Psychologist Bonus 2024: Requirements, Amounts, and How to Apply
A comprehensive guide to the Psychologist Bonus: discover the ISEE thresholds to qualify, the deadlines for submitting your application to INPS, and how to use the unique code for your sessions.
Quick Answer: What is the Psychologist Bonus and who is eligible?
The Psychologist Bonus is a financial contribution intended for citizens to support psychotherapy expenses. For the current year, applications can be submitted through the INPS portal for individuals with an ISEE not exceeding 50,000 euros. The amount provided varies from a minimum of 500 to a maximum of 1,500 euros per person, depending on the income bracket, and must be used within the deadlines communicated by INPS after the publication of the rankings.
ISEE Requirements and Amount Tiers
To access the contribution, two fundamental requirements must be met: 1. Residency in Italy. 2. Valid ordinary or current ISEE with a value below 50,000 euros. The bonus amount is tiered based on the economic situation: - ISEE below €15,000: bonus up to €1,500 max €50 per session. - ISEE between €15,000 and €30,000: bonus up to €1,000 max €50 per session. - ISEE between €30,000 and €50,000: bonus up to €500 max €50 per session. For single parents, it is crucial that the ISEE correctly reflects the family unit. If you have doubts about how to calculate it, consult our guide at /faq/isee-single-parent-calculator.
Deadlines and Application Procedures
Applications are submitted exclusively online through the "Contribution for psychotherapy sessions" service on the INPS portal, accessed with SPID, CIE, or CNS. Once the deadlines for submitting applications have passed usually defined annually by specific decree, INPS compiles regional rankings, prioritizing applicants with the lowest ISEE and, for equal ISEE, in chronological order of application submission. Pay attention to the usage deadline: After receiving the unique code associated with the bonus, you will have 270 days to use the credit with private psychotherapists who have joined the initiative.
Tips for GenGle: Beyond the Bonus
Mental well-being is a priority, especially after a separation or when managing daily childcare alone. If you do not qualify for the INPS Bonus, remember that other options exist: - Local family counseling centers free or with a co-payment. - Subsidized psychology services for large or single-parent families. - Participation in peer support groups, like those organized at our /events. To learn more about all the bonuses available this year, read our /guide/benefits-single-parents-2024.