CNET February 17, 2023
Taylor Leamey

Therapy is expensive. Here are some things you can do to manage your mental health in the meantime.

Mental health struggles aren’t something to take lightly. When experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, seeking therapy can help you establish a treatment plan. But what are you supposed to do if you can’t afford it? Even with sliding scale payments, it’s expensive. Online therapy services like BetterHelp and Talkspace make it more affordable, at around $60 to $90 per session. However, that’s still not in the budget for many people.

Therapy will always be the gold standard for mental health treatment. Though circumstances can make it temporarily impossible. These four strategies improve your mental health without spending any money.

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