Tax Return for Therapists
Complete your Self Assessment in 8 minutes. Claim all your allowable expenses and submit directly to HMRC.
- Track client session income
- Room rental expenses
- Supervision and training costs
- MTD-ready for 2026
Example Tax Calculation
Based on typical therapists earnings £45,000/year
*Illustrative example based on 2024/25 tax rates. Your actual tax depends on your specific circumstances.
Allowable Expenses for Therapists
Claim these tax-deductible expenses to reduce your tax bill
Room Rental
Consulting room hire for client sessions.
Tip: Keep invoices or rental agreements.
Clinical Supervision
Mandatory supervision sessions required for accreditation.
Tip: Supervision is fully deductible as a professional requirement.
Professional Memberships
BACP, UKCP, or other accrediting body fees.
Tip: Keep renewal receipts each year.
CPD and Training
Continuing professional development courses and workshops.
Tip: Must relate to your current therapeutic practice.
More expenses you can claim
How to File Your Tax Return
Follow these simple steps to complete your Self Assessment
Gather Your Documents
Collect income records, receipts, and expense statements
Enter Income & Expenses
Add your earnings and claim allowable expenses with our guided flow
Review Your Calculation
See exactly how much tax you owe with real-time calculations
Submit to HMRC
File your tax return directly to HMRC in minutes
Key Deadlines for 2024/25 Tax Year
Don't miss these important dates
5 April 2025
Tax Year Ends
Calculate your final income and expenses
5 October 2025
Register for Self Assessment
If this is your first year self-employed
31 January 2026
Online Filing Deadline
Submit your tax return and pay any tax owed
6 April 2026
MTD Starts (£50k+)
If your income exceeds £50,000, you must use MTD software
Late Filing Penalties
1 day late: £100 fixed penalty
3 months late: £10/day up to £900
6 months late: 5% of tax owed or £300 (whichever is higher)
12 months late: Additional 5% or £300
Plus interest on any tax paid late. Avoid these costs by filing early with QTax.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about tax returns for therapists
Do therapists need to register as self-employed?
If you work in private practice and invoice clients directly, you must register for Self Assessment.
Can I claim supervision costs?
Yes. Clinical supervision required for accreditation is a fully deductible business expense.
What about home office costs?
If you see clients at home, you can claim a proportion of household costs or use the simplified expenses method.
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