# How can a therapy practice stay affordable and sustainable?

URL: https://tymirahealth.com/resources/faqs/how-can-a-therapy-practice-stay-affordable-and-sustainable
For: Executives | Clinic operations | Last reviewed 8 November 2026

**Answer:** Start by cutting avoidable costs, especially admin time, missed sessions and duplicated record-keeping, before cutting the time you give clients. Offer a mix of formats where clinically appropriate, such as group sessions and online sessions, and be transparent about fees in KES. Partnerships with employers, schools and NGOs can widen access while giving the practice steadier income.

### Balancing access and sustainability

Practitioners told us they want services that people can afford without lowering professional standards. Youth-led and community initiatives face the same challenge with limited, uneven resources.

Small efficiencies add up. An hour saved on admin each day is an hour available for clients or for rest.

- Track how much time goes on admin each week, then reduce it.
- Cut missed sessions with reminders and easy rescheduling.
- Consider group or online sessions where they suit the client.
- Agree partnership models with schools, employers or NGOs.
- Review costs and fees openly once a year.

Read more: [The healthcare practice management guide for clinics](https://tymirahealth.com/resources/blog/healthcare-practice-management-clinic-operations-guide)

## More questions

### Does charging less always make therapy more accessible?

Not always. Unclear fees, travel time and long waits can be bigger barriers. Clear pricing, online options and flexible times also widen access.

### Are there free mental health support lines in Kenya?

Yes. The 1199 helpline is free, and other organisations run support lines too. They can listen and point people to low-cost services.

## Related reading

- [Healthcare Practice Management: A Clinic Operations Guide](https://tymirahealth.com/resources/blog/healthcare-practice-management-clinic-operations-guide)
- [How Counselling Centres Can Centralise Appointments, Notes and Billing](https://tymirahealth.com/resources/blog/how-counseling-centers-can-centralize-appointments-notes-billing-and-reporting)

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