Money Mindset

How Can therapy improve your financial planning?

Why Financial Therapy is Gaining Ground

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / September 24, 2024

You’re probably not thinking about mental health when you think about money. The two topics aren’t traditionally associated with each other- but that’s changing. ☹️ Money Is Emotional Money is […]

Don't Let Money Talk ruin your relationship

How to Handle Financial Transparency in Relationships

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / September 16, 2024

Are you afraid to talk about finances with your partner? If so, you’re far from the only one! It’s a tricky topic for many couples. 💡 The Avoidance Trap Money […]

Market Drawdowns in August 2024: A Guide to Managing Your Investments and Emotions

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / August 9, 2024

Your financial planner said there’d be days like this, and indeed, market fluctuations remind us of the inherent unpredictability of investing. As we navigate through the current market downturn in […]

Not My First Debt-Ceiling Rodeo

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / May 25, 2023

How to Manage Your Finances in the Face of Uncertainty What is the debt ceiling and how does it impact you today? The United States hit the current $31.4 trillion […]

Managing Your Money Through Uncertainty

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / March 31, 2020

In the age of Covid-19, financial realities are warped and a triage mentality may be necessary. How can you deal with financial uncertainty? This webinar will help you understand. Additional […]

Overcoming Financial Anxiety: Webinar Recap

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / January 22, 2020

Melissa Joy recently sat down with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, MSW to discuss the emerging field of financial therapy. Lindsay is the state of Michigan’s first financial therapist. In addition to her […]