Relate Counseling Center seeks to provide high-quality, low-cost outpatient mental health care to individuals, couples, and families experiencing financial hardship. It is Relate's goal to allow people access to therapy services, regardless of ability to pay. Please complete the information below to the best of your ability.

Please view our 2026 eligibility guidelines here: 2026 Sliding Fee Schedule

If you fall outside of our eligibility guidelines, please complete an application and provide additional information. We recognize that there may be extenuating circumstances impacting your financial situation, and we take these into consideration within the determination process.

 Please submit:

• Previous year's tax return. Include only the first 2 pages and black out your social security number, if possible. If you live in a household with more than one adult contributing to household income, please submit federal tax return(s) that apply to all household members. 
• If no tax return is available, or your circumstances have changed, please contact financialassistance@relatemn.org for more information about alternative supporting documentation options. 

Once your application is reviewed, our Financial Assistance team will reach out to you to discuss next steps.

If you have any questions or need help with the Financial Assistance Application, please contact us at 952-932-7277 or email the Financial Assistance Team: financialassistance@relatemn.org 

Financial Assistance approval is valid for one (1) year from the approval date. Families are required to reapply annually and provide updated financial and insurance information.

A representative from our office may contact you regarding renewal and any required supporting documentation.