Should you raise your rates?

Decided to raise? Here’s the doing-it part.

The math above is rarely what stops an owner. The client letter is. A few norms that make it easier, then a starting draft you can make your own:

• Give at least 30 days’ notice (60 is kinder, and some states or panel contracts expect it, so check yours).
• Pick a natural boundary. January 1 and September 1 are the classic fee-change dates; mid-month raises read as improvised.
• Don’t over-explain. One sentence of reason is plenty; a paragraph of justification invites negotiation. The letter does the work.

Dear [client name],

I'm writing to let you know that beginning [date: at least 30 days out], my session fee will change from $[current] to $[new].

This is the first adjustment since [year of last raise], and it allows me to keep this work sustainable and to continue showing up fully for our sessions.

If the new fee creates a real difficulty, please talk to me. I'd rather have that conversation than have it be a reason our work ends, and we can discuss options including a transition period.

Our session schedule stays exactly as it is. Thank you, as ever, for the trust you put in this work.

Warmly,
[your name]

A starting point, not a script. Adjust it to sound like you. For panel/insurance fee schedules the rules differ (your contracts control); when in doubt, a quick check with your biller or attorney beats guessing.

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