Healthy Love & Money: Financial Therapy, Intimacy, Conflict & Communication for Couples

Ed sits down with financial therapist Haylie Castillo, whose powerful story bridges finance, trauma healing, and liberation work. Haylie opens up about her path from corporate finance to financial therapy, revealing how deconstructing her faith, motherhood, and her relationship with power shaped her approach to money and meaning. Together, Ed and Haylie unpack how systems, pleasure, and play influence our money stories, and how embracing joy can be a radical act of financial freedom.Key Takeaways:• What role does pleasure play in reshaping our relationship with money?• How can decolonizing and liberation-centered therapy transform financial healing?• Why is storytelling such a powerful tool for financial and emotional growth?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - MLM And Disempowerment(10:00) - Navigating Corporate Finance(12:00) - Motherhood And Awakening(17:00) - Discovering Financial Therapy(22:00) - Taking Up Space(25:00) - Storytelling And Self-Healing(28:00) - Pleasure And Play With Money(34:00) - Parallels With Sex And Food(39:00) - Healing Through Relationship(41:00) - Ritual And CommunityKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial Therapy, Money And Trauma, Liberation-Centered Healing, Pleasure And Money, Decolonizing WealthMentions:Website: https://www.castillofinancialtherapy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c_financial_therapy/ More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What if the missing link in your healing journey was trauma, and no one ever told you? In this eye-opening episode, Ed Coambs sits down with renowned trauma therapist Lou Lebentz for a deeply moving and transformative conversation. Together, they uncover the hidden layers of trauma that shape our lives, from the subtle emotional imprints of childhood to intergenerational pain and societal systems of shame and scarcity. Lou shares her personal journey through breakdown, financial extremes, and profound healing, leading to the creation of her pioneering program, The Voyage. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand how unresolved trauma shows up in relationships, mental health, and even your financial behaviors and how true healing is not just possible, but your birthright.Key Takeaways:• How can healing through programs like The Voyage help individuals move from survival to thriving?• What role do our childhood experiences and inherited beliefs play in how we relate to money and self-worth?• How does trauma—beyond just major events—shape our emotional, relational, and financial lives?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Discovering trauma in addiction therapy settings(05:00) - Four aspects of trauma explained(08:30) - How classism and societal systems create trauma(10:00) - Internalizing parental fears and money beliefs(13:00) - The importance of addressing past, present, and future in healing(16:00) - The role of therapy and coaching in trauma recovery(19:00) - Understanding parts work: adult, wounded, and adapted selves(23:00) - How childhood money experiences shape financial behaviors(37:00) - Integrating soul, vision, and purpose in healing(38:00) - Thriving after trauma as a birthrightKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Trauma recovery program, Inner child healing, Financial trauma therapy, Parts work psychology, Emotional healing journeyMentions:Website: https://loulebentz.com/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/loulebentz Mentions: The VoyageMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed opens up about the deeply personal journey of buying a lake house with his wife, a dream years in the making that brought both joy and tension. Through raw reflection, Ed explores how financial decisions often uncover deeper emotional layers in relationships, revealing the power of vulnerability, trust, and emotional awareness. He shares how understanding attachment styles, embracing emotional honesty, and seeking guidance can transform financial conflict into deeper intimacy. This episode invites you to reflect on your own dreams, how you communicate them with your partners, and how shared meaning can strengthen love and money alike.Key Takeaways:• How can couples navigate emotional differences when pursuing shared financial dreams?• What role do attachment styles play in how partners communicate about money and security?• How can slowing down and seeking guidance turn financial conflict into deeper connection?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Dream Meets Resistance(05:00) - The Turning Point(07:00) - Attachment And Awareness(10:00) - Meaning Behind Dreams(12:00) - Guidance And Growth(14:00) - Lessons From The LakehouseKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What happens when deep healing meets financial planning? Lindsay Troxell, business coach, certified life planner, and child-free entrepreneur, joins Ed to explore the profound intersections of money, identity, trauma, and relationships. Together, they unravel Lindsay’s personal journey through financial betrayal, her healing process, and the creation of a thriving life and business alongside her partner, Corey. From grounding practices to quarterly tax triggers, this episode is a masterclass in emotional resilience, authentic partnership, and what it means to truly thrive financially and emotionally.Key Takeaways:• How do our childhood experiences and past traumas shape our relationship with money and financial decision-making?• What does true financial intimacy look like in a romantic partnership, especially when personalities and money stories differ?• How can somatic practices and identity work support personal healing and professional growth for purpose-driven entrepreneurs?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Integrating wealth, health, and life planning(08:00) - From financial crisis to empowerment(12:00) - Launching a values-based RIA(14:00) - Navigating relationship dynamics with money(16:00) -Emotional safety and personal growth(20:00) - Childhood money stories and triggers(23:00) - Somatic tools for nervous system healing(26:00) - Communication and deep financial intimacy(29:00) - Trauma work and psychedelics in healing(32:00) - The human experience of worth and fearKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Website: https://www.discretionaryinc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaytroxell More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What if the future of financial planning isn't in the numbers—but in the emotions behind them? In this episode, Ed sits down with Brendan Frazier—host of The Human Side of Money podcast and Chief Behavioral Officer at RFG Advisory—to explore why the most meaningful conversations about money aren’t about returns or budgets…they're about people. With deep insight into the psychology of money, Brendan shares why technology may soon outpace advisors on the technical front—and why human connection is the irreplaceable advantage. Whether you’re a couple trying to get on the same financial page, a planner aiming to deepen client relationships, or someone who just wants to feel seen in your money journey, this conversation is your invitation to shift from transactions to transformation. This is the episode you didn’t know you needed—but won’t stop thinking about.Key Takeaways:• How is the growing role of psychology reshaping the future of financial planning, especially in light of advancing technology and AI?• What challenges do financial advisors face when trying to help clients take meaningful action, and how can understanding human behavior improve outcomes?• Why are empathy and mutual understanding between partners crucial for navigating money conversations in relationships?Key Timestamps: (00:00) – The Emergence of Psychology in Financial Planning (03:00) – Technology's Role in Financial Advising (06:00) – The Human Side of Financial Planning (08:00) – Trust and Vulnerability in Client Relationships (10:00) – The Psychology of Spending and Understanding Behavior (17:00) – Financial Trade-Offs and Shared Decision-Making (19:00) – Automation and Willpower in Money Management (22:00) – When Knowing What to Do Isn't Enough (27:00) – Bridging the Financial Knowledge Gap Between Partners (35:00) – Taking Responsibility in RelationshipsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Human side of money, Psychology and financial planning, Behavioral finance, Technology and financial advising, Financial advisor client relationships, Brendan FrazierMentions:Website: https://rfgadvisory.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanfrazier?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F Mentions: Human Side of Money PodcastMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In this solo episode, Ed unpacks the Five W’s—Who, What, Why, Where, and When—as a framework for building deeper financial intimacy. Money isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the stories, fears, hopes, and histories that shape how couples connect. From uncovering the “who” that shows up at the table, to redefining the “what” of financial intimacy, and exploring the “why” behind money conflicts, this conversation helps you turn financial stress into a pathway for trust and closeness. Whether you’re navigating careers, kids, or retirement planning, Ed offers practical reflections and heartfelt insights to bring more honesty, compassion, and teamwork into your financial life together.Key Takeaways:• What does financial intimacy mean beyond budgets and numbers, and how can couples practice it with honesty and vulnerability?• Who shows up in your financial conversations—the present you, or the past experiences that still shape your money story?• Why does exploring the deeper meaning behind money conflicts transform financial stress into trust, compassion, and connection?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Understanding financial intimacy(03:00) - Why money conflicts run deeper(04:00) - A story about mortgage vs. investing(05:00) - Where financial intimacy happens(06:00) - Couples and financial intimacy(07:00) - Pulling the Five W’s togetherKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial Intimacy, Healthy Money Conversations, Couples And Money, Building Trust With Finances, Relationship And Financial WellnessMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed is joined by the deeply insightful Diana Gisel Yañez—money coach, investment manager, and advocate for financial healing through a lens of social justice and sensitivity. Diana shares her unique journey from Wall Street disillusionment to empowering highly sensitive people (HSPs) to reclaim their financial narratives. Together, Ed and Diana explore the intersection of money, emotion, and meaning—unpacking how cultural background, nervous system regulation, and deep values shape our relationship with wealth. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by finances or questioned your place in traditional financial spaces, this episode will help you feel seen, soothed, and inspired to rethink your financial path with greater compassion and clarity. From navigating cash flow with intention to investing with purpose, Diana reminds us that money is more than math—it’s a mirror of our inner and communal lives.Key Takeaways:• What does it mean to be a highly sensitive person, and how does that shape one's relationship with money?• How can individuals align their financial decisions—like budgeting and investing—with their values and social justice commitments?• Why is understanding personal and cultural money stories essential for meaningful financial growth and healing?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Cultural diversity, social justice, and money(06:00) - Where highly sensitive people feel most at home(10:00) - Class, status, and emotional dissonance in money(13:00) - Giving back, family dynamics, and survivor’s guilt(17:00) - Discovering and defining highly sensitive people (HSP)(21:00) - Personal reflections on sensitivity and identity(28:00) - Healing through regulation & body awareness(31:00) - Investment management with a regenerative, justice-aligned lens(36:00) - The broader money picture: cash flow and lifestyle alignment(40:00) - Emotional and psychological components of moneyKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Highly Sensitive Person and Money, Socially Responsible Investing, Financial Coaching for Empaths, Money Mindset and Emotional Wellness, Values-Based Financial PlanningMentions:Website: https://highlysensitivemoney.podbean.com/ LinkedIn: https://mx.linkedin.com/in/dianagyanez More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed welcomes author, coach, and financial thought leader Leisa Peterson for a powerful conversation on money, relationships, and abundance. Leisa shares the journey behind her new book The Money Catalyst, a parable that blends storytelling with timeless lessons about love, wealth, and self-discovery. Together, they explore how our upbringing shapes money beliefs, the tensions couples face around finances, and the transformative power of shifting from scarcity to abundance. Whether you’re navigating money with a partner or seeking a deeper relationship with wealth, this episode will challenge old narratives and inspire new possibilities.Key Takeaways:• How do our childhood experiences shape the way we approach money in relationships?• What does it take to shift from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance?• How can storytelling and reflection help heal financial wounds and create deeper connections with our partners?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Money beliefs and tension(09:00) - Childhood money stories(18:00) - Using books as resources(21:00) - Practical money strategies(23:00) - Early money books(26:00) - Detaching self-worth from net worth(30:00) - Navigating daily financial choices(34:00) - Healing family money woundsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Money Mindset, Financial Intimacy, Scarcity vs Abundance, Leisa Peterson Interview, Healthy Relationship with MoneyMentions:Website: https://www.wealthclinic.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisapeterson1 Mentions: The Mindful Millionaire More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed is joined by renowned financial psychotherapist Vicky Reynal, author of Money On Your Mind: The Psychology Behind Your Financial Habits. Broadcasting across continents—from London to North Carolina—Ed and Vicky explore the profound emotional undercurrents that shape our financial behaviors. Together, they unpack how money often acts as a stand-in for love, power, control, and self-worth in our relationships. Vicky shares moving insights on the emotional imprints from childhood that quietly dictate how we spend, save, avoid, or argue about money. From personal stories to real client breakthroughs, this episode goes beyond budgeting and investing—it’s about healing our relationship with money from the inside out. If you've ever wondered why you freeze during financial conversations, struggle with self-worth around money, or feel disconnected from your partner over spending decisions—this conversation is for you.Key Takeaways:• How do our early emotional experiences shape the way we use, avoid, or relate to money in adulthood?• In what ways can money serve as a silent language for expressing unmet emotional needs in relationships?• Why is curiosity—rather than shame or judgment—key to transforming our financial behaviors and beliefs?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - The emotional meaning of money: power, control, love(09:00) - Emotional imprints and their impact on financial decision-making(10:00) - The role of deservedness and agency in money habits(17:00) - Money issues in relationships(20:00) - The value of asking reflective questions around money(22:00) - Shame, avoidance, and freezing responses to financial matters(30:00) - The psychological role of financial professionals(33:00) - Language, empathy, and cooperation in financial systems(38:00) - The emotional complexity of receiving sudden wealth(40:00) - Redefining gratitude and expectations around money(41:00) - Finding healing, curiosity, and meaning through moneyKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy, Money and relationships, Emotional money habits, Psychology of money, Money mindset transformation.Mentions:Website: https://www.reynal-psychotherapist.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/vicky-reynal-4070ba133 Mentions: Money On Your MindMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What happens when financial tension meets emotional depth in a relationship? In this unforgettable episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, Ed sits down with Dr. Stephanie Zepeda, a licensed marriage and family therapist and director of Financial Therapy Texas, for a transformative conversation on money, identity, and the emotional roots of our financial behaviors. From navigating income insecurities to the liberating power of second-order change, Stephanie brings her deep expertise and compassionate lens to the heart of what couples truly struggle with—and how they can heal. Whether you're a therapist, financial planner, or someone trying to make sense of your own money story, this episode offers insight, relatability, and hope. Don’t miss this journey into the psychology of money, the mysticism of mismatched couples, and the radical act of dreaming together.Key Takeaways:• How do our childhood experiences and cultural backgrounds shape our beliefs and behaviors around money in relationships?• Why is it essential for couples to move beyond budgets and into deeper conversations about values, hopes, and dreams?• What role does emotional safety play in helping partners address financial conflict and build mutual confidence?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Why talking about money is so “edgy” for couples(05:00) - Frugal vs. YOLO(13:00) - Exploring confidence, self-worth, and income insecurity(17:00) - Gender roles, income dynamics, and financial responsibility(20:00) - The power of psychological merging of finances(24:00) - Deconstructing inherited financial values and narratives(28:00) - Finding virtue in financial “obsessions”(33:00) - When and how to seek professional supportKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy for couples, Money and relationships, Marriage and money counseling, Emotional triggers around finances, Income inequality in relationshipsMentions:Website: https://www.financialtherapytexas.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-zepeda-phd-lmft-633a3525More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed and the brilliant Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre dive deep into the emotional and relational dynamics of family, business, and money. As a licensed therapist, financial therapist, and expert in family business governance, Dr. Shay brings a rare blend of clinical insight, lived experience, and academic expertise. From childhood lessons of delayed gratification to guiding high-achieving women of color through the emotional complexities of wealth, Dr. Shay shares how our earliest money memories shape adult financial behavior—and how we can rewrite the story. Whether you’re navigating family business dynamics, wrestling with your financial identity, or just seeking a deeper connection with your partner and your money, this episode is a must-listen.Key Takeaways:• How does early financial socialization shape our adult relationship with money and identity?• What role does self-awareness play in improving financial behavior and relational dynamics?• How can families in business navigate overlapping personal and professional roles to maintain both healthy relationships and business success?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Financial socialization(08:30) - Financial therapy during the pandemic(10:00) - The impact of early life experiences on money beliefs(14:00) - Understanding the client’s financial narrative and identity(20:00) - Addressing core identity issues through financial therapy(22:00) - The metaphor of the inner well and emotional roots of behavior(25:00) - The role of prenatal and early developmental influences(27:00) - Importance of self-awareness in relationships and money(30:00) - Family governance and its impact on business(32:00) - Navigating multiple roles in family-owned businessesKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy for Families, Money and mental health, Family business dynamics, Financial socialization, Self-awareness and money behaviorMentions:Website: https://www.harrispierreconsulting.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharris-pierreMentions: Shades of Wealth PodcastMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed sits down with Myra Salzer, founder of The Wealth Conservancy and a pioneering advocate for inheritors. Together, they pull back the curtain on the often-misunderstood world of inherited wealth. With warmth and wisdom, Myra shares how inheriting money can be as disorienting and isolating as it is liberating and why traditional financial planning often fails those who never earned their wealth but must still learn to manage it wisely. From emotional identity struggles to relationship challenges, gender expectations, and the psychological impact of sudden wealth, Myra offers a roadmap through the unspoken realities of inheritance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating or supporting someone on the complex journey of inherited wealth.Key Takeaways:• What are the hidden psychological and social challenges that inheritors face when managing significant wealth?• How can inheritors develop self-worth and confidence when their financial independence wasn’t earned through traditional means?• How can inheritors develop self-worth and confidence when their financial independence wasn’t earned through traditional means?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - The fantasy vs. reality of inheriting wealth(03:00) - Life expectations and responsibilities of inheritors(05:00) - Gender differences in wealth support systems(07:00) - Emotional challenges and self-esteem in wealthy heirs(10:00) - Aligning net worth with self-worth(13:00) - Navigating financial partnerships with fiscal unequals(25:00) - Why inheritors need social and emotional support(27:00) - Stages of inherited wealth developmentKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Inherited Wealth Challenges, Inheritor Financial Planning, Psychology of Money, Building Self-Worth With Wealth, Family Wealth DynamicsMentions:Website: https://www.thewealthconservancy.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myra-salzer Mentions: https://www.wayintowealth.com/ More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Welcome to a bold conversation you didn’t know you needed. In this groundbreaking episode, host Ed Coambs sits down with Angela Skurtu—licensed marriage and family therapist, certified sex therapist, and all-around force of nature—for a candid, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversation about the unexpected but undeniable connection between sex and money. If you've ever felt anxiety talking about either topic, this episode is your permission slip to get curious and playfully explore the intimacy and financial patterns in your relationship. From breaking taboos to redefining orgasms (yes, financial ones too), Angela shares practical wisdom, contagious energy, and a refreshing take on how couples can stop friend-zoning each other and start building passionate, connected, and abundant lives—both in bed and at the bank. Let’s get it on!Key Takeaways:• How does our relationship with sex mirror our relationship with money—and why do both often feel like ticking emotional bombs?• What role does communication and shared responsibility play in reviving intimacy and financial connection in long-term relationships?• How can couples move beyond performance goals (like orgasm or saving) to enjoy the full journey of sexual and financial intimacy?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Sex, money, and emotional taboos(03:45) - Best friends who stop having sex(05:30) - Why sex feels like a “bomb” in the room(08:00) - Why money and sex both trigger fight-or-flight(10:30) - Casual conversations about sex(13:00) - Sexual play, orgasms, and how goals get in the way(16:00) - Religion, shame, and how belief systems shape our sexual identities(19:00) - Redefining sex as exploration, not performance(25:00) - Money as playful math(27:00) - Emotional and physical intimacy(29:00) - The real skill behind great sex and strong financesKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Sex and money in relationships, Couples therapy for intimacy, Financial and sexual wellness, Overcoming shame around sex, Marriage and money communication tipsMentions:Website: https://openbedroomdoors.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-skurtu-01008822 More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In today’s episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, Ed is joined by the incredible Brooklyn Brock — a trailblazing financial planner who specializes in helping dual-career couples navigate the complex intersection of love, work, and money. Brooklyn opens up about her own journey as part of a dual-career couple and shares deeply personal insights into the challenges and breakthroughs that come with balancing two ambitious careers under one roof. Together, Ed and Brooklyn dive into the emotional realities behind financial planning, the art of crafting a "couple's contract," and how self-discovery is a hidden — but critical — ingredient in building thriving relationships and financial futures. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a working professional, or simply striving for a healthier relationship with your partner and money, this episode will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and inspired.Key Takeaways:• How can dual-career couples create a "couple’s contract" to align their values, boundaries, and fears in both life and career decisions?• Why is self-discovery essential for individuals and couples when navigating major career and financial transitions?• How do entrepreneurs balance the emotional realities of business ownership with maintaining a healthy relationship and financial plan?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Statistics on dual-career couples and early career challenges(05:00) - Creating a “couple’s contract” for career and life decisions(08:00) - The role of self-discovery in financial and relationship planning(10:00) - Balancing entrepreneurship and personal life as a couple(14:00) - Navigating individuation and renegotiating relationship roles(17:00) - Double primary vs. double secondary career models(20:00) - Importance of revisiting career and life expectations(24:00) - Emotional impact of entrepreneurship on relationshipsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Dual-career couples, Financial planning for entrepreneurs, Couples career balance, Self-discovery in relationships, Navigating career transitions togetherMentions:Website: https://www.ellevateadvisors.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooklynbrock Mentions: ”Couples That Work" by Jennifer PetriglieriMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In today’s powerful conversation, Ed welcomes back the insightful and trailblazing Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, financial therapist, author, and educator, to explore the emotional undercurrents of our financial lives. From her innovative work at the University of Michigan to her unique blend of social work and financial literacy, Lindsay shares how she’s creating safe, inclusive spaces for real financial healing. Together, Ed and Lindsay unpack the emotional weight of money, how to know if financial therapy is right for you, and why understanding your money story is essential no matter your background or bank account balance. Whether you're a professional in the financial or mental health field or someone trying to make peace with your money, this episode is full of powerful truths, personal reflections, and practical guidance. Tune in for a deeply affirming and thought-provoking journey into the heart of money, emotion, and healing.Key Takeaways:• How can financial therapy help people address the emotional side of money beyond traditional financial literacy?• What makes group-based financial empowerment programs effective across diverse backgrounds and experiences?• What should you consider when choosing a financial therapist, and how do you know if it's the right fit for your needs?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - The emotional weight of money conversations(02:30) - Financial empowerment program(09:00) - Program structure and future plans at CEW+(16:00) - Transitioning from one-on-one work to group education(22:00) - When financial therapy is the missing piece(28:00) - The boundaries of financial vs. mental health support(32:00) - The importance of cross-trained professionals(34:00) - Encouragement for listeners to find support(35:00) - How to bring up financial therapy with a partnerKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Money and mental health, Financial empowerment workshops, How to find a financial therapist, Emotional side of money, University of MichiganMentions:Website: https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaybryanpodvinMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In this deeply insightful episode, Ed welcomes the brilliant Dr. Megan McCoy—professor at Kansas State University and a pioneering voice in the field of financial therapy. With warmth, humility, and her signature sense of humor, Megan opens up about the complexities of receiving praise, navigating imposter syndrome, and how shifting socioeconomic status shapes our relationship with money. Together, Ed and Megan explore the nuanced intersections of gender, money, and identity—unpacking why so many of us feel conflicted about success, wealth, and our roles in relationships. From the emotional weight of accolades to the hidden double binds in household income dynamics, this conversation offers profound takeaways for anyone working to align their financial life with their values and relationships. Whether you're a therapist, financial planner, or someone seeking deeper harmony between love and money, this episode is packed with heartfelt moments, fresh perspectives, and the kind of authenticity that stays with you long after the final word.Key Takeaways:• How do imposter syndrome and gender roles shape our ability to accept success and manage money?• What hidden dynamics impact couples when income, power, and emotional labor are unevenly distributed?• How can financial professionals and therapists work together to help clients build healthier relationships with money and each other?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Compliments vs. Accolades(07:00) - The Psychology Behind Spending on Yourself vs. Others(10:45) - Gender, Income, and the “Too Much Money” Problem(17:20) - Reframing Couple Conflicts About Money(21:45) - Rethinking Financial Self-Control(25:30) - Hiding Wealth(28:40) - Money Dysmorphia and the Million-Dollar Disconnect(33:15) - Therapy Meets Financial Planning(37:00) - You’re Not Broken—You’re UnpackingKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy for couples, Megan McCoy, Gender and financial dynamics, Imposter syndrome and success, Navigating wealth and identity.Mentions:Website: https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/pfp/about/people/meganmccoy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-mccoy-phd?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2FMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In this intimate and thought-provoking episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, Ed sits down with powerhouse couple Doug and Heather Boneparth—co-founders of Bonafide Wealth and co-authors of an upcoming book that dives deep into the intersection of love, money, and trauma. But this isn't just a story of professional success—it's a raw, unfiltered look at the real journey behind the scenes: a couple navigating early adulthood in the throes of a recession, redefining roles around ambition and financial contribution, and learning to recalibrate their relationship through the evolving seasons of marriage, parenthood, and business. From grappling with shifting power dynamics and gender roles to reclaiming shared ambition after years of imbalance, Doug and Heather open up about the invisible labor, emotional recalibration, and personal transformation required to keep their relationship strong. Whether you're in a relationship, building a business with your partner, or simply trying to figure out how love and money can coexist—this episode will challenge your perspective, inspire reflection, and remind you that the dance of marriage is messy, beautiful, and always evolving.Key Takeaways:• How do couples navigate ambition and financial roles within a relationship while maintaining mutual respect and balance?• What challenges arise when transitioning from traditional career roles to shared entrepreneurship, and how do partners support each other through these shifts?• How can couples continuously recalibrate their relationship and financial dynamics to reflect changing life circumstances and maintain equity?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - From college sweethearts to financial partners(05:00) - Defining “collective ambition” in a marriage(08:00) - Redefining masculinity and partnership in finances(12:30) - Marriage isn’t a “set it and forget it” model(14:00) - The invisible labor of love and money(16:00) - Redefining contribution beyond income(21:00) - Walking it out: conflict resolution on the move(23:00) - The emotional toll of leaving corporate life(33:00) - Letting go of the “conflict-free relationship” myth(34:30) - Spotting when it’s time to switch roles(38:00) - Financial recalibration in new life seasonsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Couples and money, Financial planning for millennials, Marriage and financial equity, Love and money podcast, Navigating money and relationships, Douglas and Heather BoneparthMentions:Website: https://www.readthejointaccount.com/Email: [email protected] of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed interviews Justin and Hailey Brown-Woods, the dynamic couple behind the 'Price of Avocado Toast' podcast and financial coaching business. The Brown-Woods share their personal journey from receiving a $600,000 wrongful death settlement to blowing through the money and accruing $220,000 in debt, and how they turned their financial hardships into a mission to help others. They discuss the origins of their podcast name, the impact of their similar humble upbringings, and their transformation through effective communication about money. They also delve into their unique approaches to financial counseling and education, emphasizing the importance of dreaming big, staying present, and de-stigmatizing money conversations. The episode provides valuable insights into how couples can navigate financial struggles, improve their financial health, and build a strong, supportive relationship.Key Timestamps:(00:00) - The Origin of 'Price of Avocado Toast'(04:17) - The Pumpkin Muffin Story(05:39) - Blowing Through $600,000(10:15) - Destigmatizing Money Conversations(14:38) - Healthy Communication Practices(19:55) - Managing Sensitivity in Relationships(24:16) - Redefining Masculinity and Vulnerability(29:07) - Supporting Each Other's Growth(34:28) - Evolving Financial Coaching Practices(37:03) - Balancing Dreams and RealityKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Website: https://www.priceofavocadotoast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/priceofavocadotoastMentions: Happy Money Happy Life by Jason VitugMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed sits down with Blake Brewer, founder of Legacy Letter, to explore how one handwritten letter can change families for generations. Blake shares the heartbreaking story of losing his father at 19, and the unexpected gift his father left behind that transformed his grief into purpose. Together, they unpack why love, apology, belief, and identity are the true foundations of healthy relationships. This conversation is both a call to action and a reminder that the words we leave behind may matter more than anything we pass on financially.Key Takeaways:• How can intentional words and written legacy shape a child’s identity for life?• Why are apology, love, and belief essential foundations for healing and strengthening family relationships?• What responsibility do parents have to pass on emotional wisdom—not just financial or material inheritance?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - How Blake Lost His Father(09:00) - Letter That Healed(12:00) - Grief And Growth(15:00) - Why Words Matter(18:00) - Parenting With Intention(21:00) - Apology In Parenting(24:00) - Affirming Child Identity(27:00) - Love, Pride, Belief(30:00) - Sharing Meaningful Memories(33:00) - Advice That Shapes Life(36:00) - Writing From The Heart(39:00) - Legacy Beyond DeathKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Legacy Letter, Parent Child Relationships, Emotional Inheritance, Healing Family Relationships, Meaningful Parenting ConversationsMentions:Website: https://www.legacyletter.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecbrewer/More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed and researcher and financial planner Mikel Van Cleve, unpack the hidden emotional dynamics, common misconceptions, legal pitfalls, and the critical conversations couples need before making long-term decisions. Whether you’re part of a blended family or simply connected to one through parents, children, or extended relatives, this episode gives you the clarity, language, and confidence to handle even the most complex family-money situations. Mikel’s work is transforming how blended families navigate money, communication, and legacy-building, so you’ll walk away with practical steps, deeper understanding, and the tools to protect the people you love most.Key Takeaways:• What risks do couples face when they avoid discussing inheritance, assets, and fairness?• How can financial therapy and professional guidance help families create clearer, more equitable plans?• How can blended families better navigate the emotional and financial complexities of estate planning?Key Timestamps:(00:00) – Blended Family Landscape(03:00) – Estate Planning Foundations(06:00) – Unintentional Disinheritance Risks(09:00) – Blended Families Statistics(12:00) – What Are Emotional Barriers?(15:00) – Kinship Theory Insight(18:00) – Fairness Versus Equality(21:00) – Stepchild Support Dynamics(24:00) – Family Systems Complexity(27:00) – Emotional Avoidance Costs(30:00) – Negotiation Within MarriageKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Blended Family Estate Planning, Stepfamily Financial Challenges, Unintentional Disinheritance, Financial Therapy Support, Legacy And Inheritance PlanningMentions:Website: https://www.myweb.ttu.edu/mvanclev/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikel-van-cleveMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Dr. Daniel Crosby, psychologist, author, and Chief Behavioral Officer at Orion Financial joins Ed to explore the deeper meaning behind how we earn, spend, save, and relate to wealth. Drawing from his new book The Soul of Wealth, Daniel shares stories from his personal life, his faith background, and his years studying human behavior to reveal why our relationship with money is far more emotional than logical. Together, he and Ed unpack how childhood narratives shape our financial beliefs, why couples collide over money even when the numbers are fine, and how personal growth can dramatically increase both life satisfaction and earning potential. This episode goes beyond budgets and bank accounts to ask the profound questions of what wealth is for and how it can support a more meaningful life. Prepare for an honest, funny, and deeply human conversation about money, identity, and purpose.Key Takeaways:• How do childhood experiences and family beliefs shape the way we relate to money as adults?• Why do couples clash over financial decisions even when they share the same goals?• What role does personal growth and emotional awareness play in building true, sustainable wealth?Key Timestamps:(00:00) – Health Scare Perspective Shift(09:00) – Eating Disorders Background Connection(12:00) – Understanding Money Stories(15:00) – Budgets Reveal Priorities(18:00) – Couples’ Spending Conflicts(21:00) – Navigating Money Differences(24:00) – Anxiety’s Role In Finances(27:00) – Gender And Money Expectations(30:00) – Identity Beyond Net Worth(33:00) – Therapy Boosts Earnings(36:00) – Emotional Skills And WealthKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial Psychology, Money And Meaning, Behavioral Finance Insights, Wealth And Well-Being, Couples And Money DynamicsMentions:Website: https://orion.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcrosby Mentions: The Soul of Wealth BookMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed chats with psychotherapist and author Tamala Floyd and financial wellness leader Saundra Davis for an eye-opening conversation at the intersection of healing, money, and identity. Together, they explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps people unlock deep emotional transformation, why legacy burdens shape our financial behaviors, and how ancestral wisdom can accelerate healing across generations. Through honest stories, vulnerable insights, and grounded guidance, this episode highlights the truth that money is never just about numbers, it’s about the parts of ourselves we’ve protected, the wounds we’ve carried, and the generations that came before us. Listeners will walk away with a new understanding of wholeness, the power of self-leadership, and the emotional roots underlying our financial lives. Key Takeaways:• How do internal parts and protectors shape the way we approach money and emotional healing?• In what ways do legacy burdens and ancestral patterns influence financial behavior across generations?• How can therapy, self-leadership, and mindful awareness create lasting change in both personal and financial well-being?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Childhood Creativity Foundations(06:00) - Therapy Journey Beginnings(09:00) - IFS Core Principles(12:00) - Legacy Burdens Explained(15:00) - Generational Money Patterns(18:00) - Emotional Money Conflicts(21:00) - Wealth Fear Insights(24:00) - Therapy and Money(27:00) - Protectors And Wounds(30:00) - Trauma Healing(39:00) - Rupture Repair ProcessKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Internal Family Systems, Financial Healing, Legacy Burdens, Ancestral Wisdom, Emotional Money PatternsMentions:Tamala’s Website: https://www.tamalafloyd.com/ Tamala’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamala-floyd-lcsw-2ba1a837 Saundra’s Website: https://www.sagefinancialsolutions.org/ Saundra’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saundradavis More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed chats with psychotherapist and author Tamala Floyd and financial wellness leader Saundra Davis for an eye-opening conversation at the intersection of healing, money, and identity. Together, they explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps people unlock deep emotional transformation, why legacy burdens shape our financial behaviors, and how ancestral wisdom can accelerate healing across generations. Through honest stories, vulnerable insights, and grounded guidance, this episode highlights the truth that money is never just about numbers, it’s about the parts of ourselves we’ve protected, the wounds we’ve carried, and the generations that came before us. Listeners will walk away with a new understanding of wholeness, the power of self-leadership, and the emotional roots underlying our financial lives. Key Takeaways:• How do internal parts and protectors shape the way we approach money and emotional healing?• In what ways do legacy burdens and ancestral patterns influence financial behavior across generations?• How can therapy, self-leadership, and mindful awareness create lasting change in both personal and financial well-being?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Childhood Creativity Foundations(06:00) - Therapy Journey Beginnings(09:00) - IFS Core Principles(12:00) - Legacy Burdens Explained(15:00) - Generational Money Patterns(18:00) - Emotional Money Conflicts(21:00) - Wealth Fear Insights(24:00) - Therapy and Money(27:00) - Protectors And Wounds(30:00) - Trauma Healing(39:00) - Rupture Repair ProcessKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Internal Family Systems, Financial Healing, Legacy Burdens, Ancestral Wisdom, Emotional Money PatternsMentions:Tamala’s Website: https://www.tamalafloyd.com/ Tamala’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamala-floyd-lcsw-2ba1a837 Saundra’s Website: https://www.sagefinancialsolutions.org/ Saundra’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saundradavis More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed sits down with financial therapist Haylie Castillo, whose powerful story bridges finance, trauma healing, and liberation work. Haylie opens up about her path from corporate finance to financial therapy, revealing how deconstructing her faith, motherhood, and her relationship with power shaped her approach to money and meaning. Together, Ed and Haylie unpack how systems, pleasure, and play influence our money stories, and how embracing joy can be a radical act of financial freedom.Key Takeaways:• What role does pleasure play in reshaping our relationship with money?• How can decolonizing and liberation-centered therapy transform financial healing?• Why is storytelling such a powerful tool for financial and emotional growth?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - MLM And Disempowerment(10:00) - Navigating Corporate Finance(12:00) - Motherhood And Awakening(17:00) - Discovering Financial Therapy(22:00) - Taking Up Space(25:00) - Storytelling And Self-Healing(28:00) - Pleasure And Play With Money(34:00) - Parallels With Sex And Food(39:00) - Healing Through Relationship(41:00) - Ritual And CommunityKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial Therapy, Money And Trauma, Liberation-Centered Healing, Pleasure And Money, Decolonizing WealthMentions:Website: https://www.castillofinancialtherapy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c_financial_therapy/ More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What if the missing link in your healing journey was trauma, and no one ever told you? In this eye-opening episode, Ed Coambs sits down with renowned trauma therapist Lou Lebentz for a deeply moving and transformative conversation. Together, they uncover the hidden layers of trauma that shape our lives, from the subtle emotional imprints of childhood to intergenerational pain and societal systems of shame and scarcity. Lou shares her personal journey through breakdown, financial extremes, and profound healing, leading to the creation of her pioneering program, The Voyage. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand how unresolved trauma shows up in relationships, mental health, and even your financial behaviors and how true healing is not just possible, but your birthright. Key Takeaways:• How can healing through programs like The Voyage help individuals move from survival to thriving?• What role do our childhood experiences and inherited beliefs play in how we relate to money and self-worth?• How does trauma—beyond just major events—shape our emotional, relational, and financial lives? Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Discovering trauma in addiction therapy settings(05:00) - Four aspects of trauma explained(08:30) - How classism and societal systems create trauma(10:00) - Internalizing parental fears and money beliefs(13:00) - The importance of addressing past, present, and future in healing(16:00) - The role of therapy and coaching in trauma recovery(19:00) - Understanding parts work: adult, wounded, and adapted selves(23:00) - How childhood money experiences shape financial behaviors(37:00) - Integrating soul, vision, and purpose in healing(38:00) - Thriving after trauma as a birthright Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Trauma recovery program, Inner child healing, Financial trauma therapy, Parts work psychology, Emotional healing journey Mentions:Website: https://loulebentz.com/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/loulebentz Mentions: The VoyageMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed opens up about the deeply personal journey of buying a lake house with his wife, a dream years in the making that brought both joy and tension. Through raw reflection, Ed explores how financial decisions often uncover deeper emotional layers in relationships, revealing the power of vulnerability, trust, and emotional awareness. He shares how understanding attachment styles, embracing emotional honesty, and seeking guidance can transform financial conflict into deeper intimacy. This episode invites you to reflect on your own dreams, how you communicate them with your partners, and how shared meaning can strengthen love and money alike.Key Takeaways:• How can couples navigate emotional differences when pursuing shared financial dreams?• What role do attachment styles play in how partners communicate about money and security?• How can slowing down and seeking guidance turn financial conflict into deeper connection?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Dream Meets Resistance(05:00) - The Turning Point(07:00) - Attachment And Awareness(10:00) - Meaning Behind Dreams(12:00) - Guidance And Growth(14:00) - Lessons From The LakehouseKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What happens when deep healing meets financial planning? Lindsay Troxell, business coach, certified life planner, and child-free entrepreneur, joins Ed to explore the profound intersections of money, identity, trauma, and relationships. Together, they unravel Lindsay’s personal journey through financial betrayal, her healing process, and the creation of a thriving life and business alongside her partner, Corey. From grounding practices to quarterly tax triggers, this episode is a masterclass in emotional resilience, authentic partnership, and what it means to truly thrive financially and emotionally. Key Takeaways:• How do our childhood experiences and past traumas shape our relationship with money and financial decision-making?• What does true financial intimacy look like in a romantic partnership, especially when personalities and money stories differ?• How can somatic practices and identity work support personal healing and professional growth for purpose-driven entrepreneurs?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Integrating wealth, health, and life planning(08:00) - From financial crisis to empowerment(12:00) - Launching a values-based RIA(14:00) - Navigating relationship dynamics with money(16:00) -Emotional safety and personal growth(20:00) - Childhood money stories and triggers(23:00) - Somatic tools for nervous system healing(26:00) - Communication and deep financial intimacy(29:00) - Trauma work and psychedelics in healing(32:00) - The human experience of worth and fearKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Website: https://www.discretionaryinc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaytroxell More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What if the future of financial planning isn't in the numbers—but in the emotions behind them? In this episode, Ed sits down with Brendan Frazier—host of The Human Side of Money podcast and Chief Behavioral Officer at RFG Advisory—to explore why the most meaningful conversations about money aren’t about returns or budgets…they're about people. With deep insight into the psychology of money, Brendan shares why technology may soon outpace advisors on the technical front—and why human connection is the irreplaceable advantage. Whether you’re a couple trying to get on the same financial page, a planner aiming to deepen client relationships, or someone who just wants to feel seen in your money journey, this conversation is your invitation to shift from transactions to transformation. This is the episode you didn’t know you needed—but won’t stop thinking about. Key Takeaways:• How is the growing role of psychology reshaping the future of financial planning, especially in light of advancing technology and AI?• What challenges do financial advisors face when trying to help clients take meaningful action, and how can understanding human behavior improve outcomes?• Why are empathy and mutual understanding between partners crucial for navigating money conversations in relationships?Key Timestamps: (00:00) – The Emergence of Psychology in Financial Planning (03:00) – Technology's Role in Financial Advising (06:00) – The Human Side of Financial Planning (08:00) – Trust and Vulnerability in Client Relationships (10:00) – The Psychology of Spending and Understanding Behavior (17:00) – Financial Trade-Offs and Shared Decision-Making (19:00) – Automation and Willpower in Money Management (22:00) – When Knowing What to Do Isn't Enough (27:00) – Bridging the Financial Knowledge Gap Between Partners (35:00) – Taking Responsibility in RelationshipsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Human side of money, Psychology and financial planning, Behavioral finance, Technology and financial advising, Financial advisor client relationships, Brendan FrazierMentions:Website: https://rfgadvisory.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanfrazier?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F Mentions: Human Side of Money PodcastMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In this solo episode, Ed unpacks the Five W’s—Who, What, Why, Where, and When—as a framework for building deeper financial intimacy. Money isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the stories, fears, hopes, and histories that shape how couples connect. From uncovering the “who” that shows up at the table, to redefining the “what” of financial intimacy, and exploring the “why” behind money conflicts, this conversation helps you turn financial stress into a pathway for trust and closeness. Whether you’re navigating careers, kids, or retirement planning, Ed offers practical reflections and heartfelt insights to bring more honesty, compassion, and teamwork into your financial life together.Key Takeaways:• What does financial intimacy mean beyond budgets and numbers, and how can couples practice it with honesty and vulnerability?• Who shows up in your financial conversations—the present you, or the past experiences that still shape your money story?• Why does exploring the deeper meaning behind money conflicts transform financial stress into trust, compassion, and connection?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Understanding financial intimacy(03:00) - Why money conflicts run deeper(04:00) - A story about mortgage vs. investing(05:00) - Where financial intimacy happens(06:00) - Couples and financial intimacy(07:00) - Pulling the Five W’s togetherKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial Intimacy, Healthy Money Conversations, Couples And Money, Building Trust With Finances, Relationship And Financial WellnessMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed is joined by the deeply insightful Diana Gisel Yañez—money coach, investment manager, and advocate for financial healing through a lens of social justice and sensitivity. Diana shares her unique journey from Wall Street disillusionment to empowering highly sensitive people (HSPs) to reclaim their financial narratives. Together, Ed and Diana explore the intersection of money, emotion, and meaning—unpacking how cultural background, nervous system regulation, and deep values shape our relationship with wealth. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by finances or questioned your place in traditional financial spaces, this episode will help you feel seen, soothed, and inspired to rethink your financial path with greater compassion and clarity. From navigating cash flow with intention to investing with purpose, Diana reminds us that money is more than math—it’s a mirror of our inner and communal lives.Key Takeaways:• What does it mean to be a highly sensitive person, and how does that shape one's relationship with money?• How can individuals align their financial decisions—like budgeting and investing—with their values and social justice commitments?• Why is understanding personal and cultural money stories essential for meaningful financial growth and healing?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Cultural diversity, social justice, and money(06:00) - Where highly sensitive people feel most at home(10:00) - Class, status, and emotional dissonance in money(13:00) - Giving back, family dynamics, and survivor’s guilt(17:00) - Discovering and defining highly sensitive people (HSP)(21:00) - Personal reflections on sensitivity and identity(28:00) - Healing through regulation & body awareness(31:00) - Investment management with a regenerative, justice-aligned lens(36:00) - The broader money picture: cash flow and lifestyle alignment(40:00) - Emotional and psychological components of moneyKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Highly Sensitive Person and Money, Socially Responsible Investing, Financial Coaching for Empaths, Money Mindset and Emotional Wellness, Values-Based Financial PlanningMentions:Website: https://highlysensitivemoney.podbean.com/ LinkedIn: https://mx.linkedin.com/in/dianagyanez More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed welcomes author, coach, and financial thought leader Leisa Peterson for a powerful conversation on money, relationships, and abundance. Leisa shares the journey behind her new book The Money Catalyst, a parable that blends storytelling with timeless lessons about love, wealth, and self-discovery. Together, they explore how our upbringing shapes money beliefs, the tensions couples face around finances, and the transformative power of shifting from scarcity to abundance. Whether you’re navigating money with a partner or seeking a deeper relationship with wealth, this episode will challenge old narratives and inspire new possibilities.Key Takeaways:• How do our childhood experiences shape the way we approach money in relationships?• What does it take to shift from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance?• How can storytelling and reflection help heal financial wounds and create deeper connections with our partners?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Money beliefs and tension(09:00) - Childhood money stories(18:00) - Using books as resources(21:00) - Practical money strategies(23:00) - Early money books(26:00) - Detaching self-worth from net worth(30:00) - Navigating daily financial choices(34:00) - Healing family money woundsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Money Mindset, Financial Intimacy, Scarcity vs Abundance, Leisa Peterson Interview, Healthy Relationship with MoneyMentions:Website: https://www.wealthclinic.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisapeterson1 Mentions: The Mindful Millionaire More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed is joined by renowned financial psychotherapist Vicky Reynal, author of Money On Your Mind: The Psychology Behind Your Financial Habits. Broadcasting across continents—from London to North Carolina—Ed and Vicky explore the profound emotional undercurrents that shape our financial behaviors. Together, they unpack how money often acts as a stand-in for love, power, control, and self-worth in our relationships. Vicky shares moving insights on the emotional imprints from childhood that quietly dictate how we spend, save, avoid, or argue about money. From personal stories to real client breakthroughs, this episode goes beyond budgeting and investing—it’s about healing our relationship with money from the inside out. If you've ever wondered why you freeze during financial conversations, struggle with self-worth around money, or feel disconnected from your partner over spending decisions—this conversation is for you.Key Takeaways:• How do our early emotional experiences shape the way we use, avoid, or relate to money in adulthood?• In what ways can money serve as a silent language for expressing unmet emotional needs in relationships?• Why is curiosity—rather than shame or judgment—key to transforming our financial behaviors and beliefs?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - The emotional meaning of money: power, control, love(09:00) - Emotional imprints and their impact on financial decision-making(10:00) - The role of deservedness and agency in money habits(17:00) - Money issues in relationships(20:00) - The value of asking reflective questions around money(22:00) - Shame, avoidance, and freezing responses to financial matters(30:00) - The psychological role of financial professionals(33:00) - Language, empathy, and cooperation in financial systems(38:00) - The emotional complexity of receiving sudden wealth(40:00) - Redefining gratitude and expectations around money(41:00) - Finding healing, curiosity, and meaning through moneyKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy, Money and relationships, Emotional money habits, Psychology of money, Money mindset transformation.Mentions:Website: https://www.reynal-psychotherapist.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/vicky-reynal-4070ba133 Mentions: Money On Your MindMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous RelationshipsBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

This special series dives deep into the heart of financial therapy through nine powerful, 10-minute interviews with professionals at the intersection of money and mental health. Recorded live at the 2025 Financial Therapy Association Conference, each episode explores a single, compelling question: Why financial therapy?What emerges is more than just conversation—it's a living, breathing archive of a growing movement. From financial planners turned therapists to those shaped by personal financial pain, every guest brings unique insight into how empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness are transforming the way we relate to money.You’ll hear about the unspoken burdens people carry—shame, fear, identity, power struggles—and how financial therapy creates space for healing. You’ll also see how these practitioners are not just helping others, but growing through the work themselves.Whether you're a therapist, financial advisor, coach, or someone seeking a healthier relationship with money, this series invites you to slow down, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible when we bring humanity back into our financial lives.Key Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for CouplesMentions:Contact Ed at [email protected] to get in touch with:Oliver Schnusenberg - Financial Therapy: Neuroscience Meets Money ShameSusan Fee - Financial Therapy: Self-Worth vs Net WorthJaelyn Vickery - Financial Therapy: Compulsion, Consumption & ControlDr. John Lee & Emilia Kasprzak - Financial Therapy: How Self-Esteem Affects SpendingTairsa Mathews - Financial Therapy: What Feels Good Today Might Cost You TomorrowHeidi Clemons - Financial Therapy: The One Log MethodHaylie Castillo - Financial Therapy: Money Is a Relationship, Not a ChecklistBarb Fallon - Financial Therapy: Bridging Identity & Money for Polyamorous CouplesBen Hampton - Financial Therapy: Reframing Fear Around Running Out of MoneyMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

What happens when financial tension meets emotional depth in a relationship? In this unforgettable episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, Ed sits down with Dr. Stephanie Zepeda, a licensed marriage and family therapist and director of Financial Therapy Texas, for a transformative conversation on money, identity, and the emotional roots of our financial behaviors. From navigating income insecurities to the liberating power of second-order change, Stephanie brings her deep expertise and compassionate lens to the heart of what couples truly struggle with—and how they can heal. Whether you're a therapist, financial planner, or someone trying to make sense of your own money story, this episode offers insight, relatability, and hope. Don’t miss this journey into the psychology of money, the mysticism of mismatched couples, and the radical act of dreaming together.Key Takeaways:• How do our childhood experiences and cultural backgrounds shape our beliefs and behaviors around money in relationships?• Why is it essential for couples to move beyond budgets and into deeper conversations about values, hopes, and dreams?• What role does emotional safety play in helping partners address financial conflict and build mutual confidence?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Why talking about money is so “edgy” for couples(05:00) - Frugal vs. YOLO(13:00) - Exploring confidence, self-worth, and income insecurity(17:00) - Gender roles, income dynamics, and financial responsibility(20:00) - The power of psychological merging of finances(24:00) - Deconstructing inherited financial values and narratives(28:00) - Finding virtue in financial “obsessions”(33:00) - When and how to seek professional supportKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy for couples, Money and relationships, Marriage and money counseling, Emotional triggers around finances, Income inequality in relationshipsMentions:Website: https://www.financialtherapytexas.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-zepeda-phd-lmft-633a3525 More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed and the brilliant Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre dive deep into the emotional and relational dynamics of family, business, and money. As a licensed therapist, financial therapist, and expert in family business governance, Dr. Shay brings a rare blend of clinical insight, lived experience, and academic expertise. From childhood lessons of delayed gratification to guiding high-achieving women of color through the emotional complexities of wealth, Dr. Shay shares how our earliest money memories shape adult financial behavior—and how we can rewrite the story. Whether you’re navigating family business dynamics, wrestling with your financial identity, or just seeking a deeper connection with your partner and your money, this episode is a must-listen.Key Takeaways:• How does early financial socialization shape our adult relationship with money and identity?• What role does self-awareness play in improving financial behavior and relational dynamics?• How can families in business navigate overlapping personal and professional roles to maintain both healthy relationships and business success?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Financial socialization(08:30) - Financial therapy during the pandemic(10:00) - The impact of early life experiences on money beliefs(14:00) - Understanding the client’s financial narrative and identity(20:00) - Addressing core identity issues through financial therapy(22:00) - The metaphor of the inner well and emotional roots of behavior(25:00) - The role of prenatal and early developmental influences(27:00) - Importance of self-awareness in relationships and money(30:00) - Family governance and its impact on business(32:00) - Navigating multiple roles in family-owned businessesKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy for Families, Money and mental health, Family business dynamics, Financial socialization, Self-awareness and money behaviorMentions:Website: https://www.harrispierreconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharris-pierre Mentions: Shades of Wealth PodcastMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed sits down with Myra Salzer, founder of The Wealth Conservancy and a pioneering advocate for inheritors. Together, they pull back the curtain on the often-misunderstood world of inherited wealth. With warmth and wisdom, Myra shares how inheriting money can be as disorienting and isolating as it is liberating and why traditional financial planning often fails those who never earned their wealth but must still learn to manage it wisely. From emotional identity struggles to relationship challenges, gender expectations, and the psychological impact of sudden wealth, Myra offers a roadmap through the unspoken realities of inheritance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating or supporting someone on the complex journey of inherited wealth.Key Takeaways:• What are the hidden psychological and social challenges that inheritors face when managing significant wealth?• How can inheritors develop self-worth and confidence when their financial independence wasn’t earned through traditional means?• How can inheritors develop self-worth and confidence when their financial independence wasn’t earned through traditional means?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - The fantasy vs. reality of inheriting wealth(03:00) - Life expectations and responsibilities of inheritors(05:00) - Gender differences in wealth support systems(07:00) - Emotional challenges and self-esteem in wealthy heirs(10:00) - Aligning net worth with self-worth(13:00) - Navigating financial partnerships with fiscal unequals(25:00) - Why inheritors need social and emotional support(27:00) - Stages of inherited wealth developmentKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Inherited Wealth Challenges, Inheritor Financial Planning, Psychology of Money, Building Self-Worth With Wealth, Family Wealth DynamicsMentions:Website: https://www.thewealthconservancy.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myra-salzer Mentions: https://www.wayintowealth.com/ More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Welcome to a bold conversation you didn’t know you needed. In this groundbreaking episode, host Ed Coambs sits down with Angela Skurtu—licensed marriage and family therapist, certified sex therapist, and all-around force of nature—for a candid, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversation about the unexpected but undeniable connection between sex and money. If you've ever felt anxiety talking about either topic, this episode is your permission slip to get curious and playfully explore the intimacy and financial patterns in your relationship. From breaking taboos to redefining orgasms (yes, financial ones too), Angela shares practical wisdom, contagious energy, and a refreshing take on how couples can stop friend-zoning each other and start building passionate, connected, and abundant lives—both in bed and at the bank. Let’s get it on!Key Takeaways:• How does our relationship with sex mirror our relationship with money—and why do both often feel like ticking emotional bombs?• What role does communication and shared responsibility play in reviving intimacy and financial connection in long-term relationships?• How can couples move beyond performance goals (like orgasm or saving) to enjoy the full journey of sexual and financial intimacy?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Sex, money, and emotional taboos(03:45) - Best friends who stop having sex(05:30) - Why sex feels like a “bomb” in the room(08:00) - Why money and sex both trigger fight-or-flight(10:30) - Casual conversations about sex(13:00) - Sexual play, orgasms, and how goals get in the way(16:00) - Religion, shame, and how belief systems shape our sexual identities(19:00) - Redefining sex as exploration, not performance(25:00) - Money as playful math(27:00) - Emotional and physical intimacy(29:00) - The real skill behind great sex and strong financesKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Sex and money in relationships, Couples therapy for intimacy, Financial and sexual wellness, Overcoming shame around sex, Marriage and money communication tipsMentions:Website: https://openbedroomdoors.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-skurtu-01008822 More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In today’s episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, Ed is joined by the incredible Brooklyn Brock — a trailblazing financial planner who specializes in helping dual-career couples navigate the complex intersection of love, work, and money. Brooklyn opens up about her own journey as part of a dual-career couple and shares deeply personal insights into the challenges and breakthroughs that come with balancing two ambitious careers under one roof. Together, Ed and Brooklyn dive into the emotional realities behind financial planning, the art of crafting a "couple's contract," and how self-discovery is a hidden — but critical — ingredient in building thriving relationships and financial futures. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a working professional, or simply striving for a healthier relationship with your partner and money, this episode will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and inspired.Key Takeaways:• How can dual-career couples create a "couple’s contract" to align their values, boundaries, and fears in both life and career decisions?• Why is self-discovery essential for individuals and couples when navigating major career and financial transitions?• How do entrepreneurs balance the emotional realities of business ownership with maintaining a healthy relationship and financial plan?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Statistics on dual-career couples and early career challenges(05:00) - Creating a “couple’s contract” for career and life decisions(08:00) - The role of self-discovery in financial and relationship planning(10:00) - Balancing entrepreneurship and personal life as a couple(14:00) - Navigating individuation and renegotiating relationship roles(17:00) - Double primary vs. double secondary career models(20:00) - Importance of revisiting career and life expectations(24:00) - Emotional impact of entrepreneurship on relationshipsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Dual-career couples, Financial planning for entrepreneurs, Couples career balance, Self-discovery in relationships, Navigating career transitions togetherMentions:Website: https://www.ellevateadvisors.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooklynbrock Mentions:  ”Couples That Work" by Jennifer  PetriglieriMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In today’s powerful conversation, Ed welcomes back the insightful and trailblazing Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, financial therapist, author, and educator, to explore the emotional undercurrents of our financial lives. From her innovative work at the University of Michigan to her unique blend of social work and financial literacy, Lindsay shares how she’s creating safe, inclusive spaces for real financial healing. Together, Ed and Lindsay unpack the emotional weight of money, how to know if financial therapy is right for you, and why understanding your money story is essential no matter your background or bank account balance. Whether you're a professional in the financial or mental health field or someone trying to make peace with your money, this episode is full of powerful truths, personal reflections, and practical guidance. Tune in for a deeply affirming and thought-provoking journey into the heart of money, emotion, and healing.Key Takeaways:• How can financial therapy help people address the emotional side of money beyond traditional financial literacy?• What makes group-based financial empowerment programs effective across diverse backgrounds and experiences?• What should you consider when choosing a financial therapist, and how do you know if it's the right fit for your needs?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - The emotional weight of money conversations(02:30) - Financial empowerment program(09:00) - Program structure and future plans at CEW+(16:00) - Transitioning from one-on-one work to group education(22:00) - When financial therapy is the missing piece(28:00) - The boundaries of financial vs. mental health support(32:00) - The importance of cross-trained professionals(34:00) - Encouragement for listeners to find support(35:00) - How to bring up financial therapy with a partnerKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Money and mental health, Financial empowerment workshops, How to find a financial therapist, Emotional side of money, University of MichiganMentions:Website: https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaybryanpodvinMore of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In this deeply insightful episode, Ed welcomes the brilliant Dr. Megan McCoy—professor at Kansas State University and a pioneering voice in the field of financial therapy. With warmth, humility, and her signature sense of humor, Megan opens up about the complexities of receiving praise, navigating imposter syndrome, and how shifting socioeconomic status shapes our relationship with money. Together, Ed and Megan explore the nuanced intersections of gender, money, and identity—unpacking why so many of us feel conflicted about success, wealth, and our roles in relationships. From the emotional weight of accolades to the hidden double binds in household income dynamics, this conversation offers profound takeaways for anyone working to align their financial life with their values and relationships. Whether you're a therapist, financial planner, or someone seeking deeper harmony between love and money, this episode is packed with heartfelt moments, fresh perspectives, and the kind of authenticity that stays with you long after the final word.Key Takeaways:• How do imposter syndrome and gender roles shape our ability to accept success and manage money?• What hidden dynamics impact couples when income, power, and emotional labor are unevenly distributed?• How can financial professionals and therapists work together to help clients build healthier relationships with money and each other?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - Compliments vs. Accolades(07:00) - The Psychology Behind Spending on Yourself vs. Others(10:45) - Gender, Income, and the “Too Much Money” Problem(17:20) - Reframing Couple Conflicts About Money(21:45) - Rethinking Financial Self-Control(25:30) - Hiding Wealth(28:40) - Money Dysmorphia and the Million-Dollar Disconnect(33:15) - Therapy Meets Financial Planning(37:00) - You’re Not Broken—You’re UnpackingKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial therapy for couples, Megan McCoy, Gender and financial dynamics, Imposter syndrome and success, Navigating wealth and identity.Mentions:Website: https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/pfp/about/people/meganmccoy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-mccoy-phd?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

In this intimate and thought-provoking episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, Ed sits down with powerhouse couple Doug and Heather Boneparth—co-founders of Bonafide Wealth and co-authors of an upcoming book that dives deep into the intersection of love, money, and trauma. But this isn't just a story of professional success—it's a raw, unfiltered look at the real journey behind the scenes: a couple navigating early adulthood in the throes of a recession, redefining roles around ambition and financial contribution, and learning to recalibrate their relationship through the evolving seasons of marriage, parenthood, and business. From grappling with shifting power dynamics and gender roles to reclaiming shared ambition after years of imbalance, Doug and Heather open up about the invisible labor, emotional recalibration, and personal transformation required to keep their relationship strong. Whether you're in a relationship, building a business with your partner, or simply trying to figure out how love and money can coexist—this episode will challenge your perspective, inspire reflection, and remind you that the dance of marriage is messy, beautiful, and always evolving.Key Takeaways:• How do couples navigate ambition and financial roles within a relationship while maintaining mutual respect and balance?• What challenges arise when transitioning from traditional career roles to shared entrepreneurship, and how do partners support each other through these shifts?• How can couples continuously recalibrate their relationship and financial dynamics to reflect changing life circumstances and maintain equity?Key Timestamps:(00:00) - From college sweethearts to financial partners (05:00) - Defining “collective ambition” in a marriage (08:00) - Redefining masculinity and partnership in finances (12:30) - Marriage isn’t a “set it and forget it” model(14:00) - The invisible labor of love and money(16:00) - Redefining contribution beyond income (21:00) - Walking it out: conflict resolution on the move (23:00) - The emotional toll of leaving corporate life (33:00) - Letting go of the “conflict-free relationship” myth (34:30) - Spotting when it’s time to switch roles(38:00) - Financial recalibration in new life seasonsKey Topics Discussed:Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Couples and money, Financial planning for millennials, Marriage and financial equity, Love and money podcast, Navigating money and relationships, Douglas and Heather BoneparthMentions:Website: https://www.readthejointaccount.com/Email: [email protected] More of Healthy Love & Money:Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/Contact me at [email protected] Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.