Episode 301 features Aja Evans of Aja Evans Counseling. We’re talking about what is financial therapy (and why you need it)! Listen now.
Aja Evans is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, speaker, and author specializing in financial therapy. With over a decade of experience, Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. In addition to her practice, Aja is the president-elect on the board of the Financial Therapy Association, consults with FinTech companies, and is the author of Feel Good Finance accepted this December.
Aja has been featured in a variety of major news outlets including The New York Times, Business Insider, NerdWallet, Time, and Teen Vogue. Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. Outside of work, you can find Aja chasing after her two young children as they hunt down the next delicious place to eat.
In this conversation, Aja explore the critical relationship between mental health and financial well-being. We discuss the concept of financial therapy, the emotional struggles associated with money, and the importance of addressing these feelings to achieve financial empowerment.
The conversation highlights common challenges faced by individuals, particularly in communities of color, and emphasizes the need for open discussions about money and mental health. Aja also shares her personal journey and insights into how financial therapy can help individuals navigate their financial emotions and build healthier relationships with money.
Episode 301 Highlights:
- Financial therapy connects mental health and money management.
- Many people struggle with feelings of guilt and shame around money.
- Understanding your money story is crucial for financial empowerment.
- It’s important to address emotional barriers to financial success.
- Communities of color often face unique financial challenges.
- Setting boundaries with family regarding financial support is essential.
- Investing in yourself is as important as investing in material things.
- Financial literacy is a journey that requires ongoing learning.
- You are not alone in your financial struggles; many share similar experiences.
- Therapy can be a valuable tool for navigating financial decisions.
Chapters:
- 00:00 – The Intersection of Mental Health and Money
- 09:50 – Understanding Financial Therapy
- 20:08 – Common Financial Struggles and Emotions
- 30:10 – Navigating Family Expectations and Financial Boundaries
- 39:02 – The Journey to Financial Empowerment
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