Accounting Services for Counsellors
Counselling is emotional work. After spending your days holding space for others, listening to their deepest vulnerabilities, and helping them heal, numbers are probably the last thing you want to deal with.
That is where we step in. As specialist accountants for counsellors, we make sure that your finances are as well cared for as your clients.
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Our specialist accountants for counsellors work closely with a diverse range of professionals across the UK wellness sector. This includes:
If you see clients independently, we will help you manage your income, expenses and tax responsibilities.
If you are working across platforms and time zones, it brings its own tax questions. As expert accountants for counsellors, we help keep everything accurate and easy to track.
When two or more practitioners share a practice, it brings extra financial responsibilities. Profit splits and partnership returns need careful handling. We keep it fair and accurate.
As expert accountants for counsellors, we provide practical support throughout the year so you always know where your practice stands. Our services are built around what counsellors actually need day to day.
We keep your financial records organised and up to date. This makes it much easier to monitor your business throughout the year.
If you employ administrative staff or other employees, we can operate your payroll and manage PAYE obligations.
We prepare and submit your return accurately and on time. We make sure you claim every allowable expense and relief you’re entitled to.
If your taxable turnover approaches the VAT registration threshold (£90,000), we will advise you on when to register and manage it for you.
If HMRC ever gets in touch, we deal with it directly on your behalf. You will never be left decoding letters full of jargon.
Counselling isn’t a typical nine-to-five business. And that makes the accounting side trickier than people expect. This is because income in counselling can be irregular. This is especially true for those building a private caseload alongside other work. Many counsellors also split time between self-employment and part-time NHS or charity roles.
Consequently, tax calculations can become complicated. On top of that, working from a home office, hiring a therapy room, or running sessions online all raise different expense questions. Generic accountants might get these things wrong. As expert accountants for counsellors, we help you manage all these challenges before they become a major problem for you.
Understanding what counts as an allowable expense
Working from home versus renting a therapy room
Mixing employed and self-employed income
Knowing when VAT registration becomes relevant
Pension contributions as a sole trader
Keeping CPD and training costs properly recorded
Staying on top of Making Tax Digital requirements
Your practice deserves accountants who understand how counsellors work and the challenges they face. At CruseBurke, we are not generalists trying to fit you into a system. We actually understand how counselling practices work.
Deep understanding of counsellor income and what they can and can't claim.
Our expert accountants for counsellors identify every allowable expense to keep your hard-earned money in your pocket.
From bookkeeping to payroll, we provide comprehensive financial support.
We have extensive experience supporting counselling professionals across the UK.
Clear, upfront pricing. So, you get full expert service without any hidden costs.
Every client’s situation is different, and we take time to build a personal plan that fits your goals and circumstances.
As expert accountants for counsellors, we know that managing the financial side of your work isn’t why you got into counselling. That’s why we have kept our process simple and flexible. The idea is to make things clear from the start and then stay by your side with ongoing support.
Our 3-step process is designed to free up your valuable time. Thus, allowing you to focus completely on what you do best: counselling.
We begin by getting to know your working patterns and understanding your unique needs. This step ensures we have a clear picture of your working arrangements and your goals.
Based on our initial discussion, we create a personalised plan designed specifically for you. The aim is to keep everything organised and easy to follow. We ensure your accounts are managed accurately and efficiently.
From there, we take care of the ongoing work and keep you updated with reports. You’ll always know what’s happening, and we’re always here to answer your questions, ensuring you have a clear picture of your financial health at all times.
Is managing your finances stressing you out? Let our expert accountants for counsellors help you build smart, long-term strategies. We’ll provide an annual financial review that keeps your finances in check and helps your finances stay on track.
We use Xero, Quickbooks, Sage & many other online software.
Our team offers dedicated accounting services tailored to your specific healthcare business. This ensures financial stability and growth for you.
Our team is here whenever you need guidance. We offer unlimited support to ensure your financial management is always on point.
Our team have over 100 years of combined experienced.
Never Miss any deadline with our automated email reminders.
We’re an ICAEW, ACCA & AAT accredited Firm.
Focus on your clients and let our expert accountants for counsellors handle everything. Here’s how easy it is to get started with us:
Reach out to us (It’s free). We’ll discuss your needs and how we can help your career thrive.
We’ll send over a simple letter to formalise our partnership and get everything in motion.
If you're switching, we’ll take care of contacting your previous accountants to make the transition smooth.
From there, sit back and relax. We’ll manage your accounts, taxes, and everything in between, keeping your healthcare business running smoothly.
It is not something that is legally required. And many self-employed counsellors try to manage everything themselves at first. That definitely works for some. But it often becomes difficult as the practice grows. If you start working with dedicated accountants for counsellors, you get someone who understands your unique overheads. Basically, it saves you having to explain your job from scratch. And honestly, it means fewer mistakes on your return.
You can write off any costs that keep your private practice running smoothly. This includes your annual BACP or UKCP membership fees and professional indemnity insurance premiums. You can also claim for clinic room rentals, marketing costs, and website hosting fees. If you offer online counselling sessions from home, you can claim a fair percentage of your utility bills too. Even the cost of books, training courses, and stationery can be used to lower your tax bill. As expert accountants for counsellors, we help you understand what you can claim. We also make sure that nothing important gets missed.
As a counsellor, you only need to register if your total taxable turnover from your sessions and other business activities exceeds the UK threshold of £90,000. Our expert accountants for counsellors will keep you safely on the right side of the VAT rules.
There’s no single right answer to this. This is because it depends on so many factors such as your income and future goals. A lot of counsellors start out as sole traders because it’s simple. And once income grows, they move towards a limited company. Our specialist accountants for counsellors can run the numbers with you and show what actually works out better for your situation.
Absolutely. Many counsellors receive payments from multiple clients or agencies. We keep everything organised, so your records remain accurate throughout the tax year.
To get started with CruseBurke, you can call us directly at 020 8686 8876 or send your enquiry to [email protected]. We will discuss your requirements and recommend the most suitable support for your needs. It’s that easy!
