Can you offset shrink costs against income tax?

Bottle_of_Smoke · 2007-06-04 18:41:11

Was thinking of going to a therapist. From what I've heard it usually costs E50-E100 per session, pretty costly. I'm just wondering, could i claim back tax on this as I would be able to if these sessions were GP visits. Now the thing is, I'm not depressed or (clinically)insane, so really one could argue the sessions would…

04-06-2007 06:41PM

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Was thinking of going to a therapist. From what I've heard it usually costs E50-E100 per session, pretty costly.

I'm just wondering, could i claim back tax on this as I would be able to if these sessions were GP visits.

Now the thing is, I'm not depressed or (clinically)insane, so really one could argue the sessions would be unnecesary. Perhaps this would make a difference.

Can anyone confirm?

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#2 04-06-2007 06:44PM

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after hours threads should be more like what do your farts smell like?:D

try http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=861

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#3 04-06-2007 06:49PM

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Thanks, wasn't aware of that board.

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You'd be mad not to....

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#5 05-06-2007 06:47PM

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If it is medical, I understand yes. If it is clearly "recreational" no.

If it is something that is disrupting your life, get your doctor to recommend a local counsellor.

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