I personally don't even understand how a professional can put up "rules" about 1-2 weeks in advance cancellation policy or no cancellation at all for single meetings. To me, that sounds very weird and selfish and I don't think I would see someone like that because I just feel it is morally wrong. There can always be unexpected emergencies, illness, etc. And I don't think it's fair to expect someone to at least engage in phone or Skype session if they cannot or does not want to make it in person. I've never heard this type of cancellation policies in any other professional appointment contexts and I don't think therapy is so special to justify it. Maybe if a client, who has a standing appointment, cancels a lot, it would be a good idea to discuss why that happens and find a more mutually agreeable solution. But expecting someone to never have emergencies or unforeseen appointment conflicts? I personally would tell them to take a hike. Just my opinion.

My first T had a 24 hours policy - I canceled last min several times and always paid without any objection. It was never something we discussed other than knowing the 24-hour thing. 2nd did not make strong rules but I kinda expected he would change for less than 24 hours notice. I did that only once with him, he did not charge for it and offered another appointment later in the week, which I took. I think a 24-hour policy in general is fine but if it was me, I would allow occasional last minute cancellation if it was not a pattern/habit.