How to Invoice as a Therapist / Counselor in Bellingham, WA

Invoicing guide for therapist / counselors in Bellingham: 6.5% WA sales tax, 1%/mo late-fee cap, plus WA licensing and contractor rules.

Combined sales tax
6.5%
Late fee cap
1%/mo
Net terms
30 days
Deposit
0%
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1. Bellingham-specific tax handling

  • State sales tax: 6.5%. Local jurisdictions in Bellingham may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
  • Late fees: WA statute Wash. Rev. Code §19.52.020 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.

2. Standard therapist / counselor line items

  • Individual session 50-min — billed by session (~$165 default).
  • Couples session 80-min — billed by session (~$245 default).
  • Insurance superbill — billed by flat.
  • Late-cancellation fee — billed by flat.

3. Payment terms that work in Bellingham

Net 30 is standard for therapist / counselors.0 Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Bellingham customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.

4. Licensing & disclosures

State licensure required (LMFT, LCSW, LPC, PsyD, etc.). HIPAA compliance and informed-consent documentation required.

Metro
Bellingham
State
WA
Net terms
30 days
Deposit
0%

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