I was very lucky to begin therapy when I was a grad student at a large University 25 years ago, so the services at the University were very cheap, and the number of sessions was unlimited. I think I paid @ $15 an hour at first, then @$20.

When I wasn't eligible for the University services anymore, I saw my T in his private practice, and he kept my fee at $15 for a long time because I hadn't found a job. When I got a job, we went up to $30, which was @ half his normal fee. Finally, I got more stability and could pay his full fee. I rarely had any insurance that covered counseling.