Before booking a first session, it helps to know what you will pay and whether that fits your budget. There is no single national price for counselling in India. Each counsellor sets their own fees, and the price can vary by the offering you choose.
The live figures above describe eligible paid listings on Leshya only. They are not a national survey or a standard fee that every counsellor charges. Use them as context, then check the price and details on the actual offering before booking.
How counsellors price a session
When comparing fees, check the session duration, whether it is online or in person, and whether it is an individual, couple or group session. Different offerings from the same counsellor can have different prices.
Some practices may offer packages or concession rates. Check the published terms or ask the practice whether these are available. Do not assume that every counsellor offers them or that an introductory call is the same as a full session.
What can affect the price
Fees can reflect the type of session, its duration, the practice location and the counsellor's approach. A profile may also describe their training and experience. Those details help you understand an offering, but a higher price does not guarantee a better fit or outcome.
Compare the same details across offerings. A shorter session is not automatically cheaper, and an online session is not automatically cheaper than one in person. Check the listed fee rather than inferring it from the city or mode.
For an in-person session, check the address and any travel costs. For an online session, check the meeting arrangements and the available times.
How to plan a counselling budget
Decide what you can spend over a month, then discuss the proposed frequency and duration with the counsellor. The number of sessions is something to discuss for your situation, not a fixed commitment this guide can recommend.
Multiply the listed fee by the number of appointments you are considering, and include travel costs if relevant. Read the cancellation and rescheduling terms so you know what happens if your plans change.
If the proposed schedule is outside your budget, say so before booking more sessions. Ask about the available options without assuming that a concession or a different frequency will be suitable or available.
Free and lower-cost support
If private counselling is outside your budget, ask your college, employer or local public health service whether support is available and who can use it. Services, eligibility and opening hours vary.
The Government of India's Tele MANAS helpline offers free, round-the-clock mental health support on 14416. It is a separate service from a Leshya booking.
Non-profit services may also offer free or lower-cost support. Check the organisation's current service details, eligibility and hours before relying on it.
If you are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services rather than waiting for an online booking.
Compare more than the fee
Read the counsellor's profile alongside the price: their languages, experience, approach and who they work with. Price alone cannot tell you whether a counsellor is right for you.
On Leshya, the offering shows its price before you book. Check the chosen session's duration, mode, available time and cancellation terms. The live table uses each counsellor's lowest eligible paid listing, so a different offering from that counsellor may cost more.
