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Can I claim payments for counseling/mental health services as medical expenses?

 
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Can I claim payments for counseling/mental health services as medical expenses?

Yes, if not reimbursed. But you can only deduct a total amount of medical expenses greater than 7.5 percent of your AGI and only if you itemize. 

KrisD15
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Can I claim payments for counseling/mental health services as medical expenses?

Yes, 

According to the IRS:

"You can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for therapy received as medical treatment."

 

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