Healthy Love and Money Blog

Every year, when April comes around, I love the change from winter to spring, hearing the birds chirping, and seeing the flowers blooming. At the same time, I am reminded of the painful experiences ch...

What comes to mind when you reflect on the words “financial trauma?” 

Take a few minutes to stop, reflect, and write about what comes to mind. Allow your mind to wander and consider. 

Was it e...

What emotions does the phrase “investment philosophy” evoke for you? A sense of confidence and clarity? Or perhaps fear, confusion, or shame?  

As a financial therapist and financial planner, I kn...

Recently I got to attend the wedding of the flower girl from my own wedding. I have watched Samantha grow up over the years since she walked down the aisle 17 years ago at my wedding. It amazes me to ...

The journey of changing your habits as a couple can have many unseen obstacles until you know what to look for. Having a framework that can help the two of you through the process of change can be imm...

If there is one guarantee in life, it’s that change is inevitable. As a couple, navigating your financial life —- goals, needs, desires, and hopes — will change and evolve throughout your relationship...

Written By: Ed Coambs MBA, MA, MS, CFP®, LMFT, CFT-I™

Expert at the intersection of financial planning, financial therapy, and couples therapy.

Where are you headed as a couple financially? 

Tracking your income and spending with your spouse will likely evoke a wide range of responses — most likely not delight and joy, but what if it could? 

Some people who do love budgeting and have ...