Money Skills For Therapists

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. In this final Feelings and Finances episode for season 10, Linzy explores how financial stability can nurture your well-being and enable you to make a meaningful impact....

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. Linzy and David explore the emotional weight of debt, dis...

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 an...

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 m...

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 Pizarro, 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...

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...

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...

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. Jade, the marketing coordinator at Money Nuts & Bolts, asks for advice on managing the anxiety she...

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. Linzy and TJ explore how these money stories shape our relationship wit...

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 sustai...

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 sacri...

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 cla...

How do you handle the financial ups and downs in your private practice? In this coaching episode, Linzy talks with Joanna Barrett, a therapist and Money Skills for Therapists graduate, about navigating the emotional and financial roller coaster of fluctuating income. Joanna shares her challenges with managing high and low months and how she is working to create more stability. Linzy and Joanna exp...

Are you overspending on billing and EHR services? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses how to determine if you’re paying too much for billing and EHR systems. Listener Sabra asks for advice on whether switching to a more affordable EHR system could help reduce costs in her group practice, and Linzy dives into the details of evaluating expenses, from billing services to credential...

How do you ensure your business is financially healthy while also taking care of the people who work with you? In this episode, Linzy Bonham speaks with Carla Titus, a fractional CFO and founder of Wealth and Worth Within, to explore the financial challenges of running a group practice. Linzy and Carla discuss key issues like compensating your team fairly while staying profitable. Carla shares her...

Ever wonder how to present and brand all the different things you do in your professional life? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy dives into this question from listener Madeleine, a therapist and somatic educator who is navigating the challenge of branding her multiple businesses. Should she create a single website that brings together her therapy practice and somatic education, or shou...

Are you prepared for the unexpected when it comes to your health and finances? Your host Linzy sits down with insurance specialist Aviva Abraham to demystify the often overlooked but crucial role that insurance plays in our financial well-being. Aviva, who helps self-employed business owners with insurance needs, dives deep into when the best time to get insurance is and how to ensure you have the...

Are you struggling to balance your financial needs with your desire to offer affordable services? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers Margot Rochester's question about managing sliding scale fees while maintaining a sustainable practice. Linzy breaks down the importance of knowing your numbers and finding your financial sweet spot, ensuring you can serve your clients without compr...

What if the key to unlocking your financial potential lies in unpacking deep-seated trauma? In this coaching episode, Linzy talks with podcast listener Dr. Charissa Pizarro, a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience, who is struggling to set and maintain her fees as she considers moving to full-time private practice. Despite her expertise, Charissa’s challenges with fee setting are...

Do you know how much you should have saved in your business account to feel truly secure? Linzy responds to a practical question that comes up often: how much of a buffer should you keep in your business account to feel secure during uncertain times? Money Skills for Therapists graduate Fran asks today's question, inquiring about how to think about having a business buffer. Linzy shares the genera...

What if your financial struggles are more about emotions than numbers? Linzy talks with Dr. Traci Williams, a financial therapist and clinical psychologist, to uncover how our feelings and beliefs about money impact our financial decisions. Together, Linzy and Traci explore what financial therapy is, why it’s a growing field, and how it can help you understand the deeper emotional factors that dri...

Do you feel lost when it comes to managing your expenses? Have you learned to track your income but remain unsure about what to do next? In this episode, Linzy talks about the emotional and mental blocks we can sometimes have around expenses. Listener Dana shares her struggles with staying on top of expenses despite having a solid grip on revenue forecasting and asks Linzy about how to address thi...

Have you ever felt torn between a deep desire to make a positive impact and the reality of your financial needs? If so, you're not alone. Linzy talks with guest Lori Cangilla, who shares about how being highly sensitive can impact your relationship with money. Lori is a psychologist who specializes in working with highly sensitive individuals. Linzy and Lori discuss how sensitivity can both challe...

Have you ever had your financial goals disrupted by unexpected events? In today's Feelings & Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question from listener Jennie whose goal to pay off her student loan by her 40th birthday was disrupted by health issues. Jennie asks Linzy what to do when a major financial goal gets derailed. Join Linzy as she discusses how to handle financial setbacks and adjust o...

Do you spend too much time on scheduling, billing, or managing clinical notes? Linzy talks with Amy-Lynn Taylor from Jane, a clinic management software designed to simplify and streamline the administrative tasks that often bog down health practitioners. Amy-Lynn and Linzy discuss what Jane offers, from seamless appointment scheduling and payment processing to managing clinical notes and integrati...