Is Psychotherapy expensive?
Yes, the cost of psychotherapy can quickly add up, especially if one pays out of pocket. But, let us consider the hidden costs of not getting good psychotherapy.
What does untreated Depression or Anxiety cost? Just in terms of lost productivity, the costs are huge to the person, family and the economy. Additionally, the emotional effect on families of depressed or anxious people can be immense. How does one factor in the cost of unhappy relationships, failed friendships, poor communication and lack of self care? What happens when this is passed on to the children in these relationships?
Poor financial decisions are usually made when one is anxious. When a person is calm and able to look at long term financial health, the decisions made are very different from jumpy reactionary ones. Sadly, there are too many people who spend time looking at what is on sale that week instead of spending that same time looking at their financial plans.
One of the rewards of spending time and money on psychotherapy, beyond the immediate improvement in relationships, is a more conscious life. Being conscious on a day to day basis helps a person avoid anxious behaviors, and begin to consider and implement long term goals and plans – whether personal and family, work-life balance, health, parenting, or long term financial planning.