What if the consultant who wants to do the consulting is beyond their financial means?

Hello! I'm sorry to read your text. I'm here to help if I can.

The price of counseling reflects the counselor's ability. The main goal is to make the visitor feel comfortable.

It's also a strange kind of fate to meet a counselor who understands you.

Second, you said that since the teacher's price is around 400 and you can't afford it, it feels like a miracle to save you, but you didn't take it, leaving you helpless. At the same time, I can also feel that you are motivated and hope to change.

This is a good sign and a start to changing yourself.

Then you say, "I've changed teachers through four years of counseling. I still need counseling."

But at a price of 400 yuan. I would run out of money.

Four years of psychological counseling is not short. Why not learn it yourself? The internet has lots of courses you can take.

For example, a listening therapist at Yixinli, an encouragement counselor for positive discipline. The money you save is enough to take the class.

❤️Psychological counseling requires understanding why people act the way they do. The best investment is in yourself.

There are many courses on relationships. You can't change someone unless they're willing to change themselves!

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Good day, colleague. I can see that you are experiencing some confusion at the moment, so I am here to help.

You are currently experiencing some difficulties with psychological counseling. Please accept my sincerest apologies.

You have indicated that you aspire to become a counselor, but that you lack the financial resources to do so.

Counselors are, in fact, human and can be negotiated with.

A colleague of mine from university, who had been interested in pursuing a career in counseling for some time, has been in practice for over four years.

She informed the counselor at the time that despite having commenced employment, she was unable to afford the costs due to the low remuneration package.

The counselor informed her that she could apply for a subsidy from the government, which would reduce the consultation fee to approximately 30%.

To the best of my knowledge, the fees for counselors on the Yixinli platform range from 300 to 400 RMB.

Classmate, you may wish to consider another sister platform, namely psychology.

The standard fee for a 50-minute session of psychological counseling on the aforementioned platform is 100 RMB.

Perhaps this approach could be attempted at this stage.

Or perhaps you believe that long-term counseling would be beneficial.

You may then wish to consider reading psychology-related books independently.

When you resume your professional activities in the future, will it be feasible to return here for counseling with a counselor from the platform?

The counselor is merely a support mechanism; ultimately, you are responsible for your own actions.

You have been in counseling for four years, yet the issue remains unresolved.

I would like to pose a question to you now.

The question, therefore, is whether you are prepared to make a change.

If you are not prepared to implement a change, then regardless of the extent of counseling you engage in, it will be futile.

If this is the case, I suggest you wait until you are prepared to implement changes and then seek assistance from a counselor.

I hope you will be able to find an effective solution to the problem you are facing as soon as possible.

At this time, I can only suggest these possibilities.

I hope my responses above will prove useful and motivating to you. I am the solution, and I study diligently every day.

At Yixinli, we extend our best wishes to you and the world.

Hello, I'm Xiaolan. I hope I can be of help to you!

When you ended your relationship with your previous counselor, you met someone you felt good with, but this counselor charges a high fee, which is affordable for you only for 20 sessions, not the long-term counseling you hope for. You're torn between starting high-priced counseling with the counselor you feel good with or choosing a relatively low-priced counselor.

Counselors have different levels of skill and charge different fees, but the fee doesn't necessarily reflect the level of skill. Even a highly experienced counselor with a good match between counselor and client may not be effective if the client isn't ready to change.

Counseling is about more than just holding and accompanying people. It also requires in-depth analysis and discussion, exploring those dark, unwilling-to-face parts. This process is painful, and the deeper you go, the more painful it becomes. It's like molting, a somewhat painful and difficult process.

I'd like to ask you a few questions about this dilemma.

1. What's driving you to keep seeking counseling?

2. You've been seeing counselors for four years and have changed many of them. Is there ever a counselor you feel good about when you first start working with them?

3. In counseling, the counselor and the client need to get to know each other, and the issues discussed will become more in-depth. Typically, when you change counselors, you have to start all over again, and you have to go over the issues again. What is the main reason for your frequent changes of counselors?

4. Do you have anyone in your life with whom you can maintain a long-term relationship? Is there someone you get along with in a similar way to how you get along with your counselor?

5. You feel like the problem hasn't been totally resolved. If, after talking to a new counselor for a while, your problem is completely resolved, think carefully about what will be different about you. Who will be the first to notice the change?

Time and money are both important. Only by understanding your real needs can you choose what's best for you. I hope you'll soon emerge from the fog, stop struggling, and I wish you all the best!

I empathize with the predicament the questioner is facing. On the one hand, they have identified a counselor who seems to be a good fit and believe that continuing the process will undoubtedly lead to positive outcomes.

From a practical standpoint, however, the fees associated with this consultant are not within your current budgetary constraints. It may be challenging to forego this option for the time being.

This is a common dilemma that we frequently encounter. It is akin to a situation where a patient is presented with two options by a physician. One is the original research drug, which is more expensive but more effective. The other is the generic drug, which is cheaper but also effective.

At this juncture, the patient is responsible for selecting an appropriate treatment plan that aligns with their financial resources. Cost-effectiveness is a crucial consideration in this decision-making process.

Additionally, the questioner may send a message to the consultant to inquire about the meaning behind the quote. Some consultants adjust their prices for various reasons. For instance, many consultants offer low-cost consultations, which means that for every 10 cases they take on, there will be two or three low-cost consultations. If the opportunity arises to meet with him, it would be beneficial.

Furthermore, there is no cause for concern regarding the potential reduction in the quality of the consultation. This is because the consultant is bound by the ethical standards of the industry and is required to treat all visits with equal consideration.

As an alternative, the questioner may opt to have a few sessions with the consultant, given that the difference between 300 and 400 is not significant. These sessions will allow for a better understanding of both the consultant and the questioner, which will in turn inform the decision-making process.

As an example, you may wish to consider whether you would prefer to work part-time in order to generate additional income to continue the counseling sessions, or alternatively, to discuss your concerns with the counselor.

Hello!

These personal opinions are for you to think about as you decide on a counselor and pay for counseling.

1. Understanding the consultation fee is part of the consultation.

The fee for psychological counseling is a form of counseling that plays an important role.

After paying the consultation fee, the visitor will pay more attention to the consultation process, which improves efficiency. The fee also maintains the consultation relationship.

2. Cost and match don't always go together.

The price of a counselor doesn't necessarily reflect their quality or the results of their work.

We often think you get what you pay for. But in psychology, even novice counselors have their own advantages. It's more important to find a counselor who matches you.

Psychological counseling is about two people forming a relationship. This is the only way the client can heal and grow. Counseling requires two different personalities to interact. There is no standard for finding a counselor. Look at your feelings and experiences. The most important thing is that the counselor can make you feel cared for and secure.

3. Talk to your counselor about your feelings about the cost of counseling. Be honest about your finances and thoughts. This discussion is important for counseling. It helps to understand if you need care like a mother from your counselor. It also helps to know if you are resisting or projecting.

Counseling fees depend on the counselor's background, skills, and the fee structure of their workplace. Many counselors also consider their clients' financial situation.

Talk to your counselor about fees.

4. Don't depend too much on your counselor.

If you've had many sessions and still have problems, think about what you want to change and whether you depend too much on the counselor.

Psychological counseling is a process of self-help with the help of professionals. It depends on many factors, including the client's willingness and state of self-change.

Psychological counseling is about growing mentally.

As a visitor, focus on self-growth.

I hope Hongyu's reply helps you. Thanks for your question!

Good day, question asker.

From what you've shared in your post, it seems like you're facing some challenges with doing counseling yourself. On the one hand, your current financial situation might not allow you to continue.

They are satisfied with their counselor, but they are also facing the challenge of not being able to find a suitable counselor at this time. They are hoping to be able to negotiate with their counselor in a way that would be beneficial for both parties.

It's understandable that they're concerned about being rejected or the potential impact on the counseling's effectiveness, even if the counselor agrees reluctantly. It's a challenging situation.

I'm not sure how old you are. Could you please tell me what the symptoms are? I'd also like to understand why you changed counselors so many times over a period of four years.

If I may, I would like to offer some insights from a dynamic perspective. From this vantage point, I can help you analyze the situation from the following perspectives:

If a client repeatedly changes counselors, it may be worth considering that in some cases, the professional competence of the counselors in question may not be as high as it could be.

It might also be the case that the visitor's personality includes a perfectionist complex.

It may also be related to the fact that they did not have the opportunity to establish an attachment relationship with their caregivers in their early years, which could have provided a sense of security.

As a result, they may find it challenging to trust others, which can make it difficult for them to form and maintain stable relationships.

I believe there may be another reason. If the client has suffered too many blows in their upbringing by their parents and has always wanted to prove themselves by frustrating their parents,

It is also possible that, as they grow up, they may become frustrated with the counselor and end the counseling process in order to satisfy their early wishes.

It is also possible that a client who did not receive sufficient nourishment during early development may subconsciously seek out counseling as an adult.

It is possible that they may not want to grow up and may wish to continue staying with "Mom" (the counselor) for a while longer to satisfy their oral-stage desires.

It is also possible that if the client did not complete the separation and individuation process well in their early years, they may become attached to the counselor.

It may be the case that they are used to living in a two-in-one, mother-child or mother-daughter symbiosis, which could make it difficult for them to cope with the anxiety caused by separation.

If I might ask, what is your opinion?

I have been fortunate to grow up through counseling for four years, and I believe that any professional counselor may be able to help you.

Some counselors may be more suited to your needs than others.

Could it be that you've found a counselor who is a better fit for you and evokes more empathy from you? This could be why you're having a hard time letting go.

Ultimately, the most important thing is to identify what might be preventing you from making a choice.

Could this perhaps be making you indecisive?

From an economic standpoint, it is possible that finding an inexpensive consultant may result in a slight delay in the consultation process and a longer overall growth period. However, it is important to consider that there may be other factors at play.

Perhaps it would be helpful to consider

It is also possible that finding a consultant with a higher consultation fee may help to shorten your growth time, allowing you to enhance your social functions more quickly.

And thus enter society at an earlier age and grow into the person they want to be?

I would also like to respectfully remind you that the cost of living in each city where a consultant is located is different, and that their training experience varies as well.

It is also worth noting that the level of consultation fees may not fully reflect the consultant's business acumen and ability.

As a general rule, the starting price for a consultant in big cities like Beijing and Shanghai is around 500 yuan. Otherwise, it can be challenging for them to support themselves.

In a fourth-tier city, a consulting fee of 300 to 400 yuan should be sufficient to live a comfortable life.

If I might make one more suggestion, in addition to counseling, reading psychology books can also facilitate faster growth.

You may also wish to consider participating in various psychological group activities, such as growth groups or book clubs, which could potentially help to reduce your investment.

I would like to suggest that you consider making an investment in yourself, for example.

I am counselor Yao, and I will continue to support and care for you to the best of my abilities.