5 Common Tax Deductions Health & Wellness Pros Shouldn’t Miss

Dec 31

🧘‍♀️ Save money and stay stress-free this tax season.

As a health and wellness professional, you work hard to support your clients’ well-being—but don’t forget about your own financial health.

From yoga instructors and massage therapists to nutritionists and wellness coaches, here are five commonly missed tax deductions that can put more money back into your practice.

1. Home Office Deduction

If you manage your bookings, client records, or marketing from a dedicated space at home, you may qualify to deduct:

Utilities
Internet
Rent or mortgage interest
Repairs (related to your office space)

💡 Tip: The space must be used exclusively for business to qualify.

2. Continuing Education

Workshops, certifications, and even online courses that improve your knowledge or skills are fully deductible.

💡 Tip: Save receipts and course descriptions to document the business connection.

3. Vehicle & Travel Expenses

If you travel to clients, teach off-site, or attend professional events, you can deduct:

Mileage
Parking
Tolls
Business-related travel expenses

💡 Tip: Use a mileage-tracking app to log every trip.

4. Marketing & Advertising

Expenses to grow your business—like building a website, printing brochures, or running social media ads—are 100% deductible.

💡 Tip: Track these costs in QuickBooks by category to make tax time easier.

5. Business Tools & Supplies

From essential oils and yoga mats to booking software and payment processors—these are all considered deductible business expenses.

💡 Tip: Set up expense categories in QuickBooks to keep things organized.

🧾 FAQ for Wellness Professionals

Q: How can I track client payments for multiple sessions or packages?
👉 Use QuickBooks to create custom categories for classes, packages, or service types.

Q: Can I deduct my home office if I also use a commercial studio?
👉 Only the space used exclusively for your business qualifies.

Q: What expenses can I include for my wellness studio?
👉 Supplies, equipment, continuing education, and marketing costs are all valid deductions.

Q: Do I need to keep receipts for everything?
👉 Yes! Detailed records help you maximize deductions and stay audit-proof.

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Bryan Raya