Most therapy session projects cost between $50.00 and $250 per session, with a typical price near $150. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical therapy session cost
$50.00 – $250
per session · typical $150
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Therapy session cost breakdown
- Group therapy$30.00 – $80.00typical $50.00
- Licensed counselor$80.00 – $150typical $120
- Psychologist$150 – $250typical $200
What Mental Health Care costs
This covers a 50-minute session with a licensed therapist, psychologist, or counselor. Prices vary by credentials, location, and whether you use insurance. Sliding scale fees and online therapy can lower costs.
Costs by state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently asked questions
Why is therapy so expensive?
Therapists have advanced degrees, ongoing training, and often pay for their own office space and insurance. Also, demand is high.
How can I afford therapy?
Use your insurance if covered, ask for a sliding scale, or try online platforms like BetterHelp that offer lower rates. Also, check employee assistance programs.
Is online therapy cheaper?
Often yes, with plans starting around $60–$90 per week. But you get a subscription with messaging and live sessions.