Frequently, the first question people ask about our counseling services is, “what does it cost?”  What this tells us is that this customer sees our service as a commodity.  A commodity is typically something like corn or grain or gas where there is a large supply that is essentially all the same.  With a commodity, the only concern is “what does it cost?”  Get the lowest price because it is all the same.  All counseling is not the same and doesn’t have the same effectiveness and therefore isn’t a commodity. Many times people settle for what their insurance will cover or what they have known in the past, namely traditional medical model based counseling. Pastoral counseling is an alternative for those who have tried traditional counseling with no results or who don’t have a qualified local Christian counselor.

Comparing cost 

Better Help – The average monthly cost for this subscription service is $280.  For that price, you get weekly 30–45-minute sessions (although they state that this depends on the therapist’s availability), chat options, and unlimited text messaging.  It’s hard to tell what you actually get.  It seems like a lot of counseling is done through web chat and text messaging with 30-minute check-ins through video calls.  This also may vary greatly depending on the counselor. 

NuWell – 50–60-minute sessions are $80-$125 per session depending on income.  (Counseling by interns can be as low as $55 per session).   This means on average you can do 3 sessions a month for the cost of Better Help.  These costs can be further managed by doing only 1 or 2 sessions per month.  When sessions are less frequent your counselor will give you more to work on in between so you can continue your progress between sessions.  With this in mind, you may be able to get more effective services through us at the same or lower cost.  Learn More by Booking Our Free 15 -30 Minutes Video Call.

Pastoral counseling is distinct from traditional counseling in that it combines therapeutic support with spiritual guidance. While traditional counseling often focuses on mental health using clinically based methods, pastoral counseling also considers the spiritual and moral dimensions of a person’s well-being, integrating faith-based principles into the counseling process. Pastoral counselors are trained to address emotional and psychological issues through a lens of spiritual insight, offering guidance that aligns with one’s faith and values. This approach can be especially beneficial for those seeking support that honors both their mental and spiritual needs.