Coaching Payment Options
Most families pay out of pocket. Any mention of 529, HSA, or FSA use is based solely on what families in different states have shared with us. Rules vary widely, and we don’t have visibility into individual plans or policies, so please confirm everything with your CPA, insurance or plan administrator, and your state’s laws.
Investing in Coaching
ADHD and executive function coaching is considered an educational and developmental service, not a medical one, and is not covered by insurance.
While most families pay out of pocket, we are learning that some families may have expanded payment or reimbursement options depending on their specific plan, provider, and state tax rules.
529 Education Savings Funds
A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged education savings account originally designed for college expenses. Recent IRS expansions have broadened qualifying uses to include certain tutoring and educational services.
Some families have successfully used 529 funds to pay for coaching when services are classified as academic tutoring or executive function support, and when approved by their plan administrator or tax professional.
Eligibility varies by plan and by state. We strongly recommend confirming directly with your 529 provider and CPA before submitting any payments or reimbursement requests.
HSA or FSA Funds
Some clients have been able to apply HSA or FSA funds toward coaching by obtaining a Letter of Medical Necessity from their physician and processing the expense accordingly. This varies significantly based on your plan and provider.
Based on client experience, families typically pay for coaching upfront and then submit their receipt for potential reimbursement through their HSA or FSA plan.
Please note:
- Coaching is not a medical or therapeutic service
- We do not diagnose, treat, or provide medical care
- We cannot advise on HSA/FSA eligibility or documentation
- Any determination around HSA or FSA use must be made by your doctor, insurer, and tax professional.
Important Disclaimers
- We are not tax professionals, accountants, or financial advisors.
- We cannot guarantee that any payment method will qualify for reimbursement or tax advantages.
- All families are responsible for confirming eligibility with their CPA, plan administrator, or benefits provider.
Receipts & Invoicing
All payments are processed securely via Stripe, which supports:
- All major credit cards
- Afterpay
- Klarna
- Amazon Pay
- Cash App Pay
- Direct bank transfer
At your request, we are happy to provide:
- Detailed receipts or invoices.
- Descriptions such as academic tutoring or executive function support, when appropriate.
- Documentation reflecting the educational nature of services.
All documentation will clearly state that coaching services are non-medical and non-therapeutic.
A Final Note
We’ll continue to keep our ears open as families share updates about reimbursement pathways and plan changes. While policies evolve, eligibility is always individual and must be confirmed by your own advisors.