Scholarship Fund Policy

Ali Deem Counseling

Purpose
At Ali Deem Counseling, I believe that mental health care should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances. This scholarship fund is here to support individuals who are experiencing financial hardship and seeking support in their healing journey.

How It Works

• The scholarship fund can cover part or all of the cost of therapy sessions for eligible clients.

• Scholarships are limited and awarded based on financial need and the availability of resources.

• Scholarships may be applied to individual or group therapy sessions.

Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for a scholarship, clients must:

• Demonstrate financial need.

• Commit to attending scheduled sessions and actively engaging in the therapeutic process.

• Complete a brief application sharing their financial circumstances and need.

Application Process

• Clients may apply at any time, either during the intake process or as their needs evolve.

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and decisions are made based on the availability of funds and alignment with the fund’s purpose.

Transparency and Use of Funds

• 100% of donations to the scholarship fund go directly toward providing therapy services for clients in need.

• Ali Deem Counseling maintains a separate financial account for the scholarship fund to ensure transparency and accountability.

Acknowledgement

• Donations to the scholarship fund are not tax-deductible.

• Donors will receive a thank-you acknowledgment outlining how the donation supports access to care in our community.

If you have questions about the scholarship fund, would like to donate, or want to apply, please reach out to ali@alideemcounseling.com.

Scholarship Fund Guidelines

Ali Deem Counseling

Purpose
The scholarship fund provides financial support to clients who may not otherwise be able to access mental health care.

Eligibility

• Must be a current or prospective client of Ali Deem Counseling.

• Must demonstrate financial need (e.g., low income, unemployment, unexpected hardship).

• Must complete the scholarship application.

Scholarship Amount

• Scholarships cover up to six (6) individual therapy sessions or one group therapy experience (typically six weekly group sessions).

• Award amounts are determined based on individual needs and the availability of scholarship funds.

Application Process
1. Initial Inquiry:
Clients express interest in a scholarship by contacting Ali Deem Counseling or mentioning their need during intake.

2. Application Form:
Clients complete a short application that includes:

• Statement of financial need

• Brief personal goals for therapy

• Any supporting information about current financial situation

3.Review and Decision:
Applications are reviewed by Ali Deem Counseling on a rolling basis.
Decisions are made based on:

• Financial need

• Availability of scholarship funds

• Alignment with the fund’s mission to provide accessible care

4. Notification:
Applicants will be notified via email within 7-10 business days.

Expectations for Scholarship Recipients

• Attend sessions consistently and arrive on time.

• Actively participate in the therapeutic process.

• Notify your therapist if your financial situation changes.

Duration of Support

• Scholarships are awarded for either:

  • Six (6) individual therapy sessions, or

  • One complete group therapy series (typically 6 weeks / 6 group sessions).

• Extensions may be considered based on continued need and fund availability.

Non-Discrimination and Confidentiality

• Ali Deem Counseling does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

• All application information and personal disclosures are kept strictly confidential in accordance with HIPAA and ethical standards of care.

Transparency and Use of Funds

• All funds go directly toward therapy costs for clients in need.

• A separate account is maintained for scholarship donations to ensure transparency and accountability.

If you have questions about the scholarship fund, would like to donate, or want to apply, please contact us at ali@alideemcounseling.com

Ali Deem Counseling is currently in the process of exploring options to make donations to the Scholarship Fund tax-deductible. At this time, donations are not tax-deductible under current IRS guidelines. We are committed to transparency and will provide updates as we work toward formalizing this process.

Thank you for supporting accessible mental health care in our community.