Can I get the psychologist bonus for therapy?
Yes, if you meet the requirements and the funds last. The psychologist bonus is a public contribution to support the costs of psychotherapy with duly registered professionals. It covers up to 50 euros per session, up to a maximum amount depending on the ISEE: 1,500 euros for those with an ISEE under €15,000; 1,000 euros for ISEE between €15,000 and €30,000; 500 euros for ISEE between €30,000 and €50,000. Above €50,000 ISEE it isn't due. The measure, confirmed and made structural by the budget law, has limited funds, though: applications are filed with INPS in specific windows and, if requests exceed the resources, a ranking is formed (the lowest ISEE and the order of submission count). You need SPID (or CIE) and a valid ISEE.
📋 The rules
- Contribution for psychotherapy sessions, up to €50 per session
- Max amount by ISEE: €1,500 (<15,000), €1,000 (15-30,000), €500 (30-50,000)
- Above €50,000 ISEE: not due
- Limited funds: application to INPS in windows, with a ranking
- You need SPID/CIE and a valid ISEE
🔓 Exceptions
- Ranking based on the lowest ISEE and the order of submission
- Unique code to use within the set deadlines (forfeiture if not used)
- Sessions with duly registered, participating psychotherapists
⚠️ Penalties & fines
The bonus isn't automatic: it depends on the available funds and, if requests exceed the resources, on your position in the ranking (favoured by the lowest ISEE). Once the application is accepted, you receive a unique code to give the professional and to use within the set deadlines: if you don't do the sessions in time (e.g. within a certain number of days of acceptance), you forfeit the benefit and the contribution becomes available to others. To apply you need a valid ISEE and digital identity (SPID or CIE); the application is filed on the INPS portal in the indicated windows. False declarations entail forfeiture and repayment. Keep an eye on the application openings, as funds run out.
📎 Official sources
- INPS · Contribution for psychotherapy expenses (psychologist bonus) →
- Ministry of Health · Mental health →
- Normattiva · Rules on the psychotherapy contribution →
❓ Frequently asked
How much is the psychologist bonus?
It covers up to 50 euros per session, with a maximum amount depending on the ISEE: 1,500 euros for those with an ISEE under 15,000 euros, 1,000 euros for ISEE between 15,000 and 30,000, 500 euros for ISEE between 30,000 and 50,000. Above 50,000 ISEE the bonus isn't due.
How do I apply for the psychologist bonus?
On the INPS portal, during the set opening windows, logging in with SPID or CIE and having a valid ISEE. Since funds are limited, it's best to apply as soon as requests open and keep your contacts updated on MyINPS.
What happens if the funds aren't enough?
A ranking is formed: with equal conditions, the lowest ISEE and the order of submission count. Those in the ranking get the contribution until resources run out; the others are excluded for that window. So it's important to apply promptly.
How do I use the bonus after acceptance?
You receive a unique code to give your psychotherapist, who uses it to deduct the contribution from the session fees. The code must be used within the set deadlines: if you don't do the sessions in time, you forfeit the benefit and the contribution becomes available to others.
Who can I turn to with the bonus?
Psychotherapists duly registered with the professional body and participating in the initiative, who apply the contribution to the sessions. The bonus covers up to 50 euros per session, within the maximum amount due by your ISEE. Check the professional is enabled to handle the bonus code.
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