[bsdmeister]

Nice one!

Short answer: I am currently doing option 2.

Long answer:

I would say it depends on your mental condition(s). There are some conditions, specially transient ones where you could get some "as you go" counseling, apply the recommendations and review if needed. Others like depression, ADHD, GAD, etc I would recommend (based on experience as ADHD+GAD patient) to stick to a long-term commitment.

Taking myself as an example, currently I have a "subscription model" with my counselor/therapist where I pay in advance for a specific number of sessions and get 20% discount from normal session price. It is important for me to really identify the deeper issues as well organize the inner complications of living with ADHD + GAD, also important for accountability as in my case the therapist gives some "tasks" to me in a weekly basis.

[NoReg]

Great response!!! Thank you for sharing your user experience.

Option 1) is designed for individuals with light to moderate mental health needs, dealing with common emotional issues like anxiety, stress, and depression typically coming from our daily lives such as careers, relationships, and lifestyles. Using immediate conversations with a counselor to promptly address and move past your emotions, allows you to refocus on your daily life quickly. While it may not be suitable for deep-seated issues or diagnosed illnesses that require long-term treatment and scheduled appointments, it can serve as a temporary immediate solution when calendar scheduling and waiting are not ideal.