AboutJohn Stancil, CPA Expertise I can answer questions on personal income taxes, partnerships, and some corporate income taxes. I can deal with some state tax questions. Limited gift and estate tax questions. I am also familiar with ministerial and church tax reporting issues. I teach tax and accounting at a small church-related college. Sales taxes and property taxes are state and local issues so I am not likely be be able to give you an in depth answer on those types of taxes. I have maintained a part time tax practice for over 30 years. I am a member of the AICPA, National Society of Tax Professionals, and the Institute of Management Accountants.
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Question Is Behavior Therapy tax deductible for children who have ADHD? I know all the meds and doctor's visits are but I'm not sure about the therapy. The therapy is with a licensed Ph.D. If it is, can you point to where I may find the publication?
Thanks!
Answer David,
Thanks for your question.
If the therapy is classified as medical treatment, it is deductible.
Since this is a volunteer forum, it would be too time consuming for me to cite code or precise sources. The information is contained in IRS Publication 17 under the discussion of medical expenses.
