For many people, therapy starts as a response to a crisis — a breakup, burnout, loss, or anxiety that finally becomes too heavy to carry alone. But as therapist Crystal Rodenbaugh, MA, LPC shares in conversation with Abraham Sisay, therapy doesn’t have to end when the problem is “fixed.” It can become a lifelong tool for reflection, growth, and learning how to stay emotionally balanced.
This episode dives deep into what therapy actually looks like, what to expect, and how to navigate the confusing world of insurance, deductibles, and out-of-network costs. Together, Abraham and Crystal break down realistic options for affording therapy — from EAP programs and university clinics to how to ask about sliding scales and superbills.
Because mental health care shouldn’t feel like a mystery or a luxury — it’s a part of staying human. 
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