Costs of Therapy in the Netherlands
Clear and transparent pricing
When considering therapy, it’s important to understand the costs. At Psyned, pricing is transparent and always discussed with you before you start.
We operate independently from the Dutch basic health insurance system. This means sessions are usually paid privately or, in many cases, covered by your employer.
You pay per session, with no mandatory packages or long-term commitments.
Session fees
As of January 2026, typical rates are:
- Individual session (45–60 minutes) – approximately €133
(Psychologist sessions are exempt from VAT under Dutch law.) - Individual long session (75–90 minutes) – approximately €199.50
- Couples therapy or coaching (60 minutes) – approximately €161 including VAT
- Couples therapy or coaching (90 minutes) – approximately €241.50 including VAT
- Evening or weekend appointments – €25 surcharge per session
Online and in-person sessions have the same fee.
Psychologists set their own rates within Psyned’s guidelines, so small variations may occur. For the most up-to-date pricing, you can always ask during your advice call.
Employer reimbursement
Many Dutch and international employers contribute to psychological support, especially when mental health affects work performance or absence.
More than 1,600 employers already work with Psyned.
During your free advice call, we can check whether your employer has an existing arrangement. If so, Psyned can invoice the company directly.
If your employer is not yet familiar with Psyned, you can explore this option internally. We can provide clear information about how this works and what the benefits are.
You can read more about this here: Employer support
Your privacy is always respected. No information is shared without your consent.
Health insurance
Psyned’s services operate outside the Dutch basic health insurance system.
Basic insurance usually reimburses treatment only for specific psychiatric diagnoses and requires a GP referral. Because Psyned works independently, you do not need a referral and there is no mandatory diagnostic process before starting.
Sessions are generally not reimbursed through basic insurance. Some supplementary insurance plans may offer partial reimbursement. We recommend contacting your insurer for details.
Cancellation and click guarantee
You can cancel or reschedule free of charge up to 24 hours before your appointment.
If you don’t feel a connection with your psychologist after the first session, you can use our click guarantee. We will match you with another psychologist, and the new intake session is covered by us.
Questions about costs?
If you would like clarity about pricing, employer contribution, or insurance, you can book a free advice call.
We’ll explain your options and help you understand what applies to your situation.
You can also call 085-1063286.