The 2024 Psychologist Bonus is an economic contribution intended to cover the expenses of psychotherapy sessions with private specialists. In this guide, we will see how the bonus works, who is entitled to it and how to consult the ranking of beneficiaries
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What is the 2024 Psychologist Bonus
The Psychologist Bonus is an economic support introduced to help people who suffer from depression, anxiety, stress or other psychological frailties, with a maximum value of 1,500 euros.
The bonus covers the expenses for psychotherapy sessions with psychologists and psychotherapists who
join the initiative.
The bonus is reserved for citizens with an ISEE of less than 50,000 euros and the sum can be used for a maximum of 50 euros per session.
How the Psychologist Bonus Works
To access the bonus, citizens must submit an application through the INPS portal, and once approved, they can use a unique code to book psychotherapy sessions. The contribution is paid directly to the professionals who have joined the program, after the performance
.
The psychotherapists participating in the initiative are selected by the National Council of the Orders of Psychologists (CNOP) and the complete list is available on the INPS website.
Requirements to Access the Bonus
To apply for the 2024 Psychologist Bonus, beneficiaries must meet the following requirements:
- Residence in Italy.
- ISEE not exceeding 50,000 euros.
- Be suffering from depression, anxiety, stress or psychological frailty and be in therapy with a psychotherapist participating in the initiative.
The bonus is also available for minors, if the family unit meets the above requirements.
2024 Psychologist Bonus Ranking
The INPS has published the rankings for the award of the bonus, based on the lowest ISEE and on the chronological order in which the applications were submitted. The ranking is regional and can be consulted on the INPS website through the citizen’s reserved area
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Once the application has been approved, the beneficiary receives a unique code that allows the sessions to begin. This code must be used within 270 days, under penalty of cancellation of the contribution.
How to Request a Psychologist Bonus
To request the bonus, citizens must access the INPS website and send the application through the dedicated service. Here are the steps:
- Access the INPS portal with SPID, CIE or CNS.
- Look for the ‘Contribution to cover expenses related to psychotherapy sessions’ service.
- Fill out the application and wait for the communication from INPS.
Alternatively, you can make a request through the INPS Contact Center, by calling the toll-free number 803.164 (free from a landline) or the number 06 164.164 (from a mobile network, for a fee).
Amount of the Psychologist Bonus
The amount of the Psychologist Bonus is variable and depends on the value of the applicant’s ISEE:
- 1,500 euros for incomes with an ISEE of less than 15,000 euros.
- 1,000 euros for ISEE income between 15,000 and 30,000 euros.
- 500 euros for ISEE income between 30,000 and 50,000 euros.
Each session is refundable up to a maximum of 50 euros.
How to Use the Session Bonus
After receiving the unique code from the INPS, the beneficiary can choose a psychologist or psychotherapist from the list of professionals participating in the initiative, available in the INPS reserved area. When booking the sessions, the beneficiary must communicate the code to the professional
.
The payment for the sessions is direct: the professional, once the service has been provided, enters the details of the invoice on the INPS portal, and the institution will reimburse.
When does the 2024 Psychologist Bonus arrive
The psychologist bonus for 2024 will be available after the publication of the new application procedure, scheduled for January 2025. In the meantime, citizens can already verify the outcome of the applications for the 2023 bonus by consulting their personal area on the INPS website
.
Deadline for Using the Bonus
Beneficiaries have 270 days to use the bonus from the date of award. After that deadline, the unique code is canceled and unused resources will be reassigned
to other beneficiaries.
Proposals and News for the Psychologist Bonus 2025
The Psychologist Bonus is a structural measure that will also be refinanced in 2025. However, the government is considering reducing available funds, which could limit the number of beneficiaries. According to current forecasts, the budget could fall to 10 million euros, enough to cover about 16,000 requests
.
The 2024 Psychologist Bonus is a valuable opportunity for those who need psychological support but have difficulty supporting the costs of the sessions. With varying amounts depending on the ISEE and a simplified procedure through the INPS portal, this measure can help improve the psychological well-being
of many citizens.
