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. From small, symbolic steps like creating a savings buffer to harnessing your finances for advocacy and care, this episode invites you to rethink the role of money during challenging times.

Tune in and explore how money can be a source of stability and strength for you right now.

For a full transcript of the episode and much more, check out the blog post on our website! https://moneynutsandbolts.com/?p=16137

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, discussing how shame and societal expectations often shape our views on borrowing and repayment. David explains the key differences between simple and compound interest, laying out how to assess different types of debt and make more informed choices. He also offers a clear approach to calculating the real costs of debt and shares why overly complex financial advice can sometimes be a warning sign.

Linzy and David emphasize the importance of finding a middle ground that aligns with your financial goals and personal well-being. Tune in to hear practical advice about how to take steps toward building a balanced and confident financial 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.

Linzy explores two paths to entering private practice, and she covers the essentials that therapists need to consider before making the shift. Linzy emphasizes that while building a private practice requires effort and planning, the outcome—a sustainable practice that reflects your personal values and financial needs—is deeply rewarding.

Tune in to hear Linzy unpack the realities, challenges, and surprising opportunities that come with starting a private practice. Hear Linzy’s practical advice and encouragement to help you make the best decision for your unique circumstances.

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.

Linzy and Sara explore the daunting experience of being “seen” as a business owner. Linzy shares about how it can feel safer to work one-on-one with clients in a therapy room and how putting a product out there for the world can bring up fears of exposure and invalidation. Together, Linzy and Sara examine ways to shift this mindset, moving from feeling overly vulnerable to building a resilient and strategic approach to business. Linzy also offers practical advice on building a business that allows you to grow in alignment with your values and goals, without overwhelming the most sensitive parts of yourself.

Whether you’re just starting a side project or are ready to take your business to the next level, this episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and the reminder that moving forward, even when it’s scary, can lead to real growth. Tune in to uncover practical steps for scaling your business with confidence and clarity.

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 free.

Linzy dives into the link between stress and scarcity thinking, exploring why our minds default to financial fears during tough times and how we can interrupt this cycle. Offering practical advice and mindset shifts, Linzy helps listeners find ways to calm their nervous system and foster a more peaceful approach to money, even in the face of stress.

For more from Charissa talking with Linzy during a coaching session, check out episode 122, "Navigating Trauma and Money Mindset Coaching Session," on the blog or on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ouzhc0SocB8&t=1s

If you tend to fall into scarcity thinking when life gets overwhelming, tune in for insights and strategies to build a calmer, more resilient relationship with money.

For a full transcript of the episode and much more, check out the blog post on our website! https://moneynutsandbolts.com/?p=16053

To watch a video version of this, check it out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FcMan8UB4sA

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Want to work with Linzy?

Check out the FREE masterclass, The 4 Step Framework to Getting Your Business Finances Totally in Order, where you'll learn the framework that has helped hundreds of therapists go from money confusion and shame to calm and confidence, as well as the three biggest financial mistakes that therapists make. At the end, you'll be invited to join Money Skills for Therapists and get Linzy's support in getting your finances finally working for you. Click here to find a masterclass time that works for you!

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