Couples Financial Therapy
in California
Are you looking for couples financial therapy in California that focuses not only on your relational health but on your financial wellbeing as well?
Or perhaps you and your partner are not on the same page regarding your finances and are not sure if a general couples therapist can support you.
Perhaps money is a source of stress in your life affecting your relationship.
Or, are you at a stage where you want to have a plan for your money where you feel in control and are building generational wealth?
You want specialized therapy that supports not only your emotional wellbeing but also your financial wellbeing. We understand. Couples financial therapy at Koru Financial Therapy in California may be the answer you’ve been looking for.
Enjoy the benefits of couples financial counseling
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Couples financial therapy serves as a transformative avenue for reducing financial stress within relationships by fostering open communication and mutual understanding regarding financial goals, values, and behaviors.
Through guided sessions, couples can address underlying issues such as differing spending habits, conflicting financial priorities, or unresolved money-related conflicts.
Therapists help couples develop effective communication strategies, cultivate empathy, and build trust, enabling them to collaboratively tackle financial challenges. By gaining insight into each other's perspectives and working towards shared financial objectives, couples can establish a stronger financial foundation and alleviate the strain that money issues often place on relationships.
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Couples financial therapy serves as a catalyst for improving communication within relationships by providing a structured and supportive environment for discussing financial matters.
Through guided conversations facilitated by trained therapists, couples can openly express their perspectives, concerns, and goals regarding money without fear of judgment or conflict escalation.
Therapists help couples develop active listening skills, empathy, and constructive dialogue techniques, fostering mutual understanding and respect.
By addressing underlying issues related to finances, such as differing values or past experiences, couples can enhance their ability to communicate effectively, leading to greater transparency, trust, and cooperation in managing financial decisions together.
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Couples financial therapy plays a vital role in stabilizing relationships by addressing the root causes of financial stress and conflict.
Through targeted interventions and guided discussions, therapists help couples identify and understand their individual financial values, beliefs, and behaviors. By fostering empathy and mutual respect, financial therapy encourages couples to work together towards shared financial goals, thereby reducing friction and building a stronger sense of partnership.
Furthermore, by equipping couples with practical tools and strategies for managing money effectively, financial therapy empowers them to navigate financial challenges with confidence and resilience.
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Couples financial therapy is instrumental in enhancing financial wellbeing by equipping partners with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to manage money effectively as a team.
Through targeted interventions and guided discussions, therapists help couples identify their financial goals, values, and priorities, fostering alignment and mutual understanding.
By addressing underlying issues such as differing spending habits or conflicting financial priorities, financial therapy enables couples to develop healthy financial habits and communication strategies, leading to better financial decision-making and reduced stress.
Additionally, therapists provide guidance on budgeting, saving, and debt management, empowering couples to build a solid financial foundation for their future together.
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Couples financial therapy significantly contributes to financial confidence by providing partners with the necessary tools, knowledge, and support to navigate complex financial situations together.
Through structured sessions led by trained therapists, couples gain insights into their individual financial attitudes, behaviors, and goals, fostering a deeper understanding of each other's perspectives.
By addressing underlying issues such as financial disagreements or past money-related traumas, therapy helps couples build trust and communication skills essential for making joint financial decisions.
Additionally, therapists offer practical guidance on budgeting, saving, and investing, empowering couples to take control of their financial future with confidence.
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Couples financial therapy plays a crucial role in fostering feelings of financial control and stability by addressing underlying issues and providing practical strategies for managing money as a team.
Through guided discussions and interventions, therapists help couples identify their financial goals, values, and priorities, empowering them to make informed decisions together. By developing effective communication skills and resolving conflicts related to finances, couples gain a sense of control over their financial situation, reducing stress and uncertainty.
Additionally, therapists offer guidance on budgeting, saving, and debt management, equipping couples with the tools needed to navigate financial challenges confidently.
Couples financial therapy client scenarios in California
Financial compatibility
Alicia and Rodrigo are in their mid-20s and engaged to be married. Combined they have over $100,000 in student loan debt and are both starting their careers. They are unsure whether to combine finances once married as Rodrigo is a spender and Alicia is a saver. They want to get on the same page about their finances but are unsure how.
Andi and Adrienne are a married couple in their mid-30s. They are both employed and have a 3 y/o and a baby on the way. They have a large CA mortgage, $26,000 in student loans, two car payments, and have started saving for retirement. Adrienne would like to stay home to look after both children but is unsure if they can live on one income. They do not have a budget and use credit cards. They can’t agree on how to budget their money.
Hiro and Li have been married for 14 years. Hiro works full-time and Li looks after the household. They have two children, one in primary school and one in middle school. Li has gambled $35,000 of the couple’s money at a local casino. Hiro was unaware until recently.
Wealth inheritance
Dahim and Oksana are in their early 30s. They have two young children 3 and 5. Dahim works in his family’s business and makes about 45,000 a year. Oksana works part-time as an administrative assistant. They have a mortgage and car payments. They are in the initial stages of saving for retirement and college. Oksana’s parents passed away unexpectedly a year ago and the couple inherited $750,000. It remains in a bank account. They feel unsure about the next step. Oksana cites her grief and not understanding finances as reasons they have not decided what to do with the money.
Intergenerational wealth transfer in Los Angeles
Samir and Noor, located in Los Angeles, California are in their 50s and have young adult children. They are financially comfortable, having secured their retirement, and expect to leave an inheritance to their children. However, they are unsure how to navigate this process. They want their children to feel confident when they receive their inheritance and not blow it. Ideally, they would like to pass on some of their philanthropic and other family values in hopes that their children will use the inheritance as a blessing. They would like to learn about how to communicate about money to their children.
Financial independence, San Francisco
Ken and Nia are in their early 30s. They have been married for 6 years and have finally paid off their student loans. During their repayment time, they read inspiring stories about couples paying off their debt in record time and talking about financial independence as a next step. They realize, as a couple, how impactful they could be together and have set high goals for themselves. However, they don’t agree on how to navigate saving and spending and balancing quality of life living in San Francisco, California. They would like to feel confident in their approach.
Marquessa and Leroy are in their 40s and have 2 boys, a 2 y/o and a 4 y/o. Leroy’s mother, 77 y/o Sandra, is across the country, nearly bedridden, and will be without housing before long because Leroy’s aunt, with whom his mother has been living is in hospice. Sandra has not indicated what her housing wishes are once her sister passes away. The couple is unaware of Sandra’s income and assets and how long she will be able to sustain herself. The couple is fearful she will want to live independently away from them. They are anxious as they are unsure how they can afford to support her.
Is couples financial counseling effective?
Yes.
Over the last 6 years at Koru Financial Therapy, couples have benefited from the many aspects of Financial Therapy mental, financial, practical, and basic financial planning.
Couples financial therapy empowers partners to navigate financial challenges collaboratively and strengthen their relationship through improved communication.
Couples financial therapy equips couples with practical tools and techniques for budgeting, managing debt, and planning for the future, empowering them to navigate financial complexities with confidence and unity.
Couples financial therapy offers a supportive environment for couples to confront financial stressors, enhance financial harmony, and cultivate a more resilient partnership.
Couples financial therapy not only strengthens the relationship but also promotes greater financial security and wellbeing for both partners.
Couples emerge from therapy with a strengthened partnership, enhanced communication, and a greater sense of stability and control over their financial future.
Couples experience increased trust, communication, and cooperation, laying the foundation for a more stable and harmonious relationship overall.
YA and JA
“Mariah is excellent at facilitating productive communication around our financial health's practical and emotional facets. She can listen to and interpret our individual experiences in an incredibly encouraging and eye-opening way. We left the session feeling more attuned to each other as a couple and more empowered to use our finances to strengthen our vision of our future together"..”
Michelle and Tom W.
“Authenticity, no judgment, ability to truly listen and guide”
Emily U. and Pete D.
“Ever since we first met Mariah, I think ‘does this align with my values every time I make about whether to buy something.”
Couples Financial Therapy
2:1 60 minutes
Couples Therapy is ideal for those who are in a partnership and have identified that they may not be on the same page about money, want to be more intentional about their money, or that money is a stress in their relationship.
These are 60-minute sessions and can touch on identifying money mindsets, money practices, communication, navigating financial conflict, and setting goals.
Financial Therapy Intensive
2:1 90, 120, or 180 minutes
The Financial Therapy Intensive is available for couples who are looking to do a deep dive into their finances or are facing a significant financial crossroads.
The session may focus on 1 or 2 money matters and are typically one-off. However, clients who have graduated from therapy can use these sessions as maintenance. Learn more about couple’s financial therapy intensives.
Begin couples financial counseling
Click the Contact button to set up your free 20-minute phone consultation with your partner. On the call, we will review the process, and timelines to see if I am a good fit for your needs.
Cost
Please see Options and Fees for Couples Financial Therapy pricing and details.
Couples financial therapy is an investment in yourself, your relationship, and the overall financial wellbeing of your life. The skills and practices learned can be used in many other aspects of life.
Couples counseling duration
Plan for 6-8 sessions to cover assessment, treatment planning, and interventions.
Location
Sessions can be held in person in Sacramento, CA, or online via HIPAA-compliant zoom.
Payment Options
Out of Network Provider (OON)
Koru Financial Therapy is an Out of Network Provider, meaning, we do not accept insurance. We can provide a superbill. For more info on how to seek reimbursement from your insurance company with a superbill, we can provide you with an informational guide.
FSA or HSA cards.
Private Pay
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Meet your financial therapist
Mariah Hudler
Owner and Financial Therapist
You want a successful and meaningful relationship both emotionally and financially. Premarital financial counseling is a step towards joy, wealth, and wellbeing.
Hi, I’m Mariah. I am a licensed psychotherapist and certified financial therapist based in California who focuses on helping individuals, couples, families, and entrepreneurs create healthy relationships with their money. My specialties include premarital financial counseling, ADHD, anxiety, depression, adjustment, and money disorders.
My educational background includes first, a BA in Sociology from UC San Diego, and second, an MSW, from UC Berkeley. My licensure is licensed clinical social worker in CA, LCSW65613.
I look forward to our work together.
You, Me, & Money E-guide
You, Me, & Money E-guide
You, Me, & Money: A couple’s quick start e-guide to building financial rhythm.
Talking about finances in your relationship is challenging but it doesn’t have to be. This e-guide helps couples start talking about money in a healthy way by building a FINANCIAL RHYTHM in their relationship.
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Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
10am–5pm
Phone
(916) 234-6733
Calls or emails will be returned within 24 hours during business days.
Services
In-person
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