Mental Health and Financial Accessibility

So you’re thinking about going to therapy. First of all—good for you. That’s a brave step (even if you’re still just thinking about it). Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, burned out, or just want to understand yourself better, therapy can be an incredibly helpful place to start.

But let’s be honest: if this is your first time looking into therapy, it can feel…a little intimidating.

Where do you start? Who do you call? What if it’s awkward? What if you cry? (Totally fine, by the way.) And then there’s the big one: What if I can’t afford it?

That last question is why we started HearHear Counseling.

We created HearHear to make it easier—and less stressful—for people to begin therapy. Especially first-timers. We know the first step is often the hardest, so we keep things simple, welcoming, and most importantly: affordable.

Here’s what you should know:

Therapy doesn’t have to break the bank.

At HearHear, we offer sessions on a sliding scale based on your income. That means you pay what you can, no guilt, no judgment.

You don’t need to have a “big” reason to go.

People start therapy for all kinds of reasons—stress, self-doubt, relationship stuff, anxiety, or even just wanting to feel more like themselves again. There’s no wrong reason to talk to someone.

You won’t have to figure it all out alone.

If you’re not sure what kind of therapist you need, or what to even say in your first session, that’s okay. We’re here to walk you through it. No pressure, no perfect answers needed.

It’s okay if you’re nervous.

Starting therapy can feel weird at first. That’s totally normal. Our job is to meet you with kindness, not judgment.

Bottom line: Therapy is for real people with real lives—not just for folks in crisis. If you’re curious about counseling, you’re already on the right path.

So if you’ve been thinking about therapy but worried about the cost (or the chaos of finding someone), take a breath. You’re not alone—and there’s an option designed with you in mind.

Curious to take that first step? We’re here for it.

Visit hearhearcounseling.com to learn more or book your first session.

We hear you. And we’re ready when you are.