For RLT Practitioners

Become a Sliding Scale Practitioner

Donate your services as you develop your RLT skills

A therapist and client in a calm therapy session

Sliding Scale Therapy: A Relational Exchange

The Relational Life Foundation is built on a simple truth: relational skills should not be a luxury. At the same time, learning to practice Relational Life Therapy happens best in real relationship, with real people, and real stakes. This program exists at the intersection of both.

If you are studying RLT and have completed Practicum 1, this is an opportunity to deepen your skills, grow your confidence, and build your practice while expanding access to relational care for people who might otherwise be priced out of therapy or coaching.

What to expect

How It Works

Practitioners are personally matched with qualified clients who are seeking relational support. Clients begin with a 15–20 minute complimentary consultation, then commit to five sessions by making a sliding scale payment to the Relational Life Foundation. This structure allows clients to receive meaningful care, supports your development of RLT skills, and supports the broader mission of access and community healing.

After the five sessions, you and the client decide together if, and how, you would like to continue working together, and on what terms. The relationship moves forward by mutual consent, not obligation.

Why Participate

By participating, you are doing more than accruing hours or gaining experience. You are helping normalize relational skill-building outside of elite or high-cost spaces, contributing to a more diverse and inclusive RLT community, and strengthening your practice while actively participating in a system of shared care.

All payments received through this program go toward supporting our various programs including practitioner scholarships and research.

Our Support for You

To support you on this journey we will provide a discovery-call template and share business resources as you grow your practice. We are available to support you and answer any questions you have about the program. Please reach out to our Programs & Engagement Coordinator, Kayla, with any questions or concerns: kayla@relationallifefoundation.org.

If you no longer wish to be part of this program once you’re RLT Certified, email foundation@relationallife.com.

Become a Sliding Scale Practitioner

Ready to donate your services and grow your practice?