Open Path Collective Explained

Open Path Collective
Type:Nonprofit organization
Founders:Paul Fugelsang
Hq Location:Asheville, North Carolina, U.S.
Area Served:United States
Services:Psychotherapy network
Industry:Psychotherapy

Open Path Collective is a nonprofit network of psychotherapy professionals who offer discounted services to members. Providers offer both in person and telemedicine services.[1] Rates are offered at a significant discount to prevailing local prices for mental health services. The collective was started by Paul Fugelsang in 2013.[2]

Membership is reserved for people who make less than $100,000 per year, and who cannot find providers through their insurance plan.[3] To become a member, clients are asked to self certify that they are financially eligible, and cannot find appropriate care through their insurance. Clients also pay a one-time $65 fee to become a lifetime member. If their financial situation changes, members are expected to reevaluate the fee structure with their therapist. Couples who use the service are only charged one membership fee when they use couples therapy.[4]

The network includes, licensed professional counselors, interns, and pre-licensed professionals; all of which offer their services at different prices. There is no cost for therapists to list their name in the directory.[5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is Worth Consideration . . 7 August 2015 . PsychCentral . 22 November 2023 .
  2. Web site: Open Path Psychotherapy Collective – Affordable Counseling for All with Paul Fugelsang . Shook . Mike . Palo Alto University . 23 November 2023 .
  3. Web site: Clients: Frequently Asked Questions . . Open Path Collective . 22 November 2023 .
  4. Web site: 8 Best Affordable Online Therapy Options for 2023 . . 16 November 2023 . PsychCentral . 22 November 2023. https://archive.today/20231124153129/https://psychcentral.com/reviews/affordable-therapy%23comparison. 24 November 2023 .
  5. Web site: Open Path Collective Review 2023: Cost, Pros & Cons, & Is It Right for Your Practice? . . August 2, 2023 . Choosing Therapy . 22 November 2023 . https://archive.today/20231122153156/https://www.choosingtherapy.com/open-path-collective-review/ . 22 November 2023.