Affordable Therapy in Indianapolis
Therapy is an investment in yourself. Therapy for many is a life-changing experience. The effects of therapy are far reaching beyond the the time spent in the 50-minute session. Private pay therapy is often cost-prohibitive, even with sliding scale. To address this, most therapists at Brave Life Therapy have spots in their schedule for reduced fee or pro-bono work but often those spots get filled fast.
At Brave Life Therapy, it's important to us that everyone has access to mental health services. Through our counseling internship program, we are able to make this a reality and offer affordable therapy in Indianapolis. Select pro bono slots available.
Our counseling interns are in their last semesters of graduate school in mental health counseling and are in the process of obtaining their hours for graduation. All our interns at Brave Life Therapy have additional trainings outside of school in areas of LGBTQ+ affirming care, dialectal behavioral therapy (DBT), are trauma-informed and much more. These are full length, 50 minute long sessions and can be scheduled weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.
Each intern offers 2 free sessions then pay what you can between $40-$60 and this funding goes towards their supervision and additional trainings.
Learn more about our process and our Master’s level interns below, then click to schedule an intake and get started!
Our Master’s level students do not take insurance and can not provide reimbursement for insurance.
Accepting New Clients
Colby Thomas, He/They, Masters Intern
Colby is currently enrolled in the Mental Health Counseling and Counseling Education program at Indiana University Bloomington. He earned a bachelor's in psychology and sociology from Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, Tennessee. He grew up in Southern Appalachia where therapy is reserved for "rich folk." He hopes to offer services to anyone who is in need, no matter their financial situation. Colby believes that mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it is a privilege that very few are able to obtain. He has been taught that meeting the client where they are is the best course of action when beginning the therapeutic relationship. He plans to meet all of his clients at their own starting points.
Colby hopes to specialize in sex therapy and open his own practice. Colby’s other interests are in couples and marriage counseling, queer identities, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
Colby shares, “in my personal life, I enjoy water sports like wake boarding or water skiing, reading, looking at art (not making it), and card games.”
Rate: 2 free therapy sessions then pay what you can between $40-$60.
Fees allow students to receive advanced trainings, additional clinical supervision and stipend.
Accepting New Clients
Amber Redd, She/Her, Masters Intern
Amber is completing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Butler University. Originally from Gary, Indiana, she now resides in downtown Indianapolis and brings a rich background in physical wellness to her mental health practice. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Personal Training Certification from Indiana University, as well as an Associate of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Indianapolis.
She approaches counseling from a person-centered and eclectic framework, tailoring her support to each client’s individual needs. She is passionate about creating a collaborative, safe, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. She believes you are the expert of your own life and she is a support to guide you home to your authentic self. She enjoys (but not limited to) walking alongside others navigating relationships, identity and sexual exploration, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Amber is especially committed to affirming the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. She brings a holistic, mind-body lens to the counseling relationship and value the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. As an intern, she is dedicated to continued professional development and staying informed on current, evidence-based practices.
Amber shares, “outside of work, I enjoy volunteering on the board of Stonewall Sports, spending time with my loved ones, traveling, sporting events, and being active.”
Rate: 2 free therapy sessions then pay what you can between $40-$60.
Fees allow students to receive advanced trainings, additional clinical supervision and stipend.