Do you get hit with debilitating nervousness and tenseness during relatively innocuous events? Do you exhibit an inability to self regulate and maintain a calm disposition in generally harmless surroundings? Do you often wake up in the middle of the night with feelings of dread and panic over what the immediate or longterm future holds? If so, you may have problems with anxiety.
As someone struggling with anxiety, you know all too well that its impact spans beyond the above feelings and emotions. It may come with physical manifestations such as heart palpitations, sweating, trembling, shaking, chronic headaches, muscle aches, and compromised gut health. It may also be marked by compromised behavior and decision making, having you avoid social gatherings, professional situations, travel, and more. All of this holds you back from enjoying a fulfilling life.
There may be some peace of mind in knowing that you’re not alone in your struggle. Not by a long shot. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that more than 19% of the U.S. adult population suffers with some form of anxiety. Further, there are various types of anxiety disorders in addition to cooccurring mental health concerns that you should know about. These include the following:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Social Phobia
- Panic Disorder
- Bipolar Disorders (BP I and BP II)
- Depression
- Gambling Disorder
- Gaming disorder
- Hypersexuality disorders
- Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Understanding the depth of what you may be experiencing is important because it signals the importance of professional diagnosis and subsequent therapy. The good news, is that you’re searching for information on the investment required for intervention. Moreover, you prefer an effective option that is available online for your own comfort and convenience.
So how much does anxiety therapy cost? Read ahead to find out.
What it Costs for Effective Online Therapy for Anxiety Disorder and What Else You Need to Know
Financial Cost of Living with Anxiety
Before we provide specifics regarding the cost of anxiety therapy, it’s important to address the financial consequences of the disorder/s. You already understand (and have experienced) the familial and social toll that it has taken, but perspective on the monetary value can show how therapy is not just an expense, but an investment that pays material dividends.
People who live with constant and recurring anxiety often have trouble in their careers, professions, and with other income earning opportunities. For instance, nervousness, tenseness, and associated feelings can make it impossible to prepare for and conduct meetings and presentations that are required to close deals and garner promotions. An inability to attend conferences, trade shows, and other professional gatherings due to social phobia can obliterate potential for networking. Meanwhile, compromised cognitive functioning associated with chronic anxiety can result in poor decision making regarding finances.
“Depression and anxiety directly affect the way people think, by capturing their attention and distorting their memory. Such effects are likely to influence economic preferences and beliefs and thus distort important economic decisions made by individuals, such as how much to work, invest, and consume. Reduced concentration and greater fatigue reduce work productivity, and the social stigma of mental illness may further worsen labor-market outcomes. “ (science.org)
In summation, there are financial consequences associated with all types of anxiety disorders. Consider this when calculating what you may think you can and cannot afford.
Cost of Prescription Anxiety Medication
Are you taking (or considering) prescription medications? If so, this should be calculated when tallying the cost of anxiety treatment. The most common prescription anxiety medications are classified as serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or benzodiazepines. Below is the general price range (without insurance) for each, based upon a 30-day supply:
- Citalopram (SSRI) $40-50 (approximately)
- Escitalopram (SSRI) $400 (approximately)
- Fluoxetine(SSRI) $60 (approximately)
- Sertraline (SSRI) $75 (approximately)
- Xanax (benzodiazepines) $200-300 (approximately)
- Ativan (benzodiazepines) $25-30 (approximately)
- Valium (benzodiazepines) $200-200 (approximately)
*Price ranges curated from SingleCare and GoodRX and vary by state, provider, etc.
Prescription medications can be an effective part of an anxiety treatment strategy. However, a number of people who struggle with the disorder are looking for alternatives to anxiety medication. Whether their (your?) reasons for seeking an alternative are financially motivated or otherwise, therapy can be an alternative, and most certainly a supplement to medication. Please read ahead for your definitive answer on the cost of anxiety therapy.
Is Anxiety Therapy Covered by Insurance?
Did you know that a significant portion of the cost (60 to 80% in some cases) of anxiety therapy may be reimbursable under a variety of insurance plans? This is typically viable via its inclusion in mental health therapy services, which are often covered by insurers. A list of insurance providers that may cover anxiety therapy through Kindbridge Behavioral Health can be found here.
Individual Cost of Online Anxiety Therapy
$165 per Session (without subscription)
Individual one-on-one counseling for anxiety with Kindbridge Behavioral Health is $165 per session. Your first session will include an assessment which will determine whether your anxiety issues are mild, moderate, severe, and/or correlated with some other underlying mental health concern. Your very first $165 session with assessment can actually help you save money, as an inadequate diagnosis (or misdiagnosis) from another provider can cost much more in the wrong form of treatment. Once the assessment has been completed, your road to wellness can begin at a very affordable investment of just $165 per 60-minute session. Learn more about individual anxiety therapy.
$349 per Month Subscription
Our Essential Care subscription offers everything detailed in the single session discussed above, but provides two 60-minute sessions per month.
$499 per Month Subscription
Our Advanced Care subscription offers everything detailed in the single session discussed above, but provides four 60-minute sessions per month in addition to four specialized weekly hour-long group therapy sessions per month. This premium option is ideal for those who suffer from more severe anxiety and/or cooccurring issues.
Recovery Coaching: $240 Bi-Monthly
Coaching sessions are aimed at teaching individuals specific skills and coping strategies for managing their anxiety. This package includes two one-hour coaching sessions per month and four specialized weekly group sessions per month.
Group Anxiety Therapy
$75 per Session (without subscription)
Group Therapy focuses on the communal aspect of counseling and provides weekly access to one-hour group counseling sessions. This platform serves as a supportive network for individuals to share, learn, and grow amidst others experiencing similar issues with anxiety. Single one-hour sessions are an ideal way to experience how therapy sessions are conducted.
$199 per Month Subscription
Our Group Therapy subscription gives participants the benefits of consistent communal counseling on a weekly basis. This package allows for more immersive learning and relationship building, providing an encouraging atmosphere where participants can share in each others progress and successes in the battle to overcome anxiety and related concerns. This package includes four one-hour group sessions per month.
Invest in yourself by entering anxiety therapy today. It will pay for itself by alleviating the financial, professional, social, and familial burden it has had on your life. Reach out via the contacts provided below to get started.
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