# How should mental health clinics in Africa price therapy sessions?

URL: https://tymirahealth.com/resources/faqs/how-should-mental-health-clinics-in-africa-price-therapy-sessions
For: Finance | Mental health | Last reviewed 23 October 2026

**Answer:** Mental health clinics in Africa should price sessions from the real cost of delivering care, including clinician time, premises, systems and admin, then compare with local market rates and what payers reimburse. Many add sliding-scale or package options to stay accessible, and publish clear fees and cancellation terms to protect revenue.

### Building a session price

**Inputs**

- Clinician pay per hour, including non-client time for notes and supervision.
- Premises, utilities and equipment.
- Software, payment and banking fees.
- Admin and reception time.
- Target margin for reinvestment.
- Insurer and SHA tariffs for the same service.

Clear published fees, deposits and cancellation policies reduce disputes and lost revenue, and help clients plan.

> **Important:** This Knowledge Hub article is operational and product-neutral education. It does not provide clinical, legal or regulatory advice. Local clinical governance, privacy and compliance review should guide live clinic decisions.

## More questions

### Should therapy fees differ by clinician seniority?

Many clinics price by role or experience, for example counsellor, psychologist and psychiatrist.

### Do sliding-scale fees hurt revenue?

If capped and planned, they can widen access while protecting overall revenue.

### Should clinics charge for missed sessions?

Many do, with clear notice periods, to protect clinician time.

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