Build your dream future together

I help engaged and newlywed couples talk about money now so you don't fight about money later.

As we’ve all heard a bazillion times, good communication skills are super important in any relationship. As we’ve also all heard and experienced, money is one of those things that is hard to talk about with almost anyone! By discussing things BEFORE they fester and become major issues, you'll be able to minimize future arguments and avoid one of the leading causes of divorce--financial incompatibility.

Have a conversation

Sessions are structured in a way that encourages you and your partner to have conversations. I’m not going to lecture you or tell you what to do; I’m going to help the two of you discuss your options and what you are both comfortable with.

Improve your relationship

Through your conversations with each other, you will strengthen your relationship and build your understanding of each other and your individual points of view.

Real-world takeaways

Each session, you’ll leave with tangible, practical ideas. Everything is relevant to your particular situation and what you two want to discuss.

Level up your money as you level up your relationship

Chances are, you’ve at least talked about money together a few times. Maybe you live together and discussed shared expenses and how to divide them up. You’ve probably talked about how you want to handle who pays for dates! But now that you’ve officially decided that this thing is going to be for the rest of your lives…does that change anything? My guess is it probably does. Discussions about the future have probably naturally been trending in a “forever” direction for a while, but there’s still room to grow.

What is coaching like...?

During our conversations, we’ll cover a range of topics that you two get to customize, everything from “What kind of accounts are we going to have? Is everything ‘our’ money, or are we keeping some separate?” to “How often are we taking vacations, and are we talking tent camping or all-inclusive Caribbean resorts?” By the end of our sessions, you’ll have at least started to work out your family money goals and values, a plan for what to do with your money, and your family budget (or spending plan, if budget is a four-letter word for you!). 

We meet 100% virtually, so you’re welcome to join from the comfort of your couch or even your bed. I don’t care if you’re wearing sweatpants or yoga pants, or if your pet wants to pop in and say hi. The goal is to have deep but casual conversations. I’ll be honest—if you already have some tension around money (most couples do!), there may be some uncomfortable moments, but working through that discomfort is how you two will grow stronger together.

  • Started financial coaching in 2019
  • Avid learner–member of the Financial Coaches Network, am a YNAB Certified Coach, and am currently working towards AFC (Accredited Financial Counselor) certification
  • Passionate about helping couples eliminate money as one of the primary sources of tension in your life (there’s plenty of other things to fight about, right?!)

Member: Financial Coaches Network (FCN)® YNAB Certified Coach

*Financial Coaches Network provides training, technology, and operational support to help me be more successful as a financial coach. Being a member means I have the resources to focus less on my business and focus more on serving you.

*I am a YNAB Certified Budgeting Coach, which means that I have been trained to coach people on using YNAB software and the YNAB budgeting method. I have met select requirements of You Need a Budget LLC in order to receive this certification, which means that I have the ability to competently coach YNAB to others. I am not an employee of YNAB, and all non-YNAB related opinions and recommendations are my own. My views do not reflect the views of YNAB and its employees or its affiliates.