What to Do When You Can’t Afford Therapy

Finding therapy that fits your budget can be a challenge, but there are lower-cost options if you know where to look.

• First, check your insurance. If you have insurance through your employer, your plan covers essential mental health services, including:

Consider making requests that’ll help you in the long term, like soliciting questions ahead of a presentation or asking your boss not to send you late-night emails unless it’s absolutely urgent.

Also, know your rights when it comes to managing your mental health (a flex schedule, additional...

1. Consider Your Approach: If you are asking for favours without any strong ties, the entire interaction can feel like begging, a transaction with no roots. Shortcut strategies and hustling without context can backfire. People may be ghosting you because you deserve that.
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