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Sliding scale

Therapy you can afford.

Online sessions for New Yorkers, $30 to $80 a session. You choose the amount.

We hold sliding-scale spots for people in New York who need therapy and don't have coverage that makes it possible. Sessions are $30 to $80, and you choose the amount in that range, with no proof of income and no forms. You'll work with Laila Siddiqui, MHC-I, by secure video, with weekly sessions and the same care and supervision as every client of the practice.

Who it's for

Teens, students, and young adults located in New York who need a lower fee. Laila works with anxiety, depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, relationships, and identity.

How it works

Book a free 15-minute consultation online or text (917) 809-8067. We'll find a weekly time that works, and every session is by secure video.

$30–$80

What it costs

Per 50-minute session. You choose the amount, and no insurance is needed.

Free 15-minute consultation available. Prefer to write? Send a message below and Laila will already be selected.

Sliding scale — common questions

Do I need to prove my income?

No. You choose what you can pay between $30 and $80 per session. There are no forms or income checks.

Can I use insurance for sliding-scale sessions?

No. Sliding-scale sessions are paid directly, and superbills aren't available for them. If you'd like to use insurance, see our fees page for in-network options.

Who will I work with?

Laila Siddiqui, MHC-I, a mental health counselor completing her master's at St. John's University. She works with teens and young adults located in New York, under the clinical supervision of Tina Liu, LMHC-D.

Who is eligible?

Anyone who will be located in New York during sessions and needs a lower fee, including students. For clients under 18, a parent or guardian takes part in getting started.

How do I get started?

Book a free 15-minute consultation or a first session on our online scheduling page, text (917) 809-8067, or send a message through the form on this page.

Reach out whenever you're ready.

Text (917) 809-8067 to schedule your appointment, send a message below, or email us directly.

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Information reviewed August 2026.