…for economic justice.
Our clients are able to make payments within their financial capacity. Our Sliding Scale is based on the framework of Alexis J. Cunningfolk and is designed to give folks access to our services and acknowledge the systemic inequalities of class in our culture.
"Out of love for healing Mother Earth, we are called to this soul work to aid our fellow human beings in all walks of life. As we heal ourselves we heal our linage those seen and unseen, For a sliding scale to work it relies on the principles of transparency, self-reflection of reality, respect for complexity, and accountability. Community is rooted in a willingness to be present with others and thrives when accountability is a central value, therefore Eye do not ask for income verification. Eye value integrity in the relationship with my clients. Soul Midwives and healers in the community deserve compensation and clients deserve classes which recognize the multiple realities of economic access and privilege that exist."
-Tekina Ogygia-Onile
Here are guidelines about how Eye currently price our sliding scale and to help you determine where you fall on it:
The highest dollar cost reflects the true cost of the class or service. It is the cost that the practitioner would charge all students in the absence of a sliding scale. If you have access to financial security, own property or have personal savings, you would not traditionally qualify for sliding scale services. If you are able to pay for "wants" and spend little time worried about securing necessities in your life, you have economic privilege and power in our community. This price is for you.
The middle cost (when there is one) reflects the practitioner's acknowledgement that paying the full cost would prevent some folks from being able to attend, but who do not honestly find themselves reflected in either descriptions for the highest cost or the lowest. If you are struggling to conquer debt or build savings or move away from paycheck to paycheck living but have access to steady income and are not spending most of your time thinking about meeting basic needs such as food, shelter, medical care, child care, etc., you belong here. If you, however, can ask others for financial support, such as family members, partners, or friends, please consider using those personal resources before you use the resources of the sliding scale and limit opportunities for others.
The bottom cost represents an honest acknowledgment by the teacher and practitioner that there are folks whose economic circumstances would prevent them from being a part of classes if there was not be a deliberate opportunity made for them to access services at a cost that is reflective of their economic realities. If you struggle to maintain access to needs such as health care, housing, food, child care, and are living paycheck to paycheck or are in significant debt, you belong probably belong here and you deserve a community that honors your price as equal an economic offering as the person who can pay the highest tier. Even when the lower tier is still prohibitive, Eye will work with folks to offer extended payment plans and other solutions.
Now that you are aware of how our sliding scale works and what tier you align with, what is the next step? If you are ready to schedule a consultation or have any questions fill out our form below.
