Are you feeling the weight of this uncertain time? As we navigate times that can feel scary and unstable, money can play a pivotal role in grounding us and empowering us to show up for the causes and communities that matter most.

How do you balance debt repayment with the rest of your financial life? In today’s episode, certified financial planner David Frank returns to the podcast to talk with Linzy about one of the most common and challenging questions among Money Skills for Therapists students: how to prioritize debt repayment without sacrificing quality of life.

How hard is it to start your own private practice, and how do you know when it’s time to go for it? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, host Linzy shares her thoughts on transitioning from agency or group practice settings to launching a private practice. Money Skills team member Christelle calls in with this frequently asked question, and Linzy offers insights for therapists wondering if and when to go solo.

Are you a private practitioner with a side project or budding business that feels both exciting and a little terrifying? In today’s coaching episode, Linzy sits down with Sara Nelson-Johns, a recent Money Skills for Therapists graduate, to tackle some common yet challenging questions about scaling a second business. Sara, who specializes in ADHD, relationship challenges, and perfectionism in her main practice, has developed an planners for people with ADHD, designed to help them organize their lives in a brain-friendly way.

Do you find yourself slipping into a scarcity mindset when stress levels rise? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question from Dr. Charissa Pizzaro, who has noticed that stress often triggers her fears around money. After working through Linzy’s Money Skills for Therapists course, Charissa shares how this pattern keeps surfacing, and she asks for guidance on how to break free.

How does culture shape the way we see and handle money? Linzy is talking with Chioma Janelle Efejedia, a therapist from Kitchener, Ontario. Together, Linzy and Chioma unpack how cultural and systemic influences shape our money stories and some of the unique challenges that individuals can face. Chioma also shares about susu, a traditional, community-based financial model, and talks about how these collective practices build resilience and support within communities.

Do you feel stuck, even after achieving the success you once worked so hard for? In today’s coaching session, Linzy sits down with Walter Williams, a therapist who has transitioned from a challenging upbringing of poverty and adversity to running a successful private practice. Walter opens up about the emotional experience of feeling frozen in his new life, struggling to catch up to the success he’s worked so hard to achieve. Together, Walter and Linzy explore the gap between surviving and truly thriving, and what it takes to bridge that divide.

Does the thought of talking to financial experts stir up feelings of anxiety or even fear? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question about financial avoidance and the emotional hurdles that come with sharing real numbers with financial experts.

Do you find yourself stuck in the same financial patterns, even when you know better? In this episode, Linzy chats with financial advisor TJ van Gerven, founder of Modern Wealth Builders and host of the Do More With Your Money podcast, to unpack the behavioral biases that often keep us from making the best financial decisions.

Have you ever found yourself struggling to balance keeping your overhead low with the need to invest in your business? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy takes on a thoughtful question from listener Liz about managing business expenses while ensuring your practice stays financially healthy. Linzy shares practical insights on how therapists can evaluate their spending to maintain a sustainable practice and support long-term growth.

What is noble poverty, and is it impacting your financial decisions? In this episode, Linzy welcomes financial therapist and consultant Khara Croswaite Brindle to explore the concept of noble poverty—an underlying belief that can impact financial decisions, particularly within helping professions like therapy. Linzy and Khara discuss how therapists are often socialized to equate service with sacrifice, leading many to adopt a mindset that prioritizes scarcity over financial well-being.

Are you saving too much for taxes and missing out on other opportunities to grow your wealth? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses this common tax concern. Listener Suzanne is wondering if she’s over-saving for taxes but is hesitant to dip into the leftover tax savings. Suzanne shares about the emotional side of financial management, especially when fear and uncertainty cloud clarity around tax savings and how much is truly enough.