20. If Talking About Money Feels Hard, Listen to This with Aja Evans, Financial Therapist

In this episode, we’re joined by Aja Evans, financial therapist and licensed mental health counselor, to talk all things feelings and finances. We get into what financial therapy actually is, why our money habits are deeply emotional, and how unprocessed shame and avoidance are holding so many of us (especially those of us in helping professions) back from financial clarity and peace. Aja gives us so much permission to pause, reflect, and rewrite our money story without shame.Takeaways From This Episode:Why financial therapy is more than just numbers... It’s about emotions, patterns, and past experiencesThe emotional toll of money avoidance (and how to gently start facing it)Why so many of us feel left out of the financial conversation and how to reclaim our place in itA peek inside what financial therapy can actually look likeThe power of financial confidence and how it can change your entire lifeA reminder: your financial journey takes time. You are not behind.Mentioned resources:Buy Feel Good Finance HereCheck out the affiliated blog post for the full list of resources mentioned in this episode and the unedited transcript.Connect with us!Social Work to Wealth Newsletter — a newsletter for the social worker wanting to level up their career and money.Find Social Work to Wealth on: TikTok, Instagram, & YouTube.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast & on any affiliated platforms is for educational, informational, & entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, financial, or professional advice. Consuming this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice pertaining to your particular situation, consult one-on-one with an attorney.