Self-pay · no insurance needed
Affordable Therapy in Orem, Utah — Our Sliding Fee Scale
Cost shouldn’t stand between you and support. Compass Mental Health Services offers a sliding fee scale so therapy in Orem and across Utah stays affordable for people paying out of pocket. Your session rate is based on your annual household income — reduced, income-based pricing for self-pay clients.
What is a sliding fee scale?
A sliding fee scale is a reduced, income-based rate for therapy. Instead of a single flat price, your fee for a 60-minute session is set according to your annual household income — so the lower your income, the lower your rate. It’s a common way to make counseling more affordable and accessible for uninsured and self-pay clients.
Sliding-scale session rates
Rates below are per 60-minute session for self-pay clients:
| Annual household income | Individual (60 min) | Family (60 min) | Group (60 min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 – $10,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| $10,001 – $20,000 | $25 | $25 | $20 |
| $20,001 – $30,000 | $35 | $35 | $25 |
| $30,001 – $40,000 | $50 | $50 | $35 |
| $40,001 – $50,000 | $75 | $75 | $45 |
| $50,001 – $60,000 | $110 | $110 | $55 |
| $60,001 – $70,000 | $130 | $130 | $65 |
Households earning above $70,000 pay our standard self-pay rate of $130 / session.
In keeping with the federal No Surprises Act (2022), this scale is provided so self-pay clients understand their session costs up front.
Common questions about affordable & low-cost therapy
How much does therapy cost without insurance in Orem?
For self-pay clients, Compass Mental Health uses a sliding fee scale based on annual household income — reduced session rates that range from $0 up to the standard self-pay rate of $130 per session. Lower-income households qualify for the lowest rates.
Do you offer affordable or low-cost therapy?
Yes. Our sliding fee scale is designed to make therapy affordable for individuals and families paying out of pocket in Orem and across Utah, so cost is less of a barrier to getting support.
What is a sliding fee scale?
A sliding fee scale is a reduced, income-based rate for therapy. Instead of one flat price, your session fee is set according to your annual household income, so more affordable rates are available to lower-income clients.
Can I use the sliding scale if I have insurance?
No — the sliding fee scale is only for self-pay clients who are not using insurance. If you have coverage, we are in-network with most major Utah insurers; see our insurance page for the full list.
How do I qualify for the sliding scale?
You must be paying out of pocket (self-pay) and provide two proofs of your annual household income — for example a recent tax return, pay stubs, or a W-2. Sliding-scale rates are reviewed and approved by the practice, and documentation must be current and verifiable.
Is sliding-scale therapy the same as free therapy?
Not exactly. Households in the lowest income tier ($0–$10,000) qualify for $0 sessions, while everyone else pays a reduced rate scaled to their income. It makes therapy more affordable rather than universally free.
Have questions about sliding-scale eligibility? Reach out and we’ll walk you through it.