023-12-29T10:10:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-29T18:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.helloklarity.com\/?p=17250"},"modified":"2024-02-16T05:30:32","modified_gmt":"2024-02-16T13:30:32","slug":"how-much-is-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms.helloklarity.com\/post\/how-much-is-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Is Therapy and What Does It Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When seeking mental health<\/a> services in the U.S., one of the biggest barriers is price. But how much is therapy and what does it cost? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, therapy costs vary greatly depending on where you live and how you pay for it. For some, the cost of therapy is prohibitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like to see a therapist but are worried about how much therapy costs, you may be surprised to learn that some affordable options are available. Read on to learn more about how much therapy costs in the U.S., how costs are determined, and how you can access affordable therapy through Klarity<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Is Therapy in the U.S.?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The average price for a therapy session in the U.S. ranges from $65 to more than $300.1<\/sup> Therapists charge different rates depending on your location and the demand for services in the area. Therapists in cities typically charge more than therapists in rural areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s usually no difference in the cost of therapy based on the therapist\u2019s license type, and doctorate- and masters-level therapists are reimbursed at the same rate by insurance companies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, pre-licensed therapists (masters- or doctorate-level therapists who haven\u2019t completed the licensure process and therefore can only provide therapy under the supervision of a licensed practitioner) and other types of mental health services (like psychiatry or substance use counseling) may charge different prices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Service type<\/strong><\/td>Average cost<\/strong>1<\/sup><\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Psychiatrist<\/td>$200 to $400 for initial diagnostic visit<\/td><\/tr>
Licensed mental health therapist<\/td>$100 to $250 per session<\/td><\/tr>
Pre-licensed therapist<\/td>$65 to $150 per session<\/td><\/tr>
Certified alcohol and drug counselor (CADC)<\/td>Almost free to $250 per session<\/td><\/tr>
Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) behavioral therapy<\/td>$100 to $150 per hour<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How Much Do Different Types of Therapies Cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One factor that determines the cost of therapy is the specific method of therapy used. If you\u2019re looking for a therapy treatment not widely available in your area, costs per session may be higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, psychoanalysis<\/a> (long-term, intensive therapy based on Freud\u2019s theories) can be more expensive than cognitive-behavioral therapy<\/a> (which is a shorter-term, solution-focused therapy) because there are less likely to be fully qualified psychoanalysts in most areas. Psychoanalysis also requires multiple sessions a week over a long period of time, which can cause costs to add up quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other less common types of therapy<\/a> that may be more expensive in certain areas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n