From April 5, the reimbursement of sessions with the psychologist will be “fully operational”. It’s a promise from Emmanuel Macron that dates back 6 months. On March 16, the Minister of Health announced the outlines of this device, called “my shrink”.
Children over 3 years old and adults suffering from mild to moderate depression and anxiety disorders can benefit from free follow-up with a psychologist. It is health insurance and complementary health insurance that will fully cover the costs of 8 consultations. The only condition will be to be oriented, beforehand, by a doctor (general practitioner, pediatrician, geriatrician, school…). In addition, this reimbursement will only concern psychologists referenced on the site. monpsy.sante.gouv.fr.
These caregivers could register since mid-February. In a press release published on February 27,the French Federation of Psychologists and Psychology (Ffpp) is divided. The profession is not unanimousdue in particular to prices deemed insufficient.
From April 5, all French people will be able to benefit from reimbursed sessions with the psychologist. This unique device is a small revolution in prevention for everyone’s mental health. pic.twitter.com/AheMBBhryg
— Olivier Veran (@olivierveran) March 16, 2022
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Faced with the health crisis, psychological distress is increasing. Certain signs should alert, and push to see a mental health professional. “When we can no longer function professionally, academically, familyly and socially, it is that we are in the pathological, and that we must see a psychiatrist”, indicates to RTL.fr the psychiatrist Christine Barois.
For students, it is possible to benefit from free sessions with the Student Psy Health systemprovided you have a doctor’s prescription beforehand.
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